A dog bite can be one of the most painful and traumatic events one can go through, and it may necessitate urgent, immediate, and long-term care. The legal considerations surrounding dog bites vary with each state, but across the country, one can seek compensation for bites should they cause injuries, and should negligence be apportioned to the dog or property owners. Dogs, by their very nature, are territorial and aggressive animals that have been bred and tamed to provide protection to individuals and their property. Should a dog sense that you are a stranger or unwanted individual, its natural instinct is to bark in order to sound a warning call, and if you proceed further, it may attack by biting any limb or body part that is exposed.

While property owners have the right to protect their property and personal safety, they do not have the right to negligently remove a dog from their enclosure or leash or neglect the dog’s health as these two and other factors may not only lead to individuals accessing premises being bitten but also potentially being infected by dangerous and potentially fatal infections such as rabies. It is important to note that dog bite victims have the right to seek legal redress via the filing of a personal injury lawsuit, and doing so may make them eligible for a number of damages such as lost wages, the cost of medical care to mention but a few. That said, these cases usually tend to be so complex and nuanced that self-representation is a surefire way to get your case dismissed. To this end, we’d like to invite you to read on to discover how we can help you get compensated thanks to our award-winning team.

Are you looking for the best dog bite injury lawyer? Please call us NOW at (314) 481-63338 to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation. The experienced countrywide dog bite injury attorneys at McCready Law bring to the table over 50 years of combined experience where we’ve helped injured Americans from all walks of life get the compensation they rightfully deserve after getting injured by the negligent actions of other individuals or corporate entities. What sets us apart from the competition is our vast litigation experience where we’ve recovered record breaking judgments for clients who suffered severe, life-altering injuries and required significant compensation to rebuild their lives. Other law firms, on the other hand, simply engage in negotiations with the insurance company which more often than not nets a paltry settlement for the client. In addition to having nationwide reach, we also take on cases on contingency fee basis which simply means that there are ZERO UPFRONT FEES for the duration of the processing of your claim as we only levy our fees at the end of the suit, and only if we’ve recovered compensation on your behalf. We also run a bilingual firm (hablamos Espanol), and our attorneys are accessible for your needs; if you’d like to speak with one of our best dog bite lawyers, please call us NOW at (314) 481-63338 to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation; the call is 100% FREE!

 A Dog Bit Me – Do I Have a Case?

Dog bite laws vary by state, but the main talking points remain the same:

• There has to be a form of negligence which led to your suffering injuries from the dog bite. For example, if the dog was not on a leash or allowed to get out of the enclosure, they normally are in via negligently leaving their dog house door or house gate open, the owner may be found negligent and as a result, liable for your injuries
• In some jurisdictions, dog owners could potentially be held strictly liable for any injuries caused by their dogs regardless of whether or not there was an element of negligence or knew about their dog’s propensity for aggression
• Numerous states apply the comparative negligence whereby should you be found to be partially negligent, your compensation may be reduced

What’s the “One Bite Rule” in Dog Bite Lawsuits?

The one bite rule states that an owner may not be liable for their dog’s first bite if they can prove that they did not know the canine was dangerous. However, in states with strict liability, the one bite rule goes out the window, and the dog owner becomes liable for your injuries, superseding the one bite rule. However, a hybrid version of the two legal principles exists where certain states combined elements of each, making it possible for you to still recover compensation.

How Your Status Can Affect Your Dog Bite Injury Claim

In addition, what a lot of dog bite victims don’t know is that one’s status according to premises liability law can affect liability. For instance, if it is determined that you are an invitee, you are afforded the highest level of protection, and may recover the highest damages. The next individual is a licensee who has permission to be on the property but isn’t invited such as a plus one of a friend coming over for brunch. A trespasser, on the other hand, has the lowest legal protection but may still be able to file a claim if the owner’s actions are found to be particularly egregious.

Evidence is Crucial in Dog Bite Injury Claims

Evidence is at the heart of these claims and as such, it is vital that you seek immediate medical attention so that documentation can be produced in the form of doctor’s notes, bills, imaging files and so on. In addition, make sure to collect statements of any individuals who may have witnessed the incident as they may provide additional corroborating information. Last but not least, ensure to take photos and video of the injury, scars, marks, and even blood spots on the ground to help add weight to your claim.

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Dog bite victims may be able to file a claim to recover damages for things like the cost of medical care both present and in the future, lost wages, rehabilitation and surgery costs, loss of enjoyment of life, pain and suffering, and so much more. If you were a victim and believe that negligence had a role to play in your injuries and dog bite attack, please give us a call NOW at (314) 481-63338 to speak with one of our experienced countrywide dog bit injury attorneys. Thanks for choosing McCready Law, and we look forward to helping you.