Ventura County, Los Angeles County, Westlake Village Dog Bite and Vicious Animal Attack Lawyers

A dog bite or vicious animal attack may very well be the most traumatizing event in a person’s life. Dogs are widely considered to be one of the most loving, loyal, friendly, and faithful animals. So when a dog viciously bites or attacks a person, it can be an incredibly overwhelming, shocking, and unreal experience. Furthermore, many dog bite victims require surgery, hospitalization, or some form of medical attention, such as tetanus shots, reconstructive surgery, or plastic surgery.  Many dog bite victims also become emotionally scarred from the experience, and typically require the services of a psychologist or therapist.

A dog bite or attack can lead to a number of injuries that are painful and debilitating, such as:

• Deep wounds, punctures, and lacerations
• Scarring or disfigurement
• Head trauma
• Brain injury
• Nerve damage
• Broken or fractured bones
• Dislocations
• Infections
• Psychological trauma
• Death

At Neustadt & Berriz, we are dedicated to helping dog bite victims take legal action against negligent dog owners. California’s dog bite laws state that dog owners are liable for damages if their dog bites or attacks another person. Under California’s strict liability laws, dog owners have a legal responsibility to restrain their dogs and keep them from biting, attacking, or injuring another person. Even if an owner had no knowledge of the dog’s violent tendencies, or even if the dog had never exhibited signs of aggression in the past, the owner can still be held accountable for the attack. However, in order to successfully recover damages from a dog owner, the victim and his/her attorney must prove the following is true:

1. The victim was not trespassing on the property where the attack took place
2. The victim sustained some type of injury as a result of the bite or attack

Even if an animal does not bite, but knocks someone down causing injury, the owner of the animal is responsible for the injuries caused.

Contact Ventura County, Los Angeles County, Westlake Village Dog Bite and Vicious Animal Attack Attorneys

At Neustadt & Berriz, we work diligently to recover the compensation our clients need to treat their injuries. With years of experience under our belt, we know what it takes to put together a successful dog bite or vicious animal attack injury case, and how to effectively argue the case in court. Furthermore, in every case we represent we negotiate with the other attorneys to obtain the highest settlements possible. Our main priority is providing our clients with the exceptional legal representation they need to win their case, and ensuring they walk away the financial means to take care of themselves now and in the future. These cases are handled on a contingency fee basis so the client never pays until we win or successfully settle their case.