Yuba City Dog Bite Attorneys
If you’ve been bitten or injured by a dog, the Yuba City dog bite attorneys at Eason & Tambornini are ready to help put the incident behind you. Our team has helped countless clients recover maximum, fair settlements to cover medical expenses, pain and suffering, and lost wages due to dog bites, and we can help you, too.
For over thirty years, our legal team have aggressively pursued settlements for our clients and secured everything they deserve. The trauma of a dog attack or bite is no joke; it can be a terrifying experience with lasting emotional consequences. We appreciate this fact and take every dog bite claim seriously.
Our clients have reported the unexpected nature of dog bites as the most shocking part. We have represented people who were enjoying public parks or walking paths one minute, and the next, they are fighting off a vicious animal that is often trying to attack their dog as well. Every city and county has varying leash laws that apply to public areas, including residential areas, parks, and recreational spots along rivers and lakes. Our lawyers are familiar with the laws governing dog bites in Yuba City, and we will fight for your rights.
We are proud members of the YUBA-SUTTER Chamber of Commerce and have been members in good standing of the California State Bar for over thirty years.
Call Eason & Tambornini’s lawyers serving Yuba City at (916) 438-1819 to schedule a free, no-risk consultation. If we take your case, you pay nothing until you win. If you don’t win, you pay nothing.
Why Dog’s Attack
A dog’s demeanor and behavior can change unexpectedly. A dog bite is frightening whether an off-leash dog becomes aggressive, corners you in a park or yard, or you are taken by surprise and bitten by a leashed dog. Some common reasons dogs attack include fear or surprise, pain or sickness, and excitement. Some dogs, for example, think they are playing, but if they break the skin, it should be treated like a bite and taken seriously.
Common Reasons Dogs Attack
- Feeling scared or threatened
- Feeling protective of themselves, their pups, their owners, or their food
- Past abuse (which makes them easily threatened and fearful)
Whatever the reason, if you’ve been bitten, you may be entitled to a significant settlement that covers your medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Our Yuba City dog bite attorneys can sort out the facts and help with a speedy and fair resolution.
The Economic Impact of Dog Bites Our Yuba City Dog Bite Attorneys See
The good news is there are no upfront legal fees when you partner with us. Our Yuba City dog bite attorneys work on a contingency basis, which means that if we work together, you pay no fees until you win. Additionally, we offer a free, no-risk consultation so that one of our Yuba City dog bite attorneys can learn the facts of your case.
No Upfront Fees to Hire a Yuba City Dog Bite Attorney
Our legal team know from experience how fast the expenses associated with dog bites can add up. Here are just a few of the possible costs:
- Emergency medical treatment, if necessary
- Ongoing or follow-up medical expenses
- Cosmetic surgery/reconstruction
- Loss of income
- Inability to work at the same job you previously held
Our dog bite attorneys charge no upfront fees. You will only pay a fee if and when you win.
Non-Economic Damages of a Dog Bite
The non-economic damages that a dog bite can bring vary. From physical pain to long-term scarring, victims of dog bites sometimes suffer from mental health issues associated with a fear of dogs or other animal attacks that may affect someone’s quality of life. Securing a lawyer is essential to determining what you have a legal right to concerning non-economic damages.
Statutory (State-to-State) Strict Liability
Regardless of the dog’s history of aggressive behavior, the dog owner must pay damages for the victim’s injury. And while a dog owner may have never witnessed aggressive behavior before, he is nevertheless responsible. A competent, experienced lawyer will be well-versed in the laws specific to the area.
Punitive Damages
Victims may receive punitive damages for grossly negligent or intentional harm. For example, suppose the dog’s owner knew it had a history of violent or aggressive behavior but did nothing to prevent it from interacting with you. In that case, the owner may be ordered to pay punitive damages in addition to the other (compensatory) damages. Your legal team can advocate for punitive damages if the evidence shows you deserve them.
What do I do if a dog attacks me and I don’t know who or where the owner is?
If you do not need emergency treatment and cannot locate the owner, please call the police right away. Take pictures of the dog and where the bite occurred, if possible. You should do this whether the owner is present, even if they do not want you to. If the owner is uncooperative or aggressive, leave the situation and contact one of our skilled lawyers as soon as possible for a free consultation.
How do I know if I need to go to the hospital or doctor if a dog bites me?
Dog bites are classified by severity level on a scale of 1 – 6. If you believe your wound is severe enough, go to the hospital or see a doctor immediately. Also, take pictures before and after treatment. Your attorney will want to include these in the evidence collection.
Contact a Yuba City Dog Bite Attorney
If you have been bitten or attacked by a dog and have physical injuries, you may need to contact a dog bite attorney. Our Yuba City dog bite lawyers are experienced in these types of claims and can swiftly move your claim through the process to secure a fair and just settlement. You can call today to schedule your free consultation at 916-438-1819.
Legal Resources in Yuba City, California
Sutter County Superior Courthouse
1175 Civic Center Blvd
Yuba City, CA 95993
Main: (530) 822-3300
Civil: (530) 822-3304
Criminal: (530) 822-3306
Parking: Parking is available in front of the courthouse, which faces Civic Center Blvd. The entrance to the parking lot is located on Veterans Memorial Circle. Handicap parking places are also available in this area, clearly marked, and may be used with a Department of Motor Vehicles Handicap Permit displayed.
Civil case information: https://www.sutter.courts.ca.gov/divisions/civil
Criminal case information: https://www.sutter.courts.ca.gov/divisions/criminal
Contact a Yuba City Dog Bite Attorney
If you have been bitten or attacked by a dog and have physical injuries, you may need to contact a dog bite attorney. Our Yuba City personal injury lawyers are experienced in these types of claims and can swiftly move your claim through the process to secure a fair and just settlement. You can call today to schedule your free consultation at (916) 438-1819.
