Chandler AZ Dog Bite Lawyers
Attorney Representation in Phoenix, Arizona Since 1996
Chandler Dog Bite Injury
Chandler, AZ can be a great place for families, including their dogs. However, dogs and children can be a dangerous mix. Dog bite injuries to children are more common than playground injuries, and the effects can scar a child physically and mentally. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, children ages five to nine are the most likely to experience dog bites. In addition, dogs are likely to bite the face or groin in victims under four years old.
In the case of a child dog bite attack, there are two things you should do immediately. First, wash the wound and see a doctor right away. Dog bites can transmit many diseases including rabies. Then, if the injury is serious, contact an experienced dog bite attorney as soon as possible. Dog bite injuries can be traumatizing, and the medical bills, surgery and time off work are expensive.
Arizona dog laws are clear. Dogs may not run around loose. If a dog is in someone's yard, there must be sufficient fencing to keep the dog confined so that it does not pose a threat to people. Even if an owner thinks that the dog is gentle and allows it to run outside without a fence or leash, dog attacks are judged under the state's "strict liability" rules. This means that even if a dog has not shown aggression in the past, the owner is fully responsible for its behavior.
There is no "one free bite" in Arizona, though homeowners and insurance companies will try to argue that they could not have foreseen an attack because the dog had no history of biting. A Chandler dog bite lawyer with extensive courtroom experience with Arizona dog bite cases will skillfully challenge this faulty defense. Dog ownership comes with responsibilities including food and water for the dog, exercise, veterinary care and accountability for the dog's actions.
Retractable leashes are popular with dog owners because they allow the dog more freedom. Unfortunately, they also allow the dog to roam far enough that the person does not really have control over the animal. In Arizona, dog leash laws state that a dog's leash may not be longer than six feet in order for the dog to stay under the control of the handler. An uncontrolled dog may lead to a dog attack.
If a dog in Chandler, AZ attacked you or your child, call our Chandler personal injury attorneys at Breyer Law Offices, P.C. for a free consultation at 602-267-1280, 623-930-8064, 480-753-4534, 520-624-4228 or en Español 602-222-8787. We will answer all your questions and give you an honest assessment as to whether you have a claim for compensation.
