Being bitten by a dog can temporarily or permanently change your physical appearance and ability. It can also leave long-lasting psychological scars. If you or someone you love was bitten, our Covington personal injury lawyer will help you pursue compensation from the dog’s owner. We will help you recover your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other expenses and losses.
At Kaine Law, we know recovering from the physical and psychological trauma of a dog bite takes time. Leave the details of your case to us. We will investigate the cause of your accident and the dog’s animal control history. While you focus on getting better, our personal injury team goes to work building the strongest possible case for you. We start with a free case evaluation and fight by your side for a favorable settlement.
What You Need to Know About Georgia’s Dog Bite Laws
If you were bitten by a dog, you might think the owner is automatically responsible for your resulting expenses. In actuality, the dog’s owner might only be responsible if its owner knew the dog had previously bitten someone else, per O.C.G.A. § 51-2-7.
On your own, it can be hard to prove the dog’s bite history. This is where our Covington personal injury lawyer comes in. We will obtain the dog’s animal control records and their vet records. To bolster your case, we also obtain:
- Your medical records that prove the cause and extent of your injuries
- Photos of your injuries that prove their impact on your appearance
- Witness statements from varying and objective points of view
- Medical, animal, and other subject matter expert testimonials
The evidence we collect for you can also determine whether the dog was on-leash as required by law or out of its owner’s control.
You Have a Limited Time to File Your Lawsuit After a Dog Bite
The sooner our investigation into your case starts, the better. Georgia law generally gives you up to two years to file your personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit, per O.C.G.A § 9-3-33. If your lawsuit is not filed on time:
- You could be barred from filing it at all.
- It will be dismissed without being heard.
- You will have no further legal recourse.
The age of the injured party and other factors of your case can change the filing deadline. With sufficient notice from you, we work hard to avoid these costly outcomes. Early involvement also means we can speak to witnesses while their memories are fresh.
Commonly Reported Dog Bite Injuries
A dog bite can cause more than a fear of dogs. It can leave you with serious injuries that require costly and extensive treatment. Common dog bite injuries include:
- Broken bones
- Disfiguring scars
- Eye injuries
- Facial injuries
- Finger loss
- Infections
- Nerve damage
- Puncture wounds
When serious enough or left untreated, a dog bite can even be fatal. Being bitten by a dog whose medical history you do not know could expose you to rabies which must receive immediate treatment.
Financial Compensation You Can Recover After A Dog Bite
If the bite left you or a loved one with disfiguring injuries, it could leave you with short and long-term medical costs. Your medical expenses can also include emergency room fees, hospital admissions, treatment-related travel expenses, medications, and assistive devices.
In addition to the costs of your treatment, your recoverable damages can include:
- Lost income
- Reduced earning capacity
- Physical impairment
- Disfiguring injuries
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
If a loved one sustained a fatal dog bite, your family could be eligible for wrongful death damages, including the costs of your loved one’s funeral and burial. Our law firm will explain which family members can benefit from a wrongful death action in Georgia.
For a free legal consultation with a dog bite lawyer serving Covington, call 404-214-2001
Our Dog Bite Lawyer Handles Every Detail of Your Covington, GA, Case
When we represent you, we start by listening to you with compassion and kindness. Once we understand the cause of your accident, we take care of all the details of your case. Our legal team can:
- Assess the financial value of your case
- Conduct a comprehensive investigation
- Obtain the dog’s vet and bite records
- Handle all case-related communication
- Address your questions and concerns
- Read and review your medical records
- Complete and submit the required paperwork
Our dog bite lawyer serving Covington will provide you with ongoing updates as your case progresses and throughout the negotiation process. We weigh the pros and cons of each offer you receive and help you make a well-informed settlement decision. If an acceptable settlement is not forthcoming, we will take your case to court for resolution.
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- D.C.: “He has fought for me on more than one occasion. He REALLY CARES about his clients. He REALLY produces realistic results. He is REALLY FAIR and HONEST.”
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Find additional client reviews on our testimonials page and see why you can trust our law firm to fight for your rights and the financial recovery you need and deserve.
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Get a Free Consultation for Your Covington Dog Bite Case
Building a dog bite case can be daunting. You do not have to fight for compensation on your own. Our Covington dog bite lawyer will build your case and work hard to achieve a fair and appropriate settlement.
Get started on the road to financial recovery today. Contact our case review team at Kaine Law to learn more about how hard our law firm goes to bat for you.
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