Fresno Dog Bite Injury Attorneys
Fresno Dog Bite Injuries
Every year in the United States, more than 4.7 million people are bitten by a dog. More than half of all dog bite victims are children. Being bitten by a dog can be a traumatic experience, especially for an unsuspecting child. Dogs have powerful jaws that can develop tremendous force when biting a victim. Dog bite victims can suffer from several types of serious injuries, including:
- Bone fracture injuries
- Lacerations
- Puncture wounds
- Nerve damage
- Sprain injuries
- Abrasions
- Tissue loss
- Amputation (severed limb) injuries
- Rabies
- Cellulitis
- Posttraumatic stress disorder
- Death.
If a dog has bitten you or a loved one, you need the help of an experienced lawyer. According to California Civil Code § 3342, a dog bite victim is not required to prove the dog had a propensity to bite or was know to be aggressive. A victim must prove, however, the individual named in the lawsuit is the owner of the dog, and the victim was not on the premises where the accident occurred unlawfully. A victim must also prove his or her injuries were a result of the dog bite attack. As you can see, proving liability can be a challenging task without the help of a Fresno dog bite injury lawyer at Estey Bomberger. We have more than 70 years experience helping injured victims demonstrate fault on the part of the negligent party. We have been very successful (see case results) at recovering large settlements for our clients' damages. Our clients have received compensation for medical bills, lost wages, lost benefits, permanent scars, disfigurement, physical pain and emotional anguish.
Dangerous Dogs
Although any dog has the ability to attack, there are several breeds considered to be more dangerous. Pit bulls, Rottweilers, German Shepherds, Huskies, Alaskan Malamutes, Doberman Pinchers, Boxers, Chows and Presa Canarios are considered to be some of the most dangerous dogs in the world and rightly so. According to a study conducted between 1982 and 2008, Pit bulls, Rottweilers and Presa Canarios were responsible for almost 74 percent of all dog bite attacks. Most of these breeds were bred specifically to protect, guard and attack, and therefore, exhibit an inherent aggressive behavior.
Choosing the Right Fresno Dog Bite Injury Lawyer
There are many law firms to choose from, but only one – Estey Bomberger – has the experience, resources and skill necessary to win your case. Our Fresno dog bite injury attorneys are seasoned advocates who are passionate about protecting injured clients' legal rights. We treat every client as if they are our only client and treat every case as if it's our only case. Let us help you make sure your current and future financial, physical and emotional needs are taken care of.
Free Case Review
Call the law firm of Estey Bomberger immediately by dialing (559) 682-3629. One of our Fresno personal injury attorneys will thoroughly review your potential case and offer you sound legal advice. We will explain what legal options are available to you and how we can help you with all your legal matters. There are no hidden fees and no retainer fees.