Dog Bite Questions
Serving West Virginia and Ohio, including Parkersburg, Charleston, Morgantown, Huntington, Wheeling, Belpre, and Athens
What is strict liability?
It means that the dog owner is held responsible for injuries inflicted by the dog, even if that dog had never previously bitten anyone. In the past, many states had a "one free bite" rule, where the owner was not held responsible for the dog's first attack, but was held responsible for any thereafter. As more dog bites have been happening over the years, more states have moved to strict liability.
What if my dog bites a trespasser? Am I liable?
That would be determined in each individual case.
Should I hire an attorney for my child who was bitten by my neighbor's dog?
When the dog owner is a friend or a neighbor, it is understandable that you would want to resolve the situation amicably in order to preserve your friendship. However, it is always a good idea to consult an experienced attorney if your child has been the victim of a dog bite accident, even if the dog owner is a friend or neighbor.
A dog bite attorney can provide you with sound legal guidance to ensure you take the proper steps following your child's injury. These steps include:
- Determining if the dog has rabies
- Seeking the proper medical attention
- Discovering if the dog has a history of violence
Most importantly, hiring a dog bite attorney will help ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve.
What can Jan Dils & Jim Leach, Attorneys at Law do to help me with my dog bite claim?
The West Virginia and Ohio dog bite lawyers at Jan Dils & Jim Leach, Attorneys at Law have handled many dog bite claims, and we have the skills to provide you with aggressive representation that will hold the negligent dog owner accountable for your damages. We will investigate the events of your accident and interview witnesses to prove negligence in court. Our lawyers will fight tirelessly to protect your rights.
Please contact our West Virginia and Ohio dog bite lawyers today to schedule your free initial consultation. We represent dog bite victims throughout West Virginia and Southern Ohio including the communities of Belpre, Parkersburg, Wheeling, Athens, Morgantown, Charleston, and Huntington.
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