Dog Bites
Dog bites are some of the most common types of personal injury cases in the country. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are more than 4.5 million dog bite injuries reported in the United States every year. At Atoyan Law, we understand the trauma that dog attacks can cause. Our Los Angeles dog bite lawyers are dedicated to helping victims of these attacks receive the compensation they deserve.
When a dog attacks you, you may suffer a wide range of injuries. You may require medical treatment for a few days or weeks, or you may need treatment for months or years. You may need surgery and physical therapy, or you may suffer permanent disabilities or disfigurements.
If you are attacked by a dog, and you suffer any injuries, you can file a personal injury claim against the dog’s owner. A personal injury claim allows you to recover compensation for your injuries and damages. You can be compensated for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other expenses.
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The Barking Truth: Atoyan Law's Guide to Dog Bite Accident:
In many cases, a dog bite is considered an “accident” in the eyes of the law. This means that you may not be able to file a personal injury claim if a dog bit you that its owner was not controlling. The law may consider the dog’s owner to be negligent if the dog was not properly restrained or if the dog was allowed to roam freely and cause harm.
Depending on the circumstances of your case, you may be eligible to file a claim if::
In all these cases, you may be able to prove that the owner was negligent. You may be able to argue that the owner should have known that the dog was dangerous and unpredictable or that the owner should have kept the dog away from certain areas.
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Unleash Justice: How Atoyan Law's Dog Bite Lawyers Can Help You To Fight for Your Rights
If you are attacked by a dog and you suffer any injuries, you should not wait to seek medical attention. You should also take the time to document everything as soon as possible. Make sure to take pictures of your injuries and record everything you have spent on medical bills. You may also want to keep a record of your lost wages.
At Atoyan Law, our Los Angeles dog bite lawyers can help you fight for your deserved compensation. Our team is committed to helping dog bite and cat attack victims get the justice they deserve. We know that these cases can be extremely difficult to fight on your own. That’s why we’re here for you. We can handle your case from start to finish and work to ensure that you get the best possible outcome.
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Seek medical attention right away, even if the bite seems minor. Report the incident to the dog's owner and local animal control. Take photos of the wound and any other relevant evidence. Get the dog's owner's contact and insurance information. Finally, contact Los Angeles dog bite accident lawyer near you at Atoyan Law: +1 (213) 807 0077 - as soon as possible to protect your rights.
In California, the dog's owner is strictly liable for any injuries caused by their dog, regardless of whether the dog had a prior history of aggression. This means that the owner is responsible for compensating the victim for their injuries.
You may be able to recover damages for medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, pain and suffering, and other related expenses. Additionally, you may be able to recover punitive damages if the dog's owner was grossly negligent.
Not necessarily. The dog's fate will depend on various factors, such as the severity of the injury, the dog's history of aggression, and local animal control policies. Reporting the incident can help prevent future attacks, but it's not a guarantee that the dog will be put down.
Yes, even if you were partially at fault for the dog bite, you may still be able to recover damages. California uses a comparative negligence system, which means that your damages will be reduced by the percentage of fault attributed to you.
