Los Angeles County Dog Bite Attorney

Among the hazards of owning or playing with a pet, LA dog bites are surely the most common and expensive injuries that can take place. Although most pet dogs are friendly and well trained, dog bites can still occur with devastating results to victims. Unlike popular conception, most bites occur from dogs that you have seen before such as a neighbor’s dog, or a friend or family’s pet. It is the familiarity that makes victims of dog bites so surprised and unsure what to do when they occur.  My name is Rivers Morrell, and as a Los Angeles County dog bite attorney with more than 40 years of experience I can tell you that recovering for the medical bills and financial expenses associated with a dog attack is based upon the homeowners insurance or renters insurance of the pet’s owner.

If they happen to be a friendly neighbor or family member, the victim and their family may have concerns about pursuing financial recovery because of their relationship with the owner of the dog.  When you are injured by a dog bite and proceed with a claim, the recovery and any associated action is targeted at the insurance company.  Accordingly, you will not be going after any personal assets or money from the dog owner, but rather from the insurance carrier, who provides for these types of losses.  Furthermore, California is what is known as a “Strict-liability” state, which means that the dog owner will be automatically liable for injuries sustained as a result of a dog bite.

Injuries that are sustained from LA dog bites include: puncture wounds, lacerations, scratches, and the risk of serious infections. These wounds often result in severe scarring resulting in the need for plastic surgery.  Due to the risks of infection and bleeding, it is strongly recommended to seek immediate medical attention for all dog bites, no matter how insignificant the injuries may appear to be at first glance. Unfortunately, many people that are injured from a dog attack do not know what to do after a dog bite.

If you have been injured or bitten in a dog attack, please contact an experienced Los Angeles County dog bite attorney at the Law Firm of Rivers Morrell for a free consultation at (949)305-1400. We will work with you to ensure financial recovery for your injuries, medical bills, lost income, and all other recoverable damages.

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