Laurence B. Green and Cynthia C. Berger lead Berger and Green from 800 Waterfront Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, representing dog bite victims throughout Pennsylvania. Their law firm understands the severe physical and emotional trauma resulting from dog attacks, particularly when victims are children unable to defend themselves. The attorneys navigate Pennsylvania’s strict liability laws for dog bites, which don’t require proving negligence when pursuing compensation for injuries. They help clients recover damages for scarring, infections, psychological trauma, facial disfigurement, and other serious consequences of dog attacks. The firm’s experienced dog bite lawyers counter insurance companies’ attempts to undervalue claims or shift blame to victims. They thoroughly investigate cases, consult experts when needed, and review local ordinances including Bellevue’s dangerous dog laws that require special precautions for animals with aggressive histories. For those suffering after a dog attack, Berger and Green offers free consultations and contingency-based representation. Call (412) 661-1400 for assistance.
Pittsburgh Injury Lawyers P.C. operates from 301 Grant St 4300 PNB 100, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, focusing on dog bite cases throughout the area. Their attorneys emphasize the severity of dog attacks, noting CDC statistics that 5 million Americans are bitten annually with 800,000 requiring medical treatment. The firm handles cases involving puncture wounds, infections, broken bones, nerve damage, and scarring, with particular attention to child victims who represent half of all dog bite injuries. Their lawyers explain Pennsylvania’s unique liability framework that distinguishes between severe injuries requiring cosmetic surgery or multiple sutures, which trigger automatic liability, and less severe injuries where owners may avoid liability if they properly confined their dogs. The firm investigates attack circumstances, documents medical evidence, and reports incidents to local authorities as required by law. They pursue compensation for medical bills, psychological trauma, residual scarring, and emotional suffering, offering free consultations at (412) 301-3497 with no fees unless financial recovery is secured.
Carmody and Ging, Injury & Accident Lawyers operate from the Deutschtown Center at 801 Vinial Street, 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, providing skilled representation for dog bite victims. With a combined 60 years of experience fighting for personal injury victims, attorneys Sean Carmody and Terrence Ging have built a respected reputation throughout Western Pennsylvania for securing impressive settlements and jury verdicts. Their dog bite practice addresses the serious consequences of attacks, including disease transmission, scarring, infections, and fatalities. The firm investigates attack circumstances thoroughly and works with medical experts to accurately value claims, particularly in cases requiring expensive procedures like plastic surgeries or skin grafts. Carmody and Ging analyze both insurance coverage and dog owner assets to maximize compensation. The attorneys understand the unique challenges of representing children who often suffer not only physical injuries but also lasting psychological trauma requiring counseling. Available 24/7 at (412) 281-2929, the firm offers free consultations and provides personal attention to every client, fighting diligently to secure compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Dog Bite Lawyers at 6101 Penn Ave #400, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, reachable at 412-400-5476, specialize in representing child victims of dog bites across Pennsylvania. The firm highlights that children account for over 50% of dog bite victims nationally, with children ages 5-9 particularly vulnerable. Their attorneys emphasize that most attacks occur in familiar settings, with two-thirds of bites to children coming from family pets. The firm understands the unique legal procedures for minors’ claims, which require court approval for settlements and special trust accounts to protect compensation until the child turns 18. Their legal team handles the complexities of establishing owner liability under Pennsylvania dog laws and pursuing compensation for medical bills, disfigurement, emotional trauma, developmental delays, and psychological damage. The attorneys note that the statute of limitations for child victims extends beyond the standard two years, as the timeframe doesn’t begin until the child’s 18th birthday. The firm offers home and hospital visits throughout Western Pennsylvania counties.
Ainsman Levine, LLC operates from 310 Grant St, Suite 1500 in Pittsburgh, PA, providing specialized legal support for dog bite victims throughout Pennsylvania. Their attorneys understand that animal attacks can result in serious injuries, scarring, infection, and lasting emotional trauma, especially when children are involved. The legal team conducts thorough investigations to identify the animal, determine ownership, establish where the incident occurred, and document the dog’s breed, history, and presence on the Pennsylvania Dangerous Dog Registry. They anticipate and counter common insurance company defenses, including claims that victims provoked the dog or disregarded warnings about aggressive behavior. The firm seeks compensation for medical treatment, rehabilitation care, nerve damage repair, and psychological counseling for post-traumatic stress. When representing victims of severe dog attacks, Ainsman Levine works on a contingent fee basis, charging no legal fees unless they secure compensation. They offer free consultations to evaluate cases, discuss legal options, and explain how they can help victims move forward after traumatic animal attacks.
Hal Waldman & Associates, based at 1326 Freeport Rd #100, Pittsburgh, PA 15238, provides dedicated representation for dog bite victims throughout Western Pennsylvania. Their experienced attorneys handle cases involving puncture wounds, facial injuries, broken bones, infections, disfigurement, knockdown injuries, and wrongful death resulting from vicious dog attacks. The legal team emphasizes that Pennsylvania law holds dog owners strictly liable for injuries caused by their pets, even without prior knowledge of aggressive tendencies. They pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, emotional trauma, and long-term disability resulting from severe attacks. The firm’s attorneys work particularly diligently on cases involving children, who are frequent victims of dog bites and often suffer both physical and psychological trauma. Hal Waldman & Associates offers free consultations at 412-338-1000 and operates on a contingency fee basis, ensuring clients pay nothing until they recover compensation.
With offices at 603 Stanwix St., Suite 1825, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, Morgan & Morgan’s team of experienced dog bite attorneys offers powerful legal representation for attack victims throughout Pennsylvania. Their Pittsburgh dog bite lawyers understand the devastating impacts of animal attacks, with the CDC reporting nearly 4.5 million dog bites yearly and over 800,000 victims requiring medical attention. Pennsylvania ranks fifth nationally for dog bites according to a 2022 report, making their specialized legal services particularly relevant. The firm handles claims under Pennsylvania’s classification system that distinguishes between severe and non-severe injuries, with severe cases including broken bones, disfiguring lacerations requiring multiple sutures or surgery, and allowing for broader compensation including medical expenses, lost wages, mental anguish, permanent disfigurement, and pain and suffering. With a 4.6-star rating from nearly 700 Google reviews, Morgan & Morgan offers free case evaluations and works on a contingency fee basis. Call (412) 222-5600 for consultation.
DelVecchio & Miller, LLC operates from 428 Boulevard of the Allies, 1st Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, specializing in dog bite injuries across Pennsylvania. Their experienced attorneys emphasize that while most dogs are gentle companions, attacks can cause permanent disabilities, scarring, and even death. Under Pennsylvania law, dog owners are responsible for controlling their pets, and liability is established through the “one-bite rule” if the owner knew or should have known about previous aggressive behavior. The firm’s dog bite lawyers conduct thorough investigations, including canvassing neighborhoods, interviewing mail carriers, and searching for evidence of prior incidents to establish liability. They pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and scarring, particularly in cases involving children who often suffer facial injuries. With cases successfully handled in Pittsburgh, Erie, New Castle, and throughout Pennsylvania and Ohio, their attorneys offer free consultations at (412) 434-1400 with no fee unless they recover compensation.
Lee W. Davis, Esquire, L.L.C. maintains an office at 5239 Butler St #201, Pittsburgh, PA 15201, providing comprehensive legal representation for dog bite victims. With over 25 years of experience fighting for injury victims’ rights, Attorney Davis offers personalized attention to each case, ensuring clients understand their legal options following an animal attack. The firm handles all aspects of dog bite claims, from investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident to gathering medical records and consulting with experts to determine the extent of injuries and long-term impacts. Davis works diligently to secure compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages, negotiating with insurance companies or pursuing litigation when necessary. Beyond seeking financial recovery, the firm helps prevent future attacks by holding dog owners accountable for their pets’ actions. Former clients praise Davis for his professionalism, responsiveness, and dedication to achieving favorable outcomes. For a free, in-depth case evaluation, call 412-781-0525.
Ogg, Murphy & Perkosky, P.C. operates from 245 Fort Pitt Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15222, providing experienced legal representation for dog bite victims throughout Pennsylvania. Their Pittsburgh dog bite lawyers understand that animal attacks can leave victims emotionally scarred for life, suffering from painful injuries, potential rabies exposure, and other infections. The firm helps clients navigate Pennsylvania’s dog bite laws, which combine theories of negligence and the “one bite rule” to establish owner liability when they knew a dog was aggressive or failed to use reasonable care to prevent an attack. Their attorneys investigate dog bite incidents thoroughly, gathering medical records, photographs, and witness testimony to build compelling cases for compensation. With a focus on securing payment for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional trauma, they guide clients through the complex legal process while addressing the statute of limitations requiring lawsuits to be filed within two years. For a free consultation regarding your dog bite case, call (412) 471-8500.
