Las Vegas Dog Bite Lawyer

Dog bites can, and most often do, result in personal injury claims in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Reason being is that the aftermath of these attacks can be detrimental. It doesn’t matter if the victim is a 6’5 linebacker or a small, school-aged child —  chances victims of a dog bite attack can endure infection, permanent scarring, disfiguration, and emotional trauma. If you or a loved one have been injured from a dog bite, it is critical that you contact our experienced Las Vegas dog bite lawyer as quickly as possible. We will begin preserving crucial evidence that will support your dog bite claim. The sooner you contact a personal injury attorney, the higher the probability you have at attaining a full financial recovery.

At Brian Boyer Injury & Car Accident Lawyer Las Vegas, our Las Vegas personal injury attorney understands what is required to get top dollar from the insurance companies. Our dog bite lawyer fights for the rights of his clients and their loved ones. Although dog bite cases are among the most difficult to collect on, we thoroughly understand Nevada’s laws and regulations and we have over a decade of experience handling premises liability accidents including, but not limited to: dog bites.

If you’ve been injured from a canine attack, contact our dog bite lawyer at Brian Boyer Injury & Car Accident Lawyer Las Vegas. Call us at any time (702) 800-0988 or submit a request for a free case review online.

Common injuries from an animal attack

• Cuts and lacerations;
• Infections;
• Permanent disfigurement and scarring;
• Emotional trauma;
• Wrongful death.

Nevada Dog Bite Law

Unlike other states who permit a personal injury claim to be filed against a dog who has only bitten one person, Nevada permits a claimant to file against an owner and their insurance if the dog has bitten a person before. In fact, there are three situations in which an owner may be held responsible for paying compensation to an injury victim:

1. The animal is considered dangerous as defined by Nevada law. A dangerous dog must have acted threatening toward people at least two times in an 18-month span while at large or unleashed. If the animal was menaced or tormented by another person, and their actions resulted in a threatening behavior, the dog does not fall into this category.

Although it is not illegal to own a dangerous dog in Las Vegas, animal owners must adhere to state and local laws. For example, an owner will need to obtain a permit, spay/neuter, keep the dog secured on property, advertise clearly-visible signage warning of the dangerous aptitude of the dog, and so on. Those who do not comply with these rules risk receiving a misdemeanor and substantial monetary loss in the event they are sued for their aggressive pet.

2. The canine is classified as “vicious” by law. A dog is considered to be “vicious” in Nevada if it has either, a). acted threatening on a repeated basis, or b). has already caused bodily harm or death to a human being.

When a dog becomes classified as vicious, it is no longer legal for the owner to keep the animal. The canine must be surrendered. Failure to do so can result in a lawsuit in the event the vicious dog attacks another person, as the dog owner would be considered negligent in handling his or her pet.

Quick dog bite statistics

• In a report published by the National Library of Medicine, approximately 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs in the U.S. each year, and of those 4.5 million, roughly 10 percent result in hospitalization.
• The average cost of a hospital stay for a dog bite injury is $18,200, which is said to be 50 percent higher than the average injury-related hospital stay.
• Common diagnoses for dog bite-related hospitalizations include skin and subcutaneous tissue infection; open wounds, and bone fractures.
• The top demographic of dog bite injury victims are children aged 10 or younger.
• The most common injuries caused by a dog bite include skin infections; open wounds; permanent scarring and disfigurement; broken bones.

Recovering damages after a dog bite injury

Those who suffer injuries sustaining from a dog bite may be eligible to recover compensation through a traditional personal injury claim. If you are attacked by a dog, you can recover damages including, but not limited to:

• Medical expenses including ambulance transportation, hospital bills (rabies vaccination, stitches, plastic reconstructive surgery) and ongoing rehabilitative therapy.
• Pain and suffering including emotional trauma.
• Loss of consortium
• Lost wages (current and future)

Why hire a dog bite lawyer for your injury claim?

The State of Nevada does not have a solid dog bite statute which makes it harder for injury victims to collect on these types of cases when compared to other states. Although not impossible to prove, it is in your best interest to contact our Las Vegas dog bite lawyer for a free consultation to determine whether or not you have a viable case.

Failure to contact an attorney, or waiting too long to do so, can result in a lesser settlement than you deserve. By calling Brian Boyer, you can rest assured you’ll have a lawyer in your corner every step of the way.

Steps to take after a dog bite in Las Vegas

If you or a loved one are bitten by a dog in Las Vegas or its surrounding areas, please be sure to follow the following steps:

Obtain the owners name, contact information, and homeowners insurance information if possible: Be sure to get their full name, address, phone number and insurance policy information (if applicable). You should also ask if the dog is current on its shots (especially rabies). Treatment for rabies is painful, expensive, and spread out, so it could require months of treatment in the event the disease is transmitted.

Contact the local authorities: By filing a police report following a dog bite, you will have record of the attack. This report can be incredibly useful when pursuing an injury claim.

Take photos: A picture is worth a thousand words. It is one of the most powerful pieces of evidence you can obtain following your injury. Document your wounds, the dog (if safe to do so), and any bloody or torn clothing you may have.

Get medical help: If your injuries were not severe enough to call 911, you should still go to the nearest hospital to get checked out. Have your wounds cleaned, disinfected, and treated. The last thing you want to deal with is a nasty skin infection from failing to properly treat your wound!

Set up a consultation with an experienced dog bite lawyer: If you or a loved one have been bitten by a dog, the most important thing you can do if you wish to collect damages is to contact an experienced legal professional who can help preserve your rights. A dog bite attorney can help you navigate the complex processes and procedures and get you the compensation you are entitled to.

Call our aggressive Las Vegas dog bite lawyer today

Our experienced dog bite lawyer at Brian Boyer Injury Lawyer has helped clients throughout Las Vegas collect compensation following their dog bite cases. Contact us today by calling (702) 800-0988 or use the chat box on this page to discover whether or not you have a case worth pursuing.

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