Dog Bite in Costa Mesa Injures Young Boy

A young 11 year old boy was hospitalized after being bitten by a neighbor’s dog in Costa Mesa. The incident occurred at or about the 1000 block of Nancy Lane in Costa Mesa when the pit bull dog escaped from an open door in his neighbor’s house and rushed at the young boy. The dog chased the young boy and bite him on the right leg, causing serious puncture wounds and lacerations that required many stitches to repair. The dog was impounded and quarantined where Orange County Animal Control is conducting an investigation on whether to deem the dog a vicious animal and whether it should be euthanized for public safety. The young boy is making a recovery on his injuries.

Dog attacks can be a frightening ordeal for anyone, let alone a young child. Such attacks can seriously damage the psyche of a young child, and make them forever traumatized and fearful of dogs growing up. Additionally, dog attacks on children (and grown adults) can leave permanent physical injuries such as nerve damage, permanent scaring, and physical pain.

Luckily, California is a state with strict liability on dog bites, which means that a dog owner will be automatically liable for injuries caused by their dog’s attacks. In the case above, the young victim of that dog bite can seek recourse for his injuries including his medical bills, damages, and pain and suffering.

If you or anyone you know has been the victim of a vicious attack by a dog or other wild animal, please feel free to contact the Law Firm of Rivers Morrell for a free consultation to discuss your claims.