Marietta Dog Bite Lawyer

Why Choose Our Marietta Dog Bite Attorneys?

Exceptional results and five star client care for dog bite victims.

Dog bites are among the most traumatic injuries and are tragically quite common. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), Georgia ranks among the top ten states for reporting dog bites in 2020. Our award-winning personal injury lawyers can help prove liability and find sources of insurance.

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The Champion Firm Difference

Every client is our most important client. Going through an animal attack can be a traumatic event. Our entire team is here to help you feel comfortable. You receive regular updates on your case’s progress, and we are always happy to answer your questions or address your concerns.

We take care of all the details. The Champion Firm connects you with medical care, gathers proof of injury and damages, files your insurance claim (for both bodily injury and property damage), and fights for maximum compensation from all liable parties. You take care of your health and your loved ones – we do the rest.

We get results for our clients. Since our Firm started in 2014, The Champion Firm has recovered more than $100 Million in damages for our clients. We are committed to getting justice for victims of someone else’s negligence who were hurt through no fault of their own.

We always prepare for trial. Most dog bite cases are resolved with an insurance settlement. However, we can take your case to trial if the other side will not negotiate in good faith. By always preparing for each case as if it were going to trial, The Champion Firm is ready to litigate if we cannot negotiate.

What to Do After a Dog Bite in Marietta, GA?

Dog bites leave you physically and emotionally injured, and it can be difficult to think clearly – especially if the attack happened to. If you can, take pictures of the scene, your injuries, and even the dog (sometimes we can read the owner’s name or veterinarian information from a photo). Get the names and contact information of anyone who saw the attack – they can be valuable witnesses. Here are other suggested steps if you were bit:

Get Medical Treatment Right Away

The Mayo Clinic advises that dog bite victims get medical treatment immediately. In addition to blood and tissue loss, a dog bite exposes you to numerous diseases, including some that are life-threatening. A doctor can order specific tests to pinpoint the best medicine to treat your symptoms. You may need antibiotics, pain medicine, and frequent bandage changes to keep your wound from becoming infected.

Keep Your Receipts

Hold on to all medical bills and receipts related to the dog bite, including co-pays and deductibles. A dog bite injury lawyer will include them with your claim. You should not have to pay for damages caused by a negligent dog owner. An attorney can also ask the provider if they can wait for payment when you have a pending insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit.

Wait to Speak to an Insurance Adjuster

You might receive a phone call from the dog owner’s insurance company. In our experience, insurance companies like to settle cheaply and quickly. If the insurance adjuster makes an offer, wants a statement, or even asks you questions, politely decline. Wait to speak to the insurance company until you talk to an attorney.

Avoid Social Media

We like social media too, but some things should be kept offline. You don’t want to jeopardize the outcome of your case by posting about the dog bite. You certainly want to avoid posting anything inflammatory or accusatory about your situation.

Get a Free Consultation with The Champion Firm

The sooner you call for a free consultation, the sooner we can begin on your case. It takes time to pull together all the parts for an insurance claim and to prepare for trial. A member of our team can meet with you at our office, your home, the hospital, or by phone or video call. We are here to help!

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Who Is Liable In A Marietta Dog Bite Case?

Dog owners have a responsibility to take reasonable measures to prevent their pets from harming others. Georgia law considers dogs to be innocent; it is dog owners who can be found legally liable.

There are three kinds of law that impose liability on owners:

1) A dog-bite statute: where the dog owner is automatically liable for any injury or property damage the dog causes without provocation.
2) The one-bite rule: where the dog owner is responsible for an injury caused by a dog if the owner knew the dog was likely to cause that type of injury—in this case, the victim must prove the owner knew the dog was dangerous.
3) Negligence laws: where the dog owner is liable if the injury occurred because the dog owner was unreasonably careless (negligent) in controlling the dog.

A dog owner can be held liable for your injuries and damages when they fail to take reasonable measures to keep people from being bitten.

A dog bite lawyer with The Champion Firm gathers evidence of liability, including:

• Photos or videos
• Witness statements
• Police reports
• Previous incidents (mainly if the dog is classified as aggressive or dangerous)

Our dog bite attorneys have a deep understanding of state liability and negligence laws, as well as Georgia’s Responsible Dog Ownership Law.

What are “Reasonable Measures?” in Georgia

Many victims are bitten by dogs whose owners allow them to run loose and unleashed. Failing to keep a dog on a leash, leaving a backyard gate open, and other reckless acts are often enough to establish liability. Dog owners who fail to take these steps can and should be held accountable.

Reasonable measures may include:

• Keeping dogs on a leash or harness.
• Keeping dogs in a fenced yard or kennel.
• Getting dogs vaccinated against rabies and other diseases.
• Registering their dogs per local and state laws.
• Obeying dog ordinances according to their city and county.

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Common Dog Bite Injuries

Each year, more than 800,000 Americans receive medical treatment for dog bites, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

All dogs can bite and cause injury, including the risk of life-threatening diseases and infections. Children are more likely to be bitten than adults, and they are also more likely to suffer an extensive, significant injury.

Common dog bite injuries include:

• Puncture wounds
• Infections and diseases
• Broken bones
• Torn muscles and other soft tissues
• Scarring
• Nerve damage
• Disfigurement
• Eye and vision injuries
• Head and neck injuries

Some dog bites are so severe that the victim needs reconstructive surgery, skin grafts, and even prosthetics. These expensive treatments should be covered by the at-fault party’s insurance and not paid out of your pocket. A dog bite lawyer with The Champion Firm can help recover these damages on your behalf.

Why Work with The Champion Firm?

The Champion Firm is committed to treating you like family and helping you obtain maximum compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, property damage, and any future surgical or rehabilitation needs after a serious Marietta dog bite incident. We do this with compassionate client service and aggressive legal representation.

Help Starts with a Free Consultation

Injured in a Marietta dog attack? The Champion Firm fights for people in the Atlanta Metro Area and across Georgia. Call (404) 596-8044 or fill out our online form to request a callback.

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