Sacramento Dog Bite Attorney

Dog Bite Lawyers in Sacramento

Each year in the United States there are over 4.5 million dog bite attacks reported, and sadly most of the time the victims are children. Hundreds of thousands of people each year require treatment for dog bites. Being bitten by a dog can be one of the most terrifying, violent and painful incidents one may experience, often leaving permanent scars or disfigurement, and even causing death. An attorney at our firm can help. Our Sacramento dog bite attorneys have dealt with numerous cases involving dog bite injuries and understand the most effective way to handle these cases, and help reach a settlement to help recover the physical and emotional damages that were suffered by our clients.

California Dog Bite Law

According to California Civil Code 3342, if someone is bitten by a dog while they are in a public place, or lawfully in a private place, the owner of the dog is liable for the damages suffered by the bitten person. This is true even if the dog owner didn't have any knowledge beforehand that the dog may behave in a vicious way.

Sacramento dog owners can reduce the risk of their dog biting someone by having their pet neutered, providing proper and safe restraint for the dog, and giving kind and humane treatment to their dog.

Parents should also teach their children caution around strange dogs, and avoid situations where their child may be near an unfamiliar dog.

A skilled dog bite lawyer may be able to help you recover damages for the injury you have suffered due to a dog attack in Sacramento, California – by proving the liability of the dog owner and showing that you were not responsible for the attack.

Sacramento Dog Bite Injury Attorneys

If bitten by a dog, immediately seek medical attention. Make sure to report the bite to Animal Control or to the local police department. If at all possible, get the identity of the owner of the dog. If you are contacted by the insurance company of the dog owner, you should get their complete contact information, the claim number, and any other relative information you can get them to give to you. Do not discuss responsibility or try to negotiate a settlement without consulting an attorney. Our lawyers in Sacramento have experience in dealing with the insurance companies or dog owners in cases such as these, and can be contacted today for a free case evaluation.

If you or someone you love has been bitten by a dog, contact a Sacramento dog bite attorney at our firm today.