Monterey Park Dog Bite Claims Lawyers
An animal attack can be a very serious and traumatic event for anyone, and a high percentage of dog bite injuries are suffered by children. Guests on dog owners' property, including workers performing maintenance, landscaping or other services are also frequent victims. If you or your child has been bitten by a dog — or been knocked down or otherwise injured while trying to avoid being bitten — please contact our knowledgeable San Gabriel dog bite attorneys now.
Almost Any Dog, Regardless of Breed or History, Can Cause Serious Injury
California has strong dog bite laws favorable to victims under most circumstances. Unlike some other states, where a dog must have bitten before for a victim to have a valid claim for compensation, California courts enforce "strict liability." This means that, as long as you or your child was lawfully on the property where the bite took place, you may be able to recover money to address both physical and emotional consequences of the attack.
All too often, a dog bite victim or victim's parent decides not to call a lawyer or consider legal action because:
- Injuries are not life-threatening or immediately recognizable as serious.
- The dog owner is a neighbor, friend or acquaintance the victim does not want to offend.
- The dog may have been surprised or frightened and didn't mean to bite.
While these are understandable concerns, it is important to recognize that dog bites can have very costly long-term consequences — and that many dog owners have homeowners' or other insurance in place that covers dog bite claims.
Get Real Help Making Sound Decisions and Obtaining Compensation You Need
Our law firm is dedicated to protecting our clients' health, legal rights and financial futures, and to promoting safety in our communities, and we may be able to help you recover money to deal with:
- Medical expenses for dog bite treatment and care of physical or emotional injuries
- Pain and suffering, including the impact of any disfigurement or dog bite scars
- Ongoing fear, anxiety and emotional distress often impacting child dog bite victims
Before you decide to handle the situation on your own or accept any fast insurance settlement you may regret later on, please call for a free consultation with one of our caring, experienced personal injury lawyers. We have solid experience handling dog bite claims and a track record of success across the spectrum of California accident and injury law.
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