Dog Bites
Dog Bite Cases
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If you have been injured in a dog bite then contact us immediately!
If you have been injured in a dog bite then contact our dog bite attorneys today
Our San Diego Dog Bite Attorneys are experienced in getting full and fair compensation for the harms that our clients suffer. We are nationally recognized and award winning attorneys who fight for those who have been injured.
Dog Bites
Attacks and bites from dogs can cause significant injury or death
We represent those who have been injured in dog bites and dog attacks. Statistically, the most top 10 breeds responsible for bites/attacks are as follows:
- Pitbull
- Rottweiler
- German Shepherd
- Bullmastiff
- Wolf Hybrid
- Husky
- Akita
- Boxer
- Chow
- Labrador
Damages for your Injuries
You are entitled to damages for the injuries you have suffered
In a dog bite case, you may be entitled to recover damages for the following:
- Past and future medical bills
- Past and future lost wages
- Future lost earning capacity
- Past and future pain and suffering
- Future scar revision surgery
- And more....
Types of Injuries
The extent of injuries in a dog bite can be severe
Most people think dog bite injuries are limited to bites. However, sometimes a dog bite attack can lead many other types of injuries. We represent victims who have suffered serious injuries, including but not limited to:
- Permanent Scars
- Stitches
- Bruising
- PTSD
- Orthopedic Injuries
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain
- Shoulder Injuries
- Wrist Injuries
- Knee Injuries
- Hip Injuries
- Nerve Injuries
- Permanent disability or death
- And more....
Liability in Dog Bite Cases
Homeowner's Insurance and Renter's Insurance usually covers for dog bites
If you or someone you know has been injured in a dog bite attack, it is important to find a San Diego dog bite attorney who is experienced in dog bite cases because the rules for dog bite cases can become complicated. Our attorneys are experienced and knowledgeable when in comes to the special rules for dog bite cases. In general, the owner of a dog is strictly liable if that dog bites someone. However, there are multiple ways to win a liability dispute in a dog bite case against an owner, keeper or even just the sitter of a dog:
- Strict Liability Cause of Action
- General Negligence
- Animals with Prior Hisotry of Viciousness
- Leash Laws
- And many more....
Why Hire an Attorney?
With our attorney's experience as in-house counsel for a major insurance company, we know what it takes to get our clients full and fair compensation. Look at our results to see the offers our clients were getting by themselves or with there prior attorneys to see why you should hire us. In one example case, our client on her own was being offered $4,500. We took over and settled the case for $100,000. Whether it be us or another firm, you need an attorney to get full compensation and full justice
We don't get paid unless we win!
By hiring the Mason Firm, it costs you nothing up front. We only get paid if we win for you. That's how confident we are in our ability to get you full justice.
Some Recent
Dog Bite Statistics
4.7 million
dog bites occur each year in the United States. (CDC 2019)
800,000
dog bites resulting in medical care occur each year in the United States. (CDC 2019)
69
1 our of every 69 people get bitten by a dog every year in the United States (CDC 2019).
675 Million
675 Million dollars in homeowners insurance claims paid out related to dog bites in 2018 (CDC 2019).
Our Most Recent Results
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San Diego, CA
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