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According to the Center For Disease Control (CDC), dogs injure over 4.5 million Americans every year. Of this staggering number, 20% of victims require medical attention.
In most dog bite cases, the injured party can sue the pet owner for the damages that he or she has suffered. Under California’s strict liability law, the fault lies with the pet owner. All dogs are therefore required to be well trained and kept out of situations that provoke aggression.
If you are a dog bite victim and want to sue for damages, Golfeiz Law can help. We have some of the most experienced dog attack lawyers California has to offer, and are available to answer questions regarding your dog bite injury claim and any aspect of the legal or negotiation process.
Call us today at 1-877-465-3349 to get started on your case!
Common Dog Bite & Animal Attack Injuries
Dog attacks can lead to a variety of different injuries and can vary in levels of severity. Some dog bites can leave victims with broken bones, while others can cause permanent scarring or tissue damage. Unfortunately, dog bite victims often require serious and immediate medical attention for their injuries.
The most common dog bite injuries include:
- Facial scarring and disfigurement
- Nerve damage
- Severe infections, such as rabies
- Eye injuries
- Amputation of fingers and nose
- Traumatic brain/serious injury
- Back injury
- Head injury
- Broken bones from falling due to an attack
- Psychological trauma
Without medical coverage, treatment can be expensive and almost impossible to get. If you’ve been involved in a dog bite attack and are not covered by medical insurance, contact Golfeiz Law immediately to protect your health. At Golfeiz Law, we can arrange for your medical expenses to be covered until a settlement has been reached in your dog bite claim. There is no limit for health coverage; we will arrange treatment for you regardless of the cost or duration of the treatment.
Common Causes of Dog Attacks
- Irresponsible care for the animal
- Lack of medical care for the dog
- Abuse or mistreatment
- Dangerous dog
Irresponsible dog owners are the most common cause of dog bite accidents and attacks. Careless owners can easily lose control of their pets, thus allowing for a dangerous interaction between the animal and the public.
Liable Parties
California, along with approximately 35 other states, is a state with “strict liability” laws. This means that pet owners are responsible for most dog-bite injuries. Nevertheless, in some cases the blame may fall on another party.
This includes:
- Someone who has assumed custody of the dog and is currently taking care of it: Dog sitting for a friend, or harboring a stray dog, falls into this category. This person can be liable for any injuries as the owner would be. Whoever is currently in charge of the animal is liable to compensate injured parties.
- Owner of Property: An individual with a dog on his or her property assumes some responsibility for the dog’s actions. This holds true only if the property owner has not taken sufficient measures to keep the people in and around the property reasonably safe from the dog. In such a case, it is likely that some responsibility may fall on the property owner.
Potential Compensation for Victims of Dog Bite & Animal Attack Injuries
Depending on the injuries you have suffered due to an animal attack, you may be entitled to recover for:
- Medical expenses
- Pain and suffering
- Lost wages
- Property damage
If you or a loved one has suffered a dog bite injury, contact Golfeiz Law, to speak to one of our experienced dog bite lawyers today. We can help get you the compensation you seek, and the peace of mind you deserve!