Dog Bites

If you are bitten by a dog in Mesa, Arizona and aren’t sure of your legal rights, rest assured you are not alone. According to a study published by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), an estimated 4.7 million dog bite incidents occurred in the United States in 1996, the year in which such data was most recently collected. Thousands of people sought medical treatment following an attack by one or more dogs that year. More recently, we’ve all seen frightening reports of extreme disfigurement or death suffered by victims of the grimmest dog attacks on the news, especially when breeds such as pit bulls were involved.

Men and women of all ages and, with alarming frequency, young children have been bitten by dogs. Not all of the dogs were strangers to the victims – some were well-known and trusted before they suddenly attacked. Complex issues can arise for which you require legal advice, especially if the dog involved in the biting incident belongs to a neighbor, friend, or relative. Attorney John C. Giles is prepared to assist victims of dog bites in Mesa by discussing their rights and collecting on all their damages, which can include:

• Ambulance and emergency room fees
• Loss of earnings, present and future
• Post-traumatic stress counseling fees
• Lingering pain and anxiety

A dog bite can result in infection, lingering pain, scarring, and psychological trauma, especially in children. These complications may not be immediately apparent right after the attack, but could develop even after a significant amount of time has passed. Be wary of insurance companies that try to settle immediately following the incident.

The law office of John C. Giles of Mesa will negotiate with the insurance company to make sure any settlement covers all the damages resulting from an attack by a dog.  Call our office for a free consultation at 866-267-7132.