Tapalian Law, led by Attorney David Tapalian, serves dog bite victims from their Providence office at 350 S Main St, available at 401-552-5000. Their Rhode Island dog bite attorneys handle cases for the 4.7 million Americans bitten annually, with particular focus on the 400,000 victims requiring emergency room care each day. The firm emphasizes that children constitute the majority of dog bite victims, suffering injuries that can range from minor puncture wounds to devastating maulings requiring reconstructive surgery. In Rhode Island, dog owners face strict liability for injuries occurring off their property, while the “one bite rule” applies for attacks on the owner’s property if they knew or should have known of the dog’s aggressive tendencies. Tapalian Law’s attorneys have extensive contacts in the medical community to document the seriousness of bite injuries, addressing both economic damages like medical bills and lost wages, and non-economic damages including emotional trauma and PTSD. They operate on a contingency basis with free consultations at their Providence and Seekonk offices, ensuring victims understand their legal rights and receive proper compensation.
Jaloudi Law operates from their Clifton office at 1555 Main Ave, providing specialized legal representation for dog bite victims throughout New Jersey. With over 25 years of legal experience, their attorneys emphasize New Jersey’s strict liability laws, which make dog owners responsible for injuries regardless of the animal’s temperament or the owner’s prior knowledge. The firm handles various dog bite injuries ranging from minor wounds to severe cases requiring extensive medical treatment and potentially resulting in permanent disfigurement, scarring, or disability. Their experienced legal team helps clients navigate important post-bite steps, including seeking immediate medical attention, documenting injuries, gathering witness information, and reporting the attack to authorities. The attorneys, who offer legal advice in English, Spanish, Arabic, and Russian, work on a contingency basis, meaning clients pay nothing unless compensation is recovered. Available 24/7, Jaloudi Law offers free consultations for dog bite victims seeking to understand their legal rights and options for pursuing compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Prospective clients can call (973) 928-4000.
Ehline Law Firm, led by attorney Michael Ehline, serves dog bite victims from their Woodland Hills office at 6200 Canoga Ave. Their dog bite practice emphasizes California’s strict liability statute, which holds owners responsible regardless of the dog’s history or their knowledge of aggressive tendencies. With over 30 years of combined experience and more than $150 million recovered for clients, the firm’s attorneys handle severe attack cases involving puncture wounds, lacerations, infections, broken bones, scarring, disfigurement, nerve damage, and psychological trauma. They identify all potentially liable parties including dog owners, walkers, kennels, and landlords, while investigating possible insurance coverage exclusions for dangerous breeds. Ehline highlights that pit bulls and Rottweilers account for 75% of fatal dog attacks despite comprising a small percentage of the dog population. The firm emphasizes that children face disproportionate risk, with nearly half of all dog bite fatalities occurring among children under 13. They offer free consultations, work on contingency, and can be reached at (747) 330-1783 for immediate assistance with dog bite injuries.
Richard M. Rocha, P.A., located at 3242 Henderson Blvd., Ste. 310, Tampa, FL 33609, provides specialized legal representation for dog bite victims throughout Tampa and surrounding areas including Riverview, Plant City, and Valrico. Attorney Rocha leverages Florida’s strict liability laws, which hold dog owners responsible regardless of their prior knowledge of the animal’s dangerous tendencies—a critical advantage for victims as dogs don’t get “one free bite” in Florida. With extensive experience successfully resolving numerous dog bite claims, the firm secures compensation for medical treatment, lost wages, pain and suffering, and psychological treatment to address the trauma of attacks. They emphasize the importance of seeking immediate medical attention for infection prevention followed by prompt legal consultation at 813.871.6611 before speaking with insurance companies. The firm identifies homeowners insurance coverage that typically applies to such incidents, thoroughly investigates attack circumstances, and builds comprehensive claims addressing both immediate injuries and long-term consequences, offering Spanish-speaking services (Se habla Español) and free consultations.
Thomas Feher founded Feher Law at 9555 SW 175th Terrace #651, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157, providing comprehensive representation for dog bite victims throughout California. The firm specializes in cases involving serious injuries including severe lacerations, nerve damage, infections, scarring, and emotional trauma from animal attacks. Their attorneys leverage California’s strict liability laws, which hold dog owners automatically responsible for injuries regardless of the animal’s previous behavior. The legal team conducts thorough investigations, gathering medical documentation, witness testimony, and evidence of liability to build compelling cases. They calculate full compensation covering medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and future treatment needs. Feher Law maintains a strong track record of successful settlements and verdicts, with clients praising their personalized attention and aggressive advocacy. Operating on a contingency fee basis, the firm offers free consultations with no upfront costs, ensuring victims can access quality legal representation regardless of financial circumstances. For assistance with a dog bite claim, call 310-340-1112.
Zirkin & Schmerling Law, located at 1852 Reisterstown Road, Suite #203, Pikesville, MD 21208, and contactable at (410) 498-8205, provides expert legal representation for dog bite victims in Randallstown. Their attorneys handle cases ranging from minor puncture wounds to severe lacerations, tissue damage, bone fractures, and nerve damage, while also addressing the psychological trauma that often accompanies animal attacks. The firm thoroughly understands Maryland’s dog bite laws, which hold owners strictly liable if their dog injures someone lawfully present, regardless of the animal’s prior behavior. Their legal team works diligently to build strong cases by investigating incidents, gathering medical records, documenting injuries, and identifying witnesses. The attorneys pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress through negotiations with insurance companies or litigation when necessary. With extensive experience in personal injury law, the firm has recovered millions in compensation for accident victims while maintaining a commitment to compassionate client service throughout the legal process.
Rivers J. Morrell, III leads The Law Firm of Rivers J. Morrell, III at 1430 Truxtun Ave, Suite 515, Bakersfield, CA 93301, where he has served Inland Empire residents for over 40 years. Specializing in dog bite cases, the firm emphasizes the rising incidence of attacks in Corona, which has grown 20% in ten years with over half of homes having children under 18 and pets. Their legal approach focuses on homeowners insurance claims, which typically cover medical expenses, counseling, physical therapy, and plastic surgery for scarring. The attorneys handle various bite severity levels, from immediate infection risks to long-term consequences including tendon damage and post-traumatic stress. They emphasize the importance of immediate medical attention at Corona Regional Medical Center followed by thorough documentation of the attack. The firm offers substantive free consultations and operates on contingency fees, ensuring clients pay nothing until compensation is secured. Their personalized approach balances aggressive representation with sensitivity to preserving relationships when attacks involve known dogs, serving clients throughout Corona, Inland Empire, and Southern California.
Eric H. Woods Law Offices is located at 2055 West Charleston Boulevard, Suite A, Las Vegas, NV 89102, providing dedicated representation for dog bite victims throughout Nevada. Attorney Eric Woods has helped seriously injured animal attack victims for over thirty years, securing compensation for medical expenses, therapy costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering. The firm educates clients about dog bite statistics—approximately 65 million dogs in the U.S., 5 million people suffering bites annually, with 800,000 requiring medical treatment. They handle cases involving severe injuries including puncture wounds, crushing injuries, tissue damage, infections, and psychological trauma like anxiety and PTSD. The legal team investigates incidents thoroughly, advising victims to inform the dog’s owner, gather witness information, seek medical treatment, report to Animal Service, and consult an attorney before speaking with insurance adjusters. They understand Nevada’s criminal prohibitions against vicious dog ownership and navigate homeowners insurance claims, which represent over a third of liability claims nationwide. For a free consultation with a Las Vegas dog attack attorney, call (702) 737-0000.
Robert Carichoff founded Triumph Law, P.C. at 600 Coolidge Drive, Suite 190, Folsom, CA 95630, specializing in dog bite cases throughout El Dorado Hills. Their experienced attorneys handle claims under California’s strict liability laws, which hold dog owners fully responsible for injuries regardless of the animal’s history. The firm assists victims suffering from severe injuries including puncture wounds, lacerations, disfigurement, infections, and nerve damage. Their comprehensive approach includes thorough investigation of the incident, gathering medical documentation, identifying potential insurance coverage, and building compelling cases for maximum compensation. They understand the physical and emotional trauma of dog attacks, particularly for children who make up a significant percentage of victims. Triumph Law works on a contingency fee basis, meaning clients pay nothing until they secure compensation covering medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future treatment needs. With over 20 years of legal experience, their attorneys provide personalized representation at every stage of the claim process. Call (916) 500-0000 for a free consultation.
Brady M. Larrison serves as a Georgia dog bite lawyer at The Larrison Law Firm with offices in Loganville and Athens. The firm expertly navigates Georgia’s modified one-bite rule, which extends beyond traditional standards by holding owners liable when they knew or reasonably should have known about their dog’s dangerous tendencies. This includes dogs that have exhibited aggressive behaviors like snarling, excessive barking, or lunging at people, even without previously biting anyone. Attorney Larrison addresses serious complications from dog bites including infections, hand mobility issues, facial disfigurement, potential blindness, and scarring that’s slow to heal. The firm pursues comprehensive compensation covering medical bills, lost wages, diminished earning potential, pain and suffering, and emotional trauma. Their approach includes gathering solid evidence to support claims, clearly documenting all categories of loss, skillfully negotiating with insurance companies, and preparing thoroughly for trial when necessary. For victims facing lasting repercussions from dog attacks, Larrison provides experienced legal counsel focused on securing rightful compensation while clients focus on recovery.
