CALIFORNIA DOG BITE LAWYERS

Were you bitten by a dog in California?

Although it may seem unfair, in California a dog owner is responsible for all damages caused by their dog should it attack someone, regardless of a lack of previous vicious behavior. The statue applies to all situations when someone is injured by a dog including when it occurs on either private or public property.

There are a few exceptions where a dog owner can defend their case by demonstrating that the victim assumed the risk of being attacked. Some situations which are commonly defendable include when the victim was either trespassing on the owners’ property, in the process of committing a crime, or somehow aggravated the dog into attacking them. This provision allows dogs to maintain their role as a protector for their owners’ homes from burglars and vandals without the fear of incurring a lawsuit.

While ownership of a dog classified as “potentially dangerous” or “vicious” by the state is not illegal, it does carry additional responsibilities which owners are accountable for being aware of. Dogs with these classifications are required to be kept in an enclosure which must both keep the dog from escaping as well as prevent children from entering. These types of dogs are only allowed outside of the enclosure when restrained by a leash and/or muzzle and under the control of a responsible adult. Cities also retain the ability to prohibit the ownership of a vicious dog at any time should they find it not being properly restrained or kept away from the public.

Should you be involved in an unprovoked attack by a dog, it is crucial for your settlement that you seek legal counsel immediately. A skilled California dog bite lawyer will know the steps that must be taken in order to have the victim compensated for medical bills as well as emotional trauma incurred.

The Accident Attorneys’ Group wants to hear from you so we can get Maximum Results for your California Car Accident Case! With millions of dollars collected for our clients and over 20 years of experience we know what it takes to put the insurance companies on the run. We currently have California Dog Bite Attorneys serving throughout the state including: Bakersfield, Fresno, Glendale, Los Angeles, Riverside, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, Newport Beach, and San Jose. Call today for free information about your case.

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