Dog Bite Injury Lawyer

Child Bit By Dog

Dog bites happen to everyone, but the most common victims of dog attacks are children. What’s more shocking is where these attacks are happening: at home or the home of another family member. That’s why it’s important to teach young children, including toddlers, how to act around pets, especially those they are unfamiliar with.

● Approach a dog from behind
● Touch, or even go near a dog’s food bowl
● Pull on any part of a dog’s body
● Stare at a dog
● Put your face near a dogs mouth (no kisses)

Even when around dogs familiar to them, a person (adult or child) should always put their hand out first so the dog can sniff them.

It’s also important to educate children on what to do if they meet a mean dog. Here are some tips on what to do if you encounter a growling or barking dog:

● Remain calm
● Do not scream
● Avoid making eye contact with the dog
● Stay still until the dog leaves, or back away slowly until the dog is out of sight
● Do not run under any circumstances
● If you fall, curl into a ball with your hands covering your head and neck

The Number of Dogs

In the United States alone, more than 54 million households claimed they owned at least one dog. In total, studies estimate there are nearly 80 million owned dogs in the country. While many of these dogs may seem harmless, animal experts warn dogs can be territorial, protective and sometimes vicious.

At The Barnes Firm, our California dog bite attorneys understand how deeply traumatizing a dog bite can be. We work tirelessly to get you and your family the most compensation possible after an injury or death.

If you or your loved one have been bitten, contact us or call our Los Angeles dog bite attorneys to discuss your legal options for FREE.

Why Do Dog Bites Happen?

Approximately 500,000 people are bitten by dogs in the United States every year. Thousands of these bites require medical attention. Although it may be difficult to determine why a dog bites, veterinarians suggest a variety of factors could lead to maiming or death.

Possessiveness is the most common reason, as dogs may try to protect a toy, food, territory, or even another dog or human from unfamiliar people. They may also bite due to fear.

Of course, none of these reasons justify a dog bite.

If you were bitten on another person’s property, then that individual may be liable for your injuries. The California dog bite attorneys at The Barnes Firm will ensure that your family is fairly compensated.