Injuries after a dog bite may require multiple surgeries and result in temporary or permanent disability. Beyond the trauma of the attack, loss of limbs after being mauled and bodily disfigurement may leave victims with psychological and emotional scars. Medical costs alone are usually significant, but when coupled with an inability to work and other injury-related expenses, victims face increased financial strain.
If you suffered a dog bite in Los Angeles, the attorneys at KJT Law Group can fight for you. We’ve recovered over $100 million for injury victims in California. We offer a free consultation to discuss the details of your case and answer your questions. Call us today to see how our Los Angeles personal injury lawyers can help you file a dog bite claim.
We are not your average law firm. While other places operate their firm like a mill, collecting cases to make money on volume, we actively limit our caseload to give each client the time, attention, and support they deserve. At our firm, you work directly with your Los Angeles dog bite attorney on your case.
Each case is unique, requiring a different approach to win. KJT Law Group tailors our legal strategy to suit your needs, concerns, and goals. Our personalized approach includes offering services in English, Spanish, and Armenian.
There are no upfront attorneys’ fees involved in working with us. Our legal team works on a contingency-fee basis. We only receive payment if we recover a financial settlement or court award on your behalf. It’s one of the ways we ensure we can help the people who need it most. Case results throughout our 10-year history serving clients in Los Angeles and around the state show how we’ve done just that.
Under CCP § 335.1, California residents have two years from the date of the attack to file a lawsuit for compensation. Unless there is a legal exception to the statute of limitations that applies to your case, missing the filing deadline could result in forfeiting your right to recover damages from the liable party.
If you suffered from a dog bite, contact our firm today for your free consultation. At KJT Law Group, our Los Angeles dog bite injury lawyers roll up our sleeves, go to work for you, and get your case filed before the deadline expires.
The state of California follows the strict liability rule regarding dog bites. Simply put, under CCC § 3342, the dog’s owner is directly responsible for any dog bite attack, regardless of whether:
Under California law, a person is lawfully visiting the property in the following circumstances:
What this means for victims is that they can file a dog bite injury claim or lawsuit against the owner and recover financial compensation for their injury-related losses.
Our dog bite attorneys serving Los Angeles work diligently to build a claim that encompasses the full amount of your injury-related losses. These attacks are frequently severe, involving the canine clenching down into the flesh, ripping skin and muscles from the bone, and even causing bone fractures. Severe bacterial infections can also occur, leading to serious inflammatory complications like sepsis.
In addition to life-saving surgeries, some victims may require reconstructive or cosmetic surgery to minimize disfigurement. Victims may be temporarily or permanently disabled, requiring long-term care. The resulting medical expenses are compensable through a claim or lawsuit, along with any other financial or non-financial losses. In fact, the psychological effects of a dog bite may be just as severe as the physical ones. Our personal injury attorneys work hard to recover damages for losses like:
Helping you prove your losses is just one of the ways KJT Law Group helps you navigate the dog bite claim process.
To say that Los Angeles has a dog bite problem may be an understatement. In 2022, there were a record-breaking 48,596 ER visits for dog bites in California, according to KFF Health News. The United States Postal Service (USPS) reports that Los Angeles ranks number one on their list of cities with the most dog bite attacks on postal service workers in the country.
Dog owners are liable for their pets, and many pet owners have homeowner’s or rental insurance that will cover dog bites. However, animal shelters may share the blame.
NBC Los Angeles reports that overcrowding at LA Animal Services, six city-run dog shelters, has contributed to the dog bite problem. The shelters, housing dogs far beyond their capacity, are understaffed, resulting in inadequate care and attention given to dogs with medical and behavioral issues.
The shelters’ push to encourage adoptions before the dogs are euthanized has led to dangerous canines being released to owners who are uninformed and ill-prepared to handle them. When these vicious animals attack others, the animal shelter may be to blame. Sometimes, the shelters may fail to disclose the dog’s history, violating FAC § 30503.5(b).
Our dog attack attorneys serving Los Angeles can investigate the incident and help you gather the evidence necessary to prove your claim.
If a dog bit you, KJT Law Group can go to work on your personal injury claim. No case is too small and no odds are too daunting for our legal team. These vicious attacks are often life-altering, so let us help you recover the money you need to start rebuilding your life. Call us today for a free consultation.
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@2024 KJT Law Group by Legal Soft
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