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Dog attacks can leave victims with painful injuries, permanent scars, and emotional trauma. Beyond the physical harm, victims often face expensive medical bills, lost wages, and lasting psychological effects.
If you or a loved one has suffered a dog bite in Mesa, Arizona, you may be entitled to compensation. As an experienced Dog Bite Lawyer serving Mesa, I fight to protect victims’ rights and hold negligent dog owners accountable.
Dog bite injuries are often serious and require long-term medical care. Common injuries include:
This is far from an exclusive list of injuries. Our dog bite lawyer will evaluate the severity of the injuries when preparing your legal claim.
After a dog bite, one of the first questions victims ask is: “Who is responsible for paying my medical bills and damages?”
The answer depends on state laws, the dog owner’s circumstances, and the insurance policies involved. Here’s a breakdown of who may be financially responsible in a dog bite claim.
Dog attacks can be frightening, painful, and overwhelming. In the aftermath, it’s important to take the right steps to protect your health, preserve evidence, and safeguard your legal rights.
Here’s what to do if you or a loved one has been bitten or attacked by a dog:
If you’ve been bitten or attacked by a dog, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. However, your right to file a claim is limited by something called the statute of limitations — a legal deadline for taking action.
The statute of limitations sets a strict time frame within which you must file a lawsuit. If you miss this deadline, you could lose your right to recover damages — no matter how strong your case is.
The one-bite rule means that a dog owner may not automatically be held liable the first time their dog bites someone — unless they knew (or should have known) the dog was dangerous.
If the dog has bitten before, shown aggression, or been declared dangerous, the owner can be held responsible for future attacks.
If the bite is the dog’s very first act of aggression, the victim may need to prove the owner was negligent (such as failing to use a leash or allowing the dog to roam freely).
