A dog attack can leave you dealing with medical bills, time away from work, and the lasting effects of a frightening experience. You deserve to understand your options and have someone listen to what happened.
Based in Sherman Oaks, Hamassian Law represents people injured by dog bites throughout California. Contact our team for a free case review to discuss your injuries, the circumstances of the attack, and the next steps.
Who Can Be Responsible for a Dog Bite?
California’s dog bite statute, Civil Code section 3342, can hold a dog’s owner responsible when the dog bites someone in a public place or while that person is lawfully on private property. The claim also requires harm caused by the bite. An owner’s careful handling of the dog does not, by itself, rule out liability.
Exceptions and defenses can affect a claim, so the circumstances matter. Our team can review where the attack occurred, who owned the dog, and how you were injured. See California’s civil jury instruction on dog bite liability for the legal framework.
Information That Can Help Your Case
Bring whatever information you have to your case review. You do not need to have every document before calling.
- The date, location, and your account of the attack
- The dog owner’s name and contact details, if known
- Photographs of your injuries and the location
- Witness names and contact information
- Any animal control or other incident report
- Medical records, bills, and records of missed work
Understanding the Impact of Your Injuries
Your case review is a chance to explain how the attack has affected daily life. That includes your treatment, any continuing symptoms or scarring, changes to your work, and the emotional impact of the experience.
Depending on the facts and applicable law, a claim may seek compensation for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and emotional distress. The compensation available depends on the evidence and circumstances of your case.
Talk with a California Dog Bite Attorney
Start with a conversation about what happened and what you need help with. We can review your situation, discuss potential responsibility, and explain the claim process.
Call (818) 465-5360 for a free case review. Hamassian Law advances case costs: $0 upfront, and no win, no fee.