Santa Clarita Dog Bite Attorney

Dog Bite and Animal Attack Claims in the Santa Clarita Valley

Being bitten by a dog or attacked by an animal of any kind can be extremely frightening, and it may also cause serious injury or even death in some cases. At the R. Rex Parris Law Firm, our personal injury attorneys help clients throughout Valencia and the rest of the Santa Clarita Valley who have suffered dog bite or animal attack injuries. With our understanding of California's dog bite laws and our dedication to helping our clients, we can help you reach a positive case outcome. Your initial consultation with a dog bite attorney at our firm is free.

Unfortunately, many dog bite victims are children. They may approach a dog without knowing that it is dangerous, and they also make good targets for attacks because of their small stature. Whether you or your child has been attacked and injured by a dog, it is important that you understand your rights and options in moving forward with a claim or lawsuit against the dog's owner. By contacting a Santa Clarita personal injury lawyer at our law firm, you can learn more about your particular case.

Strict Liability and Dog Bite Claims in Valencia

In California, dog owners are held strictly liable if their dog attacks another person. This means that although the dog may have never attacked or shown aggressive behavior in the past, or even if the dog owner had no idea that the dog may be aggressive, that owner would still be held liable (legally responsible) for an attack. The only exception may be if the victim was trespassing on the dog owner's property or was committing a crime, or if the dog was reasonably provoked.

Contact a Santa Clarita dog bite lawyer at the R. Rex Parris Law Firm today, and you can learn more about whether you have a case.