Category Archives: Animal Attacks
What Are the Dog Bite Laws in California?
If you or a loved one has been bitten by a strange dog, or even the family pet of someone you know well, understanding your rights and options under California’s dog bit laws is crucial to ensure you get compensation for your medical care, pain and suffering, and other legal damages. Below we attempt… Read More »
What You Should Know About Dog Attacks in California
California sees more dog bite injury lawsuits than any other state in the country. While we certainly love our pets, it is important to keep other members of the public safe from our pets’ worst impulses. When a dog attacks another person, the dog’s owner may be liable for any damages caused. The rules… Read More »
What to Do After a Dog Bite Injury
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), around 4.5 million dog bites occur across the country every year. 800,000 of those bitten seek medical care. That is an astounding number of injuries solely attributable to dog bites. As much as we love our pets, dog bites are serious, and they… Read More »
Can You Sue the County After a Dog Bite in California?
Animal owners have a responsibility to protect the public against attacks by their pets. California law holds pet owners liable for dog bites and other animal attacks, and, under certain circumstances, other property owners or even municipalities may also be vicariously liable. Los Angeles County recently entered into a settlement with the family of… Read More »