Category Archives: Dog Bite
California Dog Bite Laws
Dogs are man’s best friend, and for many they are considered a member of the family. However, not all dogs are friendly, and when dogs attack a person the results can be devastating for victims. If you or a loved one has been hurt in a dog bite attack, the experienced personal injury lawyers… Read More »
Can I Sue for a Dog Bite in California?
A dog bite may not seem like the kind of action you sue over until you see the devastating consequences of a dog bite up close. Dog bites, especially those that break the skin, can involve expensive trips to the emergency room, thousands of dollars in medical bills, prolonged pain and suffering, and extended… Read More »
Psychological Damages of Being Attacked By A Dog
Dog bite victims often not only suffer physical bite injuries, but also long lasting emotional injuries as well. By providing support and helping the dog bite victim process the event, further psychological scarring (such as the development of a phobia of dogs or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and other anxiety disorders) may be prevented…. Read More »
Common Dog Bite Injuries
Almost 75 million dogs live in the United States, and the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)’s estimates that 4.5 million dog bites occur each year. Approximately 880,000 dog bite victims seek emergency medical care at hospitals in the U.S. every year.Dogs have rounded teeth, and it is the pressure exerted by… Read More »
