Los Angeles Attorneys Answers to Questions After a Dog Bite Injury

After a dog bite injury most people have questions about what they should do and the Los Angeles dog bite attorneys at Ehline Law have the experience needed.

There are over 60 million dogs in the United States and 40 percent of households own at least one canine. This number is on the increase all the time due to children growing up, leaving home, and couples waiting longer to have children than in decades past. This many pets might seem amazing, but the amount of dog bites per year is equally disturbing.

The reason is, there are an estimated 300,000 dog bites each year in the United States requiring medical treatment. The estimated percentage of dog bite victims from this of children that suffer a dog bite attack, is 60 percent and most common injuries are to the face and head. There are approximately 18 deaths per year from dog bites to victims of all ages. This means that there are many dog bite attack lawsuits.

What should be done after a dog bite attack?

When a dog bite occurs it is fast in most cases and the events might be difficult to sort out, but what is important to do after a dog bite attack is seek medical treatment. The dog bite can cause many types of injuries; puncture wounds, nerve damage and broken bones. There will be emotional trauma suffered that might need counseling to help the victim of a dog attack.

The police need to be contacted and the dog bite victim should get a copy of the police report. The local animal control should also be alerted.

Find out who owns the dog if it is not your dog or someone you know. It is important to get their name and address. Take photos of injuries sustained in the dog bite attack, which can be important when bringing a legal suit for compensation. Obtain names and phone numbers of any witnesses to the dog attack.

If the dog bite attack occurred at a public place, like a convenience store or other place of business report it to the store or business manager and get their name and phone number.

Keep a written record of the events of the dog bite attack, the injuries, how you feel and how you are healing. This can be important when speaking with a dog attack injury attorney.

How does the Ehline Law Firm Help Dog Bite Victims?

The Ehline Law firm specializes in dog bite attacks and will be able to collect the information you can provide and with the help of other experts build a winning dog bite attack lawsuit to win the maximum amount of compensation. This is done by investigating events of the dog bite attack to identify other responsible parties beside the dog owner and ensure the victim has everything they need, including both adequate medical care and emotional counseling.

In some cases the victim of a dog attack needs emotional counseling, because they have a immense fear of dogs that can inhibit a normal lifestyle. In this type of case the victim can be compensated for future counseling.

What Happens if My Neighbors Dog Bit Me and I do not Want to Cause Problems?

The attorneys at Ehline Law understand that this situation can be uncomfortable, but in most cases a dog bite claim can be settled without making enemies out of neighbors.

The neighbor is liable under the law, as stated in California Civil Code section 3342, which states "The owner of and dog is liable for damages suffered by any person that is bitten while lawfully in a private place or while in a public place.

This is regardless of whether the owner is aware of the canine being vicious." There is also a leash law in Los Angeles and many other cities in California, which has a six foot limit or under.

What Works Out Better-To Settle Out of Court or Take the Case to Court?

The decision to settle out of court would be dependent on the limit of the insurance company offer and the severity of the dog bite injuries. In many cases the lawsuit can be settled out of court. When possible we work hard to get the victim the maximum amount of compensation without them having to go into court and relive the dog bite attack.

When insurance policy limits are below the medical costs, pain and suffering, loss of wages and other costs then it benefits the client to go to trial. Before going to trial we are prepared with the evidence needed to win a fair settlement for our client. This wrongful death attorney, or simply as a scrape and contusion bite firm.

Does it take a Long Time to Settle a Dog Attack Claim and What Amount of Compensation is there?

The personal injury attorneys at Ehline Law take every lawsuit seriously and work hard for the best settlement amount for our clients. Settlements in dog bite attacks depending on the severity can reach as high as $1 million in a wrongful death. In a dog bite attack causing wrongful death, it can be a long process for the family and can take two years or longer to settle.

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