Los Angeles Dog Bite Attorney

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. 

Our Los Angeles Dog Bite Lawyers Make You a Priority

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.

Our Law Firm Provides Personalized Legal Service

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.

We Don’t Charge Upfront Fees for Our Los Angeles Dog Bite Lawyers

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.

Statute of Limitations for Dog Bite Lawsuits in Los Angeles, California

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.

What’s the Law on Dog Bites in Los Angeles?

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:

• They knew their dog was vicious or had a history of biting others.
• The dog bite occurred on public property.
• The dog bite occurred on private property where the victim was lawfully visiting at the time. Private property includes the owner’s residence or any other private space. 

Defining a Lawful Visitor in Dog Bite Cases

Under California law, a person is lawfully visiting the property in the following circumstances:

• Performing duties imposed by the laws of the state
• Performing duties for the US Postal Service
• On the property by express or implied invitation from the property owner

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 Build Comprehensive Claims to Recover Maximum Damages

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:

• Life-saving, reconstructive, or necessary cosmetic surgery
• Emergency medical care
• Long-term care
• Lost income from missing work
• Disability
• Physical rehabilitation
• Occupational therapy
• Travel costs resulting from the dog bite injury
• Mental health counseling
• Post-traumatic stress disorder
• Chronic pain
• Scarring and disfigurement
• Mental anguish
• Diminished quality of life
• Lost enjoyment of activities

Helping you prove your losses is just one of the ways KJT Law Group helps you navigate the dog bite claim process.

A Los Angeles Animal Shelter May Bear Liability in Your Dog Bite Case

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.

How Shelter Conditions Contribute to Los Angeles Dog Bites

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.

Call KJT Law Group for a Los Angeles Dog Bite Attorney

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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