RENO DOG BITE LAWYER
Reno Nevada Dog Bite Attorney
Nearly 4.7 million people are bitten by dogs each year and 50% of dog bite fatalities are children under 10 years old. These dog bites range from minor injuries to serious dog maulings, resulting in bodily injury and even death. In the United States alone, approximately 100 children are bitten by dogs every day and approximately 92 of these children will need medical attention. While dog bite fatalities are rare, statistically 15 to 20 people are killed in vicious fatal dog attacks every year. One third of all injury claims against homeowner liability policies are related to dog bites and dog attacks.
Dog bites and animal attacks are unpredictable, and all too often result in serious personal injuries, emotional trauma, and even death in the case of a fatal attack. While pit bull attacks seemingly receive the most attention, any dog can obviously bite and, under certain circumstances, any dog or animal can become a dangerous animal. Many states, including Nevada, have specific dog bite laws that provide protection for dog bite victims. Though a dog bite, pit bull attack or other animal attack case may seem relatively simple, the issues in an injury or death are complex and often involve questions of legal liability and insurance coverage.
We handle dog bites, pit bull attacks and animal attack cases throughout the State of Nevada, Damages in such a case can include:
- Medical bills
- Future medical expenses
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional damages
- Lost wages
- Plastic surgery
- Psychological counseling
- Scars and disfigurement
