Glendale AZ Dog Bite Lawyers
Attorney Representation in Phoenix, Arizona Since 1996
Glendale, Arizona Dog Bite
The people of Arizona love dogs. There are numerous off-leash dog parks where dogs can run free, and it is home of the NHL Coyotes. Yet a dog attack can sour any resident's love for canines. An experienced Glendale AZ dog bite attorney can help victims seek compensation for dog bite injuries, which are often serious, painful and costly to treat.
According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), dogs bite more than four and a half million people each year, and around 800,000 require medical attention. Children under the age of 12 are the most likely victims, and senior citizens over 70 are second most likely.
Dog owners as well as others can lessen the chances of a dog bite. Dog owners should invest in training, keep the dog leashed when and where appropriate and make sure their home and yard are secure. Neutering male dogs may help. Intact male dogs are involved in more than 70 percent of dog bites according to the AVMA. Unfortunately, not all dog owners act responsibly to prevent dog bites in Glendale.
Everyone can take some basic precautions around dogs when encountering them. Stay calm around a dog, do not approach a dog you do not know and do not allow children to play with a dog unsupervised, even if you know the dog well.
Even with the most conscientious owner and cautious behavior, dogs sometimes bite unexpectedly. If a dog is scared or hurt, it may act out of character. If there are other dogs around, it may act differently than when alone. Sometimes, there is no way to know what may set a dog off. This does not make a serious dog bite easier to endure, nor does it make the owner any less liable.
For any dog attack, the dog's owner is responsible. Arizona is a strict liability state, which means a dog owner is liable for injuries even if it was the first incident of aggression from that dog. A dog's owner may never have seen his or her dog bite or even growl before, but if the dog injures someone, Arizona law favors the victim. Homeowner's or renter's insurance usually compensate victims provided the owner had coverage.
If you have been the victim of a dog bite in Glendale AZ, you will probably have many questions about what to do next. Call us for a free consultation. The husband and wife team at Breyer Law Offices, P.C. will answer your questions and assess the particulars of your case to determine whether you have a claim. We have a winning record in Arizona dog attack cases. Call us at 602-267-1280, 623-930-8064, 480-753-4534, 520-624-4228 or en Español 602-222-8787.
