Los Angeles Area Dog Bite Lawyers
Dog bites and animal attacks are unpredictable, and all too often result in serious personal injuries, emotional trauma, and even death. Furthermore, there is no such thing as "one free bite". Dog person owners are responsible when their animal attacks a person. If you or your child was bitten, or injured by a dog, you may be entitled by law to collect for your medical bills, pain and suffering, and other losses.
California Dog Bite Law
While some states require previous vicious behavior by the dog, in California, a dog owner is automatically liable when his dog attacks another person. However, liability does not mean the dog's owner will voluntarily pay damages. Additionally, there can be exceptions to this rule, in cases where a landlord is not liable for a tenant's dog, unless the landlord was in charge of the dog or knew of its prior propensity for violence.
Children are the most frequent victims of dog bites, and tend to suffer the worst injuries, especially bites to the face, head, hands and arms. Bites can also cause nerve damage or lead to infection. Make sure you get prompt treatment and a medical opinion about the likelihood of permanent scarring or future plastic surgery.
Although a dog bite or animal attack case may seem simple, the issues are complex and often involve questions of insurance coverage and a host of other legal concerns. The law firm of Russakow, Ryan & Johnson handles dog bite and animal attack cases throughout the Los Angeles area. The experienced lawyers at Russakow, Ryan & Johnson will work to recover your rightful compensation for:
- Treatment for bite and claw wounds
- Injuries from a knock-down or from fleeing a dog
- Reconstructive surgery
- Disfigurement/scarring
- Emotional distress
- Lost wages
If you or a family member has been the victim of a dog or animal attack, the lawyers at Russakow, Ryan & Johnson will be able to answer all of your legal questions regarding California dog bite laws. Call 866-674-7061 to arrange a free consultation at one of our Los Angeles area offices. We have Spanish-speaking staff.
