When Dogs Attack
According to a recent report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 4.5 million people are injured by dog bites each year. The CDC reports that of the 4.5 million dog attack victims each year, more than 800,000 require medical attention, with more than 30,000 requiring reconstructive surgery.
If you have been the victim of a dog bite, you may have a right to receive financial compensation for your injuries. The owner of the dog may be responsible to pay for your medical bills, pain and suffering and other damages caused by the attack.
You Need Experienced Representation - I Can Help
In Arizona, anyone who has the right to control the dog is automatically liable (strictly liable) if a law suit is filed in the first year after the bite. Between year one and year two, the victim must prove the negligence of the dog's possessor. However, even if the possessor of the dog is clearly liable, there is always a question about the extent of an accident victim's damages. As a personal injury lawyer with more than 34 years of legal experience, I can provide the quality legal representation you need.
I am attorney Stephen Gorey, and I have handled more than 2000 personal injury claims. I have recovered millions of dollars on behalf of accident victims over my many years of practice because I aggressively pursue maximum compensation on behalf of my clients. My reputation as a hard working trial attorney has garnered respect in both the legal and local communities where I practice.
The Key to Success in Dog Bite Cases
Assuming there is liability, the key to success in a dog bite case is proving damages. I am often stunned when I see the way that some personal injury cases are handled. Important messages get missed - jurors are often not compelled to see the brutal affect an accident has on the victim.
From day one, I focus on what it takes to prove damages. This includes hiring medical experts that are necessary to communicate clearly to a jury (if the case goes to trial), or an insurance adjuster or lawyer (in settlement negotiations), the many ways that the accident has changed the shape of my client's life.
If you or your child has been injured as a result of a dog bite and you want the best lawyer for your case, I urge you to contact my law offices today to schedule a free consultation. I represent clients throughout California and Arizona. My law offices are located in Los Angeles, San Diego, Sausalito and Tucson for your convenience.
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