Dog Bites & Animal Attacks

Dog bites occur more frequently than most people realize, and dog bite statistics in the U.S. are actually quite alarming. Approximately 4.7 million people are bitten by dogs every year, and half of dog bite fatalities are children under the age of 10. Oftentimes fatal dog attacks will occur near the family home and more than half of fatalities from dog bites and attacks were caused by pit bulls and Rottweilers. German Shepherds, Chows, and Akitas are other breeds that are statistically more apt to bite a person.

Being the victim of a dog bite or animal attack can be very traumatic and can involve both physical and psychological injuries that take a very long time to heal from. If you or a loved one has been bitten by a dog, a Santa Clarita personal injury attorney can help you take legal action against the dog’s owner to hold them liable for damages resulting from the dog bite. With the help of your lawyer, you could be compensated for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering related to your dog bite injuries.

Some of the most common injuries resulting from dog bites include:

Punctures
Tissue Loss
Abrasions
Infections such as rabies & cellulitis
Lacerations
Crush Injuries
Sprain/Strain Injuries
Scars

Attorneys Helping Santa Clarita Dog Bite Victims

California is a strict liability state, meaning that a dog bite is the absolute responsibility of the owner. Regardless of where or when the dog bite or attack took place, or the dog’s possible reasons for biting you, the incident is the strict liability of the owner. California law holds the owner responsible for any injuries inflicted by their pet, regardless of the circumstances surrounding the attack, and a Santa Clarita personal injury lawyer will help you take the proper legal actions after suffering from this traumatic event.

If you or a loved one has been the victim of a dog bite or animal attack, contact a Santa Clarita Personal Injury Attorney at the Law Offices of Gerald L. Marcus for representation.