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Dog Bites
Southern California dog bite attorney Richard A. Fisher has been helping victims of dog bites in Los Angeles and Southern California for over thirty years. In America, there is a dog bite victim every 40 seconds. Under California law, the owner of a dog is strictly liable when their dog bites another person. Many times, these bites can cause serious personal injury to the victim, especially when the victim is a small child. If you or someone you know has suffered from a dog bite, you need to know your rights. Getting immediate attention to your injuries and taking a thorough look at your case are among the things in which we specialize.
California Dog Bite Laws
The California dog bite law is very clear: “The owner of any dog is liable for the damages suffered by any person who is bitten by the dog while in a public place or lawfully in a private place, including the property of the owner of the dog, regardless of the former viciousness of the dog or the owner's knowledge of such viciousness.” In many cases, the dog owner’s homeowners insurance may be able to cover the cost of damages. Even in this case, an experienced attorney is required to deal with the insurance agency directly to get you the compensation you deserve.
Injuries sustained from Dog bites
While most dog bite victims will notice immediate injuries such as deep cuts or lacerations, bleeding and trauma, long-term injuries may not be present right away. We have spoken with many victims who suffer from stress, loss of sleep and even more serious bodily injuries. The Law Offices of Richard A. Fisher will get you to the right specialist immediately through our doctor referral program, and start working on your case so you can get back to your normal routine.
seeking treatment
It is essential that immediately following a dog bite, you seek treatment for your injuries. You should take note to control any bleeding, clean your wound with soap and warm water, cover the wound with a dry, clean casing, and then seek medical assistance to determine the level of your injuries. We take great care in ensuring the proper and immediate care of our clients. If you have suffered a dog bite attack in Southern California, contact us immediately.
successful cases
The Law Offices of Richard A. Fisher has successfully handled numerous dog bite accident cases throughout Southern California. Below is one example of a recent case which we successfully resolved:
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Dog Bite Accident (Palmdale, California): Woman bitten by neighbor's dog, suffering puncture wound. Recovery: $220,000
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