Dog Bite Injuries

Are There Protections For Victims Of Dog Bite Attacks?

Every year, millions of Americans are attacked by dogs, with small children being the most common victims. While many bites are minor, some dog attacks result in severe, disfiguring, or even life-threatening injuries.

The first step toward justice for your injuries is seeking immediate medical care. This not only aids your recovery but also provides crucial evidence supporting the seriousness of the dog bite. Beyond physical harm, dog attacks can leave lasting emotional scars, including an intense and debilitating fear of dogs, which can significantly affect your quality of life.

This kind of pain and suffering deserves to be addressed and compensated. You need an experienced dog bite injury lawyer to handle your case and ensure you receive the justice you deserve. If you’ve been injured in a dog attack, the next best step is to contact a dog bite injury attorney to discuss your rights and options.

Nordstrom, Steele, Nicolette, & Blythe

With over 40 years of experience, our firm is dedicated to helping you regain control of your life and situation. Our firm, Nordstrom, Steele, Nicolette, & Blythe, has focused on wrongful death and major injury cases in California.

With a deep understanding of your circumstances, we can develop the best strategy for you. We never railroad our clients into pursuing anything they don’t want. While we have the experience and legal skills, you are the reason we fight so hard to ensure the most beneficial results.

How Does Dog Owner Liability In California Affect Your Case?

In California, liability for a dog’s behavior is automatic. Unlike many other states, where prior incidents are needed as evidence of a dog’s dangerous behavior, California law holds dog owners liable regardless of the dog’s history. These regulations are outlined in California’s dog bite statute, specifically under California Civil Code 3342.

Under this code, anyone lawfully on the dog owner’s premises can bring a civil case against the owner. Even if the dog has never bitten anyone before, the owner is still responsible for any damages caused by the dog. This statute aims to ensure that dog owners take necessary precautions to prevent their pets from posing a danger to the community.

Unwavering Support You Need In Any Injury Case

The team at Nordstrom, Steele, Nicolette, & Blythe, understands the complexities of personal injury cases. We know that unwavering support is crucial for our clients, especially when the situation feels overwhelming. At our firm, we are committed to showing up for each of our clients – even when you feel like your case is a lost cause.

Many victims of dog bite attacks are aware that something can be done to correct the wrongs they’ve suffered, but they may not know how much legal support they’ll need. Unfortunately, without a dedicated legal team, they may struggle to get the compensation they deserve. Our firm provides the experience, compassion, and focus needed to develop a customized legal strategy that addresses your specific needs.

If You Or A Loved One Have Been Injured By A Dog Attack, Our Attorneys May Be Able To Help.

If you or someone you know has been attacked by a dangerous dog in California, our firm is here to help. The injury lawyers and attorneys at Nordstrom, Steele, Nicolette and Blythe have over 40 years of experience representing people in dog bite and animal attack cases.

Find out if you are entitled to claim for dog bite injuries in California by contacting an experienced dog bite lawyer. We have offices in Palm Desert, CA, and Tustin, CA. Give us a call today at (760) 852-7134.