Many homes in Pasadena have pets, and in nearly all situations, the owner is responsible for the actions of that animal. When the owner is negligent, and a dog bites someone, the injuries and losses can be severe. At Fisher & Talwar, our Pasadena dog bite lawyer provides clear legal representation to help increase the maximum compensation for your injury as allowable under the law. Be sure to talk to our Pasadena personal injury attorney at your earliest convenience about your case.

Why You Need a Pasadena Dog Bite Attorney

A dog bite case can be challenging, especially if you have substantial losses and must prove that the dog owner was negligent. We serve clients from Pasadena who are victims, who deserve an advocate who will fight for them, and who need to recover damages from losses they incurred through no fault of their own. When you hire our Pasadena dog bite lawyer, you gain several key benefits:

  • Our dog bite attorneys have a strong reputation for negotiating with confidence. We know how to negotiate, building your ability to recover damages that are fair to your losses.
  • With the guidance of our attorney, you can be sure you know your rights, even in situations where others may have a different story than you do.
  • Our lawyers are also compassionate professionals, ready to service you, ease your worries, and help you get the care you need.

Expect Fisher & Talwar to listen to you, educate you on the legal process and your rights, and offer ongoing, clear communication about your next step. Set up a free consultation with our attorneys now to discuss your case openly and honestly. Expect us to provide you with transparent, honest insight into your rights.

Know Your Rights to Compensation After a Dog Bite

Our Pasadena dog bite attorney will provide you with legal counsel in your case, offering clear insight into whether you have a case under California dog bite law. As a strict liability state, if a dog hurts another person, the owner of that dog is liable for injuries. While you may hear other states are “one bite” states, this does not apply in California.

This means that if the victim is within an area they are allowed to be in, and they do not provoke the dog into attacking, the dog’s owner owes the victim compensation for their losses. Dog owners are nearly always required to compensate the victim. Many times, this means medical losses, lost time at work, and pain and suffering.

Keep in mind that there are restrictions on this, including the fact that if you do anything to threaten the dog, threaten the dog’s owner, or abuse the dog, you could be found to be provoking the animal. Additionally, if you are on the owner’s property illegally, you may not be able to pursue compensation. This includes situations where you are trespassing on the home or are an intruder. 

What Are the Common Injuries in Dog Bite Attacks?

It may be possible that a dog bite causes very little injury, requiring nothing more than cleansing the wound and a bandage. However, any time you have to go to the emergency room or get medical care for the injuries, you should speak to our Pasadena dog bite lawyer about your right to compensation. That is especially true in accidents involving serious injuries such as the following:

  • Significant bleeding and lacerations
  • Scarring
  • Wounds that lead to infections
  • Disfigurement
  • Broken bones
  • Traumatic head injuries if you fall

Each situation is quite different, but if you have any significant wounds, seek out guidance from a medical provider immediately. Doing so protects your rights to full compensation for your losses because it creates evidence of what happened and the severity of those injuries.

Pursue Full Compensation for the Losses You Sustain in a Dog Bite Case

Our Pasadena dog bite attorney will encourage you to get the medical care needed, including any recommended follow-up care and mental health support. We use your medical bills as well as other information to prove your losses, some of which might include the following

  • Costs related to your medical treatment. This could include short-term treatments obtained at the time of the accident as well as ongoing medical care you need.
  • Pain and suffering. This includes claims for any physical pain you suffer, as well as psychological trauma associated with the accident and emotional losses you have.
  • Lost income. If you are unable to work for a period of time, we will document your losses and pursue compensation for them, including lost future work.

Our Pasadena dog bite attorney is committed to remaining by your side throughout this legal process. To do this, we first listen to you describe all aspects of your injury, including how it could impact your relationships, mental health, and physical abilities going forward. We use this information, along with evidence, to build a strong case for your recovery of losses.

We Work to Exhaust All Potential Financial Losses You Have

Dog bites are traumatic events, and the injuries you face could become quite complicated if you need revision procedures, cosmetic repair, and ongoing treatment for mobility losses. When you have serious losses, you need a Pasadena dog bite attorney ready to fight for fair compensation so you have the financial means to pursue the care you deserve. You did not cause this to happen to you, but you will be the one to suffer for years to come as a result of the dog owner’s negligence.

Schedule a Free Consultation with our Pasadena Dog Bite Attorney Now

Contact Fisher & Talwar now to discuss your case with a legal team that is committed to providing superior legal service to each and every client. Turn our Pasadena dog bite lawyer into an advocate for your right to pursue compensation for mental health, physical injury, and financial losses you have due to this owner’s negligence. With years of experience and the availability of a free consultation, we can guide you through this legal process with confidence. Do not wait to call us as there is limited time to file a claim.