San Diego Dog Bite Attorney

In California, the law holds dog owners strictly liable for any injuries their dogs cause, regardless of the animal's past behavior. This means that if a dog bites someone, the owner or their insurer is typically responsible for covering the victim's medical expenses, compensating for pain and suffering, and addressing other damages resulting from the incident. Our experienced San Diego dog bite injury lawyers are well-versed in California law and can help ensure your rights are protected throughout the legal process.

• Ownership of the Dog: The first step in holding a negligent dog owner accountable is proving that they owned the dog in question. This can typically be demonstrated through documentation such as registration papers, veterinary records, or witness testimony.

• Occurrence of the Bite: It must be clearly shown that you were bitten by the dog in question. Evidence such as medical records, photographs of the injury, or witness statements can help establish this fact.
• Lawful Presence on the Premises: You must have been lawfully present on the property where the bite occurred. This means you were either invited onto the premises or had legal permission to be there, such as being a guest or conducting business.
• Causation of Injuries: Finally, it must be demonstrated that the dog bite directly caused your injuries. Medical records detailing the extent of your injuries, and even expert testimony can help establish the link between the dog bite and your damages.

By meticulously gathering evidence and presenting a compelling case, our legal team can help you through your case and get the compensation you deserve for your injuries.

After a dog bite incident, getting compensation for your injuries can help you to move on with your life, common damages may include:

• Medical Expenses: Compensation for medical expenses incurred as a result of the dog bite, including emergency room visits, hospital stays, surgeries, medications, and rehabilitation costs. This can also include future or continuing medical fees.
• Lost Wages: Reimbursement for any income lost due to time taken off work for medical treatments, recovery, or disability resulting from the dog bite injury.
• Pain and Suffering: Compensation for the physical pain, emotional distress, and psychological trauma endured as a result of the dog bite incident.
• Disfigurement: Damages awarded for any permanent scarring or disfigurement caused by the dog bite, which may impact the victim's appearance and self-esteem.
• Permanent Disability: Compensation for any long-term disabilities or impairments resulting from the dog bite injury, which may affect the victim's ability to perform daily activities or work.
• Legal Fees: Compensation for the costs associated with hiring legal representation to pursue compensation for the dog bite injuries, including attorney's fees and court costs.
• Other Damages: Additional compensation for any other losses or damages suffered as a result of the dog bite incident, such as loss of enjoyment of life, inconvenience, or emotional distress.

Our skilled team at Laureti & Associates will work diligently to build a strong case and pursue maximum compensation for your dog bite injuries. We understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll that a dog bite can take, and we are committed to fighting for your rights and recovery.