Russell & Lazarus APC operates from multiple Southern California locations including Newport Beach, Mission Viejo, Long Beach, Riverside, Laguna Niguel, and Fullerton, with attorneys available at 949-851-0222. Their dog bite practice leverages California’s strict liability laws, which hold owners responsible regardless of whether they knew their dog was dangerous or if the dog had previously bitten someone. The firm emphasizes that dog owners can be held accountable even when they’ve taken precautions to prevent attacks, though exceptions exist for provocation, trespassing, or assumption of risk. Their attorneys carefully document injuries, calculate damages, and navigate complex insurance claims, often involving homeowners, renters, animal-specific, or automobile policies. The legal team considers all aspects of liability, including dog-sitting scenarios where temporary caretakers may share responsibility. Representing victims of the 4.7 million annual dog bites nationwide, Russell & Lazarus pursues compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress while providing comprehensive guidance through California’s strict liability framework.
Zobel Personal Injury Law, led by Attorney Wade Zobel, assists dog bite victims from their Longmont, Colorado office, leveraging over 20 years of experience in personal injury cases. Their dedicated legal team handles cases involving severe injuries from animal attacks, including puncture wounds, lacerations, broken bones, scarring, infections, and emotional trauma. The attorneys help clients navigate Colorado’s strict liability dog bite statute, which holds owners responsible for serious injuries regardless of the animal’s history or the owner’s knowledge of its aggressive tendencies. The firm thoroughly investigates dog bite incidents, gathering critical evidence such as animal control reports, medical records, and witness statements to build compelling cases. They pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress through negotiations with insurance companies or court proceedings when necessary. With a client-centric approach combining experience, compassion, and local knowledge, Zobel Personal Injury Law offers free consultations at 720-434-6674, operating on a contingency fee basis with no upfront costs for dog bite victims seeking justice and fair compensation.
Joseph A. Satterley practices from Satterley & Kelley, PLLC at 8700 Westport Road Suite 202, Louisville, KY 40242, representing dog bite victims throughout Kentucky. The experienced attorneys leverage Kentucky’s strict liability laws, which hold pet owners responsible for injuries their animals cause regardless of prior knowledge of aggressive behavior. Their legal team thoroughly investigates attack incidents, gathering crucial evidence and documentation to build compelling cases for victims suffering from puncture wounds, scarring, nerve damage, and psychological trauma. They pursue comprehensive compensation covering medical expenses, future cosmetic surgery, lost wages, and pain and suffering, with particular attention to child victims who may face long-term physical and emotional consequences from dog attacks. The firm understands that dog bite claims often involve friends or relatives, emphasizing that homeowners insurance typically covers damages rather than personal assets. Working on a contingency fee basis, Satterley & Kelley provides free initial consultations and charges no fees unless they successfully recover compensation. For assistance with your dog bite case, call 855-385-9532.
The Pendas Law Firm serves Jacksonville dog bite victims from their office at 10151 Deerwood Park Blvd, Building 200, Suite 250, Jacksonville, FL 32256. Their experienced attorneys handle animal attack cases under Florida’s strict liability laws, helping victims recover compensation for medical bills, future treatment costs, lost income, pain and suffering, and emotional trauma. The firm’s lawyers address serious injuries resulting from dog attacks, including those caused by pit bulls, which account for 59 percent of all dog attack fatalities according to dogsbite.org. They explain Florida’s pure comparative negligence statute, which reduces compensation proportionally if the victim partially contributed to the incident. The attorneys investigate homeowners insurance coverage options and pursue claims against both dog owners and property owners when applicable, maximizing the likelihood of full compensation. With additional offices throughout Florida, The Pendas Law Firm offers free consultations and has earned numerous positive client testimonials praising their professionalism, compassion, and results. For assistance with a dog bite claim, call 1-844-200-0000.
SoCal Injury Lawyers, led by attorney Hussein Chahine, operates from 714 West Olympic Boulevard in Los Angeles. Their dog bite practice leverages California’s strict liability statute, which holds owners responsible regardless of prior knowledge of their dog’s dangerous propensities. The firm handles severe dog attack cases involving puncture wounds, torn tissue, facial disfigurement, nerve damage, emotional trauma, infections, and rabies exposure. They pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, emotional distress, scarring, and ongoing treatment costs. The attorneys investigate whether landlords failed to protect others from tenants’ dangerous dogs, potentially creating additional liability. For particularly reckless dog owners, the firm may pursue punitive damages beyond standard compensation. SoCal Injury Lawyers offers personalized attention with attorneys fluent in Arabic and Spanish, focusing on representing underserved communities. They handle all dog bite claims on contingency and provide free consultations at 800-950-7755. The firm serves clients throughout Southern California, including Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Burbank, and Bell Gardens.
Shelly Leeke Law Firm’s Mt. Pleasant dog bite lawyers operate from 222 W. Coleman Blvd., Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464, with their phone number (843) 277-6064 connecting victims to experienced personal injury attorneys. The firm emphasizes how dog bite incidents can be terrifying and financially burdensome, with injuries ranging from abrasions and skin tears to crushed limbs requiring amputation, infections, and long-lasting psychological trauma. Their attorneys explain that South Carolina follows strict liability laws that hold owners responsible for injuries their dogs inflict, with few exceptions for provocation. They highlight that comprehensive claims can recover compensation for medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, lost wages, permanent disability, pain and suffering, travel expenses for treatment, household assistance, and mental anguish. The firm’s extensive litigation experience has yielded proven case results through aggressive representation that holds dog owners accountable. For over a decade, they’ve provided injury victims with support and guidance, urging clients to act quickly as the three-year statute of limitations requires prompt legal action following dog attacks.
Clements & Clements, based at 731 N. Paulus Avenue, Dallas, TX 75214, offers free consultations at (800) 750-1126 for dog bite victims throughout North Texas. Founded by experienced personal injury attorneys, the firm emphasizes that dog owners assume legal responsibility for their pets’ behavior, making them liable when animals cause injuries due to inadequate training or monitoring. Their lawyers acknowledge recent public pressure for stricter dog bite laws following numerous reports of serious attacks, particularly involving children. The firm investigates all aspects of dog bite cases, working with animal control authorities and collecting evidence to establish owner negligence. They pursue maximum compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost wages, and long-term care resulting from lacerations, scarring, puncture wounds, limb loss, and wrongful death. The attorneys note that certain breeds – Pit Bulls, Chows, Rottweilers, Dobermans, Huskies, and German Shepherds – are commonly associated with aggression, though they recognize any dog can attack unpredictably. Their comprehensive approach identifies every responsible party, including homeowners insurance providers.
Lowe Law Group, operating from 21733 Provincial Blvd Suite 910, Katy, TX 77450, provides dedicated legal representation for dog bite victims in Ogden, Utah. Led by Peter Lowe and his team of experienced personal injury attorneys, the firm handles cases involving all types of injuries from minor puncture wounds to severe scarring, nerve damage, and psychological trauma. Their attorneys leverage Utah’s strict liability laws established under U.C.A. 1953 Section 18-1-1, which holds dog owners responsible for injuries caused by their pets regardless of prior knowledge of aggression. Lowe Law Group thoroughly investigates each case, gathering evidence to establish liability and document the full extent of damages. They help clients pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, permanent scarring, veterinary bills if other pets were attacked, pain and suffering, and trauma-related damage. The firm also defends cases where provocation might be a factor, navigating Utah’s modified comparative negligence rules. Available 24/7 through their website contact form, they offer free consultations and work on a contingency fee basis, ensuring clients pay nothing unless they recover compensation.
John M. Howe leads the Law Office of John M. Howe from 500 Australian Avenue Suite 500, West Palm Beach, FL 33401, providing dedicated representation for dog bite victims throughout Florida. With considerable experience handling dog bite cases, Attorney Howe understands that attacks often result in serious injuries including lacerations, infections, scarring, and emotional trauma, particularly for children who may develop lasting fears. The firm investigates incident circumstances thoroughly, working with medical experts to accurately value claims, especially in cases requiring plastic surgeries or skin grafts. Their legal team analyzes both insurance coverage and dog owner assets to ensure clients receive maximum compensation. The Law Office of John M. Howe emphasizes that Florida’s dog bite law holds owners strictly liable for injuries caused by their pets, with limited exceptions for trespassing, veterinary treatment, or provocation. Whether representing children who have become fearful after an attack or adults suffering physical and emotional consequences, the firm provides personal attention to each case. For free consultations, dog bite victims can call (561) 296-7772 or toll-free at (866) 930-2938.
The Law Offices of Vincent J. Ciecka, with locations at 5709 Westfield Ave, Pennsauken Township, NJ 08110 and 1515 Market St Suite 1200-B, Philadelphia, PA 19102, provides specialized representation for dog bite victims in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. With over 45 years of experience and more than 10,000 clients served, their attorneys—including Vincent Ciecka, a Certified Civil Trial Attorney—focus on serious cases involving significant physical harm, permanent disfigurement, and substantial financial losses. Available at 856-665-5709, they offer free consultations and work exclusively on contingency, securing impressive results including $500,000 for a child with facial scarring and $350,000 for an arm injury from a neighbor’s dog. Their legal team navigates the distinct liability standards in both states: New Jersey’s strict liability approach and Pennsylvania’s combination of statutory provisions and negligence principles. The firm’s staff includes former insurance adjustors who provide strategic insight into defense tactics, helping to secure comprehensive compensation for medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, lost income, and pain and suffering through skilled negotiation or litigation when necessary.
