Beverly Hills Dog Bite Lawyer

Dog bites can leave people emotionally scarred and physically marred for life. And they are more common than most people know—claiming thousands of victims every year. Many are seriously injured and even killed due to dog bite injuries and/or animal attacks. Certain dog breeds in particular are capable of causing serious injury and death. Each year, almost 1 million dog bites requiring medical treatment are reported. 60% of victims are children.

When you have been the victim of a dog attack, write down the contact information of the dog’s owner and any witnesses, seek medical attention and contact a dog bite lawyer in Los Angeles as soon as possible. Talking to an attorney soon after your accident can help ease your concerns about paying medical bills, recovering lost wages and learning how to move on after suffering from a dog bite or mauling. At the law offices of Mann & Elias, we are dog bite lawyers in Los Angeles who are dedicated to the full-recovery of our clients.

Dog owners may be held responsible for any injuries or damages that their pet causes, regardless of whether the incident took place on public or private property. Most dog owners have insurance to cover such things. If a dog owner’s insurance company contacts you, do not discuss the incident or your injuries with them. Instead, get their contact information and the claim number and allow your attorney to speak on your behalf. Well-intentioned actions to work with an insurance company can easily be used against you if you pursue legal action for your injuries. Therefore, it is in your best interest to allow your attorney to handle all communication with an insurance company.

Dog (and animal) bite cases are a sub-specialty of tort law. These cases are more complex and sophisticated in terms of legal analysis and proof than “garden variety” negligence cases. For victims of dog bites, we recommend that you seek an attorney with experience and sub-expertise in these particular types of claims. Partner Scott Mann has extensive experience in this area of the law, having handled, settled and tried numerous dog bite cases. Contact Mr. Mann at mylaw1999@aol.com or 323-857-9500 for a free consultation.