Dog Bite Accidents

Dog Bite Accident Attorney

Dog bites can lead to serious injuries, such as nerve damage, torn ligaments/tendons/skin, lacerations/abrasions, infections, and Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). Not only can a dog bite cause physical injury, but the experience can result in trauma that lasts a lifetime. Dog bites often leave permanent scarring which serves as a daily reminder of the attack.

Fortunately, a person injured by another person’s dog can take legal action to recover compensation for the harm caused by the attack. Most Homeowner’s and Renter’s Insurance policies include coverage for injuries caused by a dog. However, there are exceptions to coverage and other legal issues that must be navigated. At Patzkowski Law, we are experienced in representing those bitten by dogs. By providing one-on-one assistance, support, and care every step of the way, Patzkowski Law delivers a superior quality of representation in dog bite matters.
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DOG BITE STRICT LIABILITY LAW:

Dog bite laws vary from state to state. California imposes Strict Liability in some dog bite matters. This means that, if certain requirements are met, the dog owner is liable for injuries caused by his or her dog biting someone.

California’s Dog Bite Strict Liability Law (California Civil Code section 3342) requires the following for strict liability to apply: (1) the dog must have bitten a person and (2) the bite must have occurred in a public place or while the victim was lawfully in a private place, including the property of the owner of the dog. Even if the dog never acted violently before this bite, the dog owner is liable if the requirements of the Strict Liability Law are met.

COMMON TYPES OF CAR ACCIDENT INJURIES:

  • Face and Eye Injuries
  • Abrasions
  • Disfigurement
  • Lacerations
  • Scarring
  • Nerve Damage
  • Infections
  • Broken/Fractured Bones
  • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
  • Rabies
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

What to Do When You are Injured in a Dog Bite Accident:

  1. Call Animal Control so they write an Animal Control Report.
  2. Secure homeowner’s and/or renter’s insurance information from the dog owner. Make sure to also get contact information for all witnesses.
  3. take photos of your injuries, the dog, and the scene if possible.
  4. Seek immediate medical attention for your injuries after you are bitten.
  5. Call Patzkowski Law at (949) 342-5120 for a free dog bite consultation.

Proven Success:

Settlement Amount
$100,000 Dog Bite Accident

Young boy bitten on the face by a dog

Settlement Amount
$100,000 Dog Bite Accident

woman bitten on the face by a dog

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