San Luis Obispo Dog Bite Attorneys

Dog bites and dog attacks can cause severe injuries. If you or someone you love has been attacked or bitten by a dog, you need to take action to protect your rights. At James McKiernan Lawyers, our San Luis Obispo dog bite lawyers are here to help you recover the compensation you need to recover from these traumatic events.

Contact us online or call (805) 222-7654 today.

What Is the Legal Dog Bite Rule in California?

Under California law, dog owners are responsible for keeping their dogs under control at all times. If a dog owner fails to do this and their dog bites someone, the victim can file a dog bite lawsuit against the dog owner for damages.

In a dog bite lawsuit, the victim can recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other expenses. The exact amount of compensation will vary from case to case, but the victim will normally be able to recover enough money to cover all of their damages.

Who Is Considered a "Dog Owner" Under California Law?

Under California law, a "dog owner" is anyone who has control over a dog. This includes:

• Individuals who own the dog
• Individuals who care for the dog
• Individuals who are responsible for the dog

In most cases, the "dog owner" will be the dog's owner. However, if the owner gives the dog to someone else to care for, that person will also be considered a "dog owner" under California law.

What Is the Statute of Limitations for a Dog Bite Claim in California?

Under California law, victims have two years to file a personal injury lawsuit. If the victim does not file a lawsuit within this two-year time frame, they will permanently lose their right to do so.

This deadline is known as the "statute of limitations." As a dog bite victim, you should not wait to file a lawsuit. However, if you do, you could still file one later on. It is best to file a lawsuit as soon as you can after the dog bite incident.

Why Hire a Dog Bite Lawyer?

Dog bite cases can be complex and difficult to win. Dog owners will often try to claim that the victim was at fault for the incident. They may also try to claim that the victim was not injured enough to file a lawsuit. If the victim is a child, the dog owner may even claim that the child was not really injured at all.

Because of this, hiring a dog bite lawyer is crucial. Our team can investigate the incident and prove that the dog owner was at fault. We can also prove that the victim was injured and should be compensated for their damages.

What Compensation Can I Recover in a Dog Bite Lawsuit?

In a dog bite lawsuit, the victim can recover compensation for all of their damages. The exact amount of compensation will vary from case to case, but the victim will normally be able to recover enough money to cover all of their damages.

Examples of compensation in a dog bite lawsuit include:

• Medical bills
• Lost wages
• Pain and suffering

Our dog bite attorneys can help you recover compensation for all of these damages and more. We can also help you file a lawsuit against the dog owner's insurance company to recover compensation for your damages. If the dog owner does not have insurance, we can help you sue them directly.

Do not try to handle your dog bite claim on your own. Call (805) 222-7654 to learn more.