Dog Bite Injury Attorney
No one loves dogs more than the attorneys at Dross Berman LLC. Unfortunately, a dog bite or dog attack can lead to serious injury and, in rare instances, even death. A dog owner may be financially responsible for your injuries if you have been bitten or attacked by a dog. Speaking to a dog bite lawyer or attorney is key to seeing if you have a viable claim. The attorneys at Dross Berman are experienced in providing top-quality legal services to help you recover damages if you are injured by a dog bite, whether it is caused by a negligent owner or a dangerous dog.
Do I need a Dog Bite Injury Attorney if I have been Attacked or Bitten by a Dog?
If you are bitten or attacked by a dog, you should reach out to a qualified dog bite injury attorney for a free consultation. During this consultation, your lawyer will evaluate your case and discuss with you the viability of moving forward with a claim. The experienced team at Dross Berman works with dog bite victims in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington DC. Contact us for a free consultation!
개 공격으로 인한 부상이 흔한가요?
More common than you would think – over 1% of American visit the emergency room each year due to a dog bite attack. In 2019, 48 Americans were killed by a dog, and in 2015, over 850,000 people receive medical treatment as a result of a dog attack. Despite the high number of dog attacks, only 15,000-16,000 people receive compensation. The average compensation for a dog bite is approximately $29,000.00. The value of your dog attack claim is dependent on many factors, all of which your dog bite injury attorney can discuss with you.
누가 개 물린 주장에 대한 지불?
Most people do not realize that a homeowners or renter’s insurance policy will cover a dog bite claim. If you have been bitten, obtaining the dog owner’s insurance policy is an important first step in receiving compensation. Suing for dog bites or filing dog bite lawsuits is one of the best ways to recover payment for injuries or a dog bite claim – to do this successfully, speaking with a dog bite attorney is key!
어떤 상황에서 개 물린 부상에 대한 보상을받을 수 있습니까?
Simply being bitten may not be enough to receive financial compensation. To recover compensation as a result of a dog bite injury, the victim must prove that the dog’s owner was negligent (Learn More About Suing for Dog Bites). There are several ways to prove negligence, and each dog bite presents a unique set of circumstances. Some ways a dog owner may be negligent include:
- 개는 끈없이 공공 장소에서 있습니다.
- 개는 물거나 침략의 역사를 가지고있다.
- 주인은 어린 아이 주위에 자신의 개를 감독하지 못합니다.
- The owner fails to control the dog, who is exhibiting aggressive behavior.
- The landlord knew a dangerous dog was on their premises but failed to evict or remove the owner.
"한 입"규칙이 있는 것이 사실입니까?
A common misconception of dog bite claims is that a dog owner gets “one free bite.” In other words, unless the dog has bitten people before, you will not be able to receive compensation for your injuries. This is not the case. Each state has separate and unique dog bite laws, and it is very important that you retain a dog bite attorney who understands the differences.
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Maryland imposes a “strict liability” policy on dog bites. However, the dog owner will not be responsible for the dog bite if they can prove that they did not know or should have known that their dog was dangerous. The burden of proof is on the dog owner to establish that they did not know their dog was dangerous. Further, if the dog was “at large,” meaning not on a leash, the owner is held strictly liable for the injury.
Some counties in Maryland, such as Prince George’s County, have breed restrictions and do not allow their residents to own a pit bull.
컬럼비아 특별구
컬럼비아 특별구는 피해자가 개 주인이 과실, 개가 크고, 개가 이전에 누군가를 물렸다는 것을 증명하도록 요구합니다.
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컬럼비아 특별구와 마찬가지로 버지니아는 "엄격한 책임"법령을 가지고 있지 않으며 피해자가 개에게 물린 것을 복구하기 위해 과실을 증명하도록 요구합니다. 버지니아 개 소유자는 반려견의 성향을 알고 예측 가능한 피해를 예방해야 합니다.
If a dog owner knows or should know that their dog might cause injury, they have a duty to use ordinary care to prevent injury to others. If an owner fails to perform this duty, then he is negligent.
또한, 반려견의 소유자는 일반적인, 자연적 성향 또는 특성 및 성향이나 특성에 대해 알고 있거나 알고 있어야 하는 이 경우 동물 특유의 성향이나 특성을 주의해야 합니다. 이러한 성향이나 특성이 부상을 입을 가능성이 있는 경우, 소유자는 합리적으로 예측 가능한 부상을 방지하기 위해 일반 관리를 사용할 의무가 있습니다. 소유자가이 의무를 수행하지 못하면, 그는 과실이다.
반려견 주인이 과실임을 어떻게 증명합니까?
Hiring the right attorney to investigate and prove negligence is an essential first step in receiving compensation for a dog bite injury. There are several ways to prove that the dog owner was negligent, including, but not limited to:
- Obtaining the “bite report” or incident report from the police department or local animal control agency.
- 강아지의 주인에게서 강아지의 역사를 알아낸다.
- 과거에 개에 대한 자신의 관찰에 대해 이웃에게 말하기.
- 사건을 서면으로 자세히 설명하고 문서화합니다.
- 수의사를 통해 강아지의 병력을 획득.
- 그들이 존재하는 경우 순종 / 교육 학교 기록을 얻기.
- 부상 의 치료에 관한 의료 보고서.
- 증인 진술을 얻습니다.
개에게 물린 사람들은 일반적으로 어떤 부상을 입습니까?
우리는 개 물린 또는 공격으로 인한 충격적으로 심각한 부상을 보았다. 여기에는 다음이 포함될 수 있습니다.
- 찔린 상처
- 상처와 타박상
- 손가락 의 손실
- 흉터
- 부러진 뼈
- 외상성 뇌 손상
- 감염
개 물린 부상의 피해자는 다음과 같은 보상을받을 권리가있을 수 있습니다 :
- 의료비
- 손실 된 소득
- 고통과 고통
- 손상 또는 흉터
- 정신적
- 흉터 개정에 대한 미래의 치료
Contact One of the Dog Bite Lawyers at Dross Berman Today!
If you or a loved one have been bitten by a dog, please contact the dog bite injury lawyers at Dross Berman LLC for a free consultation.
Dog Bite Reports
If a dog bites you, you should file a bite report with the proper authorities and request a bite report for that dog’s biting history. For information about where to file or obtain a report, you can check out the following links for nearby counties in DC, Maryland, and Virginia:
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Montgomery County Animal Services
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컬럼비아 특별구
Why Choose Dross Berman’s Dog Bite Attorneys?
We believe that you are entitled to the best legal representation possible, and we are committed to providing that to all of our clients! We have decades of experience in dog bite cases, have recovered significant compensation for our clients, and we have the accolades to prove it with a 10.0 Avvo rating, Bethesda Magazine Top Attorney Award, Super Lawyers awards, being listed as a Top Lawyer in the Washingtonian, and a member of The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 list! You can also check out our reviews to see what our satisfied clients have to say!
What Our Clients Say
ANDRE TWYMAN2023-06-10Very informative very helpful very consistent overall great experience.Jessica Mulroy2023-06-09Josh was extremely communicative and proactive in resolving a challenging case during a challenging time (pandemic). I felt that he was truly on my team as my representative and passionate about going to bat for me and delivering a positive result. I highly recommend Josh Berman to represent you in any personal injury case.Goddess ReignDrop2023-06-07Mr. Berman and his team was amazing helping me with my case when I was involved in a rear end accident including me, my child, and significant other, outside my residential state on Christmas Eve. The communication provided from Mr. Berman and his staff, since day one, was not only clear and understandable, but consistent. There was never a time I couldn’t contact Mr. Berman or his team with questions regarding my case and it’s status. The response time almost felt immediately even during non business hours and the COVID pandemic. I felt like Mr. Berman and his team took pride in handling my case and treated me as if this was him/his family since day one. Mr. Berman gave me and my family the upmost respect during the whole process and once again worked on my case all through the COVID PANDEMIC. Thank you so much for all your help with my case. I am so grateful to have been referred to you by Top Dog Law service ( my case was in MD however I was residing in PA at that moment so I called TopDog Law first.) I hope to never have to use this service again as all drivers shall remain safe on the road and I have limited my travel plans during holidays… but if I ever find myself in a situation in MD again … I already know who I’m going to call! Thank you so much Dross Berman LLC !Elevation 22023-05-31Josh Berman was the absolute best! He was truly hope in a time of hopelessness when I had my accident. A friend had suggested him to me after dealing with an incompetent attorney previously who didn't seem to have my best interest. When I explained my case, Josh was an immediate source of relief, knowing the weight of what I was dealing with, I was very grateful for this. He and the team made the process smooth from start to finish to make sure I was compensated, even working out some issues I didn't even know I could work out. They really took care of everything, allowing me to focus on my healing. I would highly recommend Dross Berman LLC and appreciate them working things out for me at a difficult time.Jay Kang2023-05-29I have worked with Dross Berman twice, and I am satisfied with the result of both. Josh was very attentive and fast at responding to emails and phone calls. He went above and beyond my expectations. Definitely recommended.Kwall Powdell2023-05-27Better call Berman. In my experience he is better than Saul Goodman. He took my case and got me the results I was looking for, that no one else would. Called couple of different places and they said they could not do it. Him and his team were very professional.T. Jennings Sr.2023-05-27The services was excellent and I would recommend anybody to go to them they're very professional and for me I really appreciate their work.A Tanveer2023-05-14Joshua Berman is the best injury lawyer in the DMV. I was bit by a dog in August 2022, and I had called about 8 law firms to see if they could accept my case and fight my case; 6 of them refused to fight my case since they didn't think it was strong enough, or I was out of the jurisdiction of their practice. Out of the 2 firms that were willing to fight for me, one was Dross Berman. Joshua fought my case for months with an uncooperative party, and got me the highest settlement possible. He is very knowledgeable, patient and is very confident in his work. I would definitely use his services again and recommend him to anyone I know of his law practices.jin lee2023-04-26Throughout the entire process, David and the team, Kelly and Alex, maintained excellent communication. David assisted me in getting ready for the trial, and this led to a favorable outcome.
