Bitten by a Dangerous Dog? Get Legal Help Right Away.
Fair Oaks and Citrus Heights Dog Bite Lawyers
Under California law, generally pet owners assume strict liability for their animals. That means that if you are bitten by a dog, in most circumstances the owner is responsible for damages caused by their animal, no matter what the history of the animal or dog might be, or whether the dog was running loose. Contrary to popular belief, the law does not allow every dog one free bite.
If you, one of your children, or another loved one has been bitten by a dog, Ashton & Price will help you obtain fair compensation for your damages, which will likely include emergency care and plastic surgeon follow-up care. In most cases, you will not need health insurance and there will be no out-of-pocket expenses* for your medical care. After you receive an accurate diagnosis and thorough medical care, and have recovered from your injury, we will aggressively negotiate with the responsible party and/or their insurance carrier to insure you receive fair and just compensation for your injuries and damages.
Investigating the Dog Bite Is Key
Getting the facts straight about what really happened in a dog bite or animal attack requires skilled investigation. Dogs don't talk and owners often try to turn the case into a confusing story of he-said-she-said. We conduct an immediate and aggressive investigation, including interviewing witnesses, gathering records and determining the animal's history, in order to best aggressively represent our clients.
We Take an Aggressive, yet Compassionate and Fair-Minded Approach to Recovering Damages
We also know that many people are reluctant to file a lawsuit because of friendship or a family relationship with the dog owner. We are aggressive, yet compassionate in our approach with the responsible owner, dog and their insurance company. It is important to remember that many times the responsible owner is not paying your settlement “out of their pocket,” as they likely have insurance to cover your damages.
- Free Consultation
- No Attorney Fee Unless You Win
From our offices in Fair Oaks, California, we represent dog bite injury victims throughout the Fair Oaks area and all over Northern California. Contact one of our personal injury attorneys right away.
*In the event you elect to receive medical diagnosis and/or treatment on a lien basis, your health care provider will be entitled to payment at the conclusion of your case, from your settlement or jury award.
