Dog Attack Lawyer in California
Even the most ardent dog lover can admit that certain dogs are incredibly dangerous. Over five million dog bites occur annually, and that means you’re unfortunately not the only person dealing with the aftermath of a dog-related injury. Since dog bites are so common, your trusted personal injury lawyer at The JL Firm is well-versed in all the intricacies of dog bite legal cases. We genuinely care about you and the pain you’re dealing with, so we just want to see you get the justice and closure you deserve. Perhaps you were left with a scar, infection, puncture wound, or bone fracture. Worse yet, your loved one may have been involved in a fatal dog attack. If you or someone you love were injured by a dog in any way, contact The JL Firm for a dog bite lawyer today. We will be there to advocate for you and guide you through the process, and you’ll be on the road to recovery before you know it.What should I do after a dog bite?
1. Get medical treatment immediately.
When you’ve been bitten by a dog, the first thing you should do is to seek immediate medical treatment. The sooner your injuries are treated, the better your outcome will be. Delaying medical treatment when you’ve been injured by a dog can lead to exacerbation of symptoms (including pain), infections, and more. We urge you to get to your nearest emergency room as quickly as possible so you can begin the healing process sooner rather than later.2. Collect the necessary evidence.
After you’ve received medical treatment for your dog bite injuries, the next step should be gathering evidence. You should not be held responsible for an attack that was not your fault in any way. Keep track of any medical bills, take detailed photos to detail your injuries, write down all the information you know about the dog and its owner (including addresses, phone numbers, dog breed, your relationship to the dog and/or owner, and any other details you can think of), and file a dog bite incident report with your local police station. If you know of other incidents involving the same dog, including other bites or dog aggression, be sure to document those details as well. Gather all the information you possibly can, because this will help you when you seek damages against the dog’s owner.3. Call The JL Firm!
Contacting an animal bite lawyer is a highly necessary and incredibly beneficial step when you’re dealing with the effects of a dog-related injury. The JL Firm has extensive experience in dealing everything from with minor bites to fatal dog bite injuries, so we are well-equipped to help with your case. Your animal bite attorney will help you seek dog bite damages in California by reviewing all the evidence you’ve gathered on your own, helping you compile any additional information that might further substantiate your claim, and helping you prove dog owner liability. We sincerely hope your injuries are minor, but we also have experience in helping families in the wake of dog bite fatalities. Whatever the extent of your injuries, The JL Firm is proud to advocate on your behalf.When you meet with our legal team, we will pore over your documentation to be sure we can effectively prove to the court that this incident has had a profound effect on your life. We’ll seek damages for lost wages, emotional trauma, physical pain, psychological distress, and all the other effects you’ve suffered. We will move forward with your case, seek compensation from the responsible party, and help you move on with your life as quickly as possible. It is a great privilege to serve you and help you put a devastating and life-changing event behind you.