Dog Bite Injury

 

Assisting Victims of Dog Bites and Attacks

Dogs bite more than 4 million people each year, with more than 800,000 victims needing medical attention. The majority of dog bite victims are children. At Estey & Bomberger, our attorneys are uniquely familiar with laws pertaining to animal attacks and dog bites. We help our clients recover compensation for medical expenses, time away from work, future medical care, and pain and suffering. Using resources, experience and knowledge, Estey & Bomberger attorneys are able to obtain the maximum compensation for dog bite victims and their family members.

California Dog Bite Laws

California is a state that supports statutory strict liability for dog bites, which means that the stringent laws making
owners liable for injuries caused by a dog bite are intended to protect others from being needlessly victimized from
irresponsible dog owners. Dog bite laws in California are very strict, and depending upon the circumstances, a
victim can recover compensation from:

  • A person whose negligence caused the attack.
  • A person who violated a leash law or a law prohibiting dogs from "running at large."
  • A person who kept a dog with the knowledge that the dog had a history of injuring people.

Dog Bite Injuries

At Estey & Bomberger, we know firsthand how dog bites can cause serious harm and disfigurement, especially if the victim is bitten in the face. We have handled animal attack and dog bite cases involving all types of injuries, including:

  • Abrasions
  • Broken bones
  • Eye injuries
  • Facial disfigurement
  • Finger injuries
  • Infections
  • Lacerations
  • Neck injuries
  • Nose injuries
  • Puncture wounds
  • Rabies
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Vision loss

Visit our video center for answers to frequently asked questions regarding dog bites and animal attack injuries.