Dog bites are on the rise in the United States, with nearly 100 people dying every year from dog attacks.
Even when dog attacks do not result in severe physical injuries, they often leave the attack victim traumatized and suffering from emotional and mental distress. Some may have extreme anxiety around dogs for the rest of their lives.
Dog bites can require expensive medical care and the need for long-term therapies. Additionally, dog bite victims often miss work or are no longer able to perform the same job as before.
In California, a dog owner is strictly liable for the injury caused when their dog bites another person. If another person’s dog has bitten and injured you, we can help you.
Our Bakersfield dog bite lawyers have over 50 years of experience helping personal injury victims recover the compensation they deserve.
Call us today at (661) 402-8934 or complete the form on our contact page to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case.
Injuries from Dog Bites in Bakersfield
It is usually on the head, neck, legs, or hands when dogs bite. These bites can cause severe damage that results in permanent scars and disabilities.
Some of the most common dog bite wounds are:
- Bites to the face that can cause damage to the mouth, nose, eyes, and ears, including injuries that require corrective surgeries, and result in permanent scarring and disfigurement
- Leg bites that damage muscles and tendons and result in mobility issues
- Bites to the neck that can cause damage to major blood vessels and nerves and can cause structural damage to the trachea and esophagus
- Hand wounds that often result in permanent nerve, muscle, bone, and skin damage
- Other body parts that are vulnerable to nerve and muscle damage from the lacerations of a dog bite
You deserve to be compensated if a dog attack injured you in any way. Consult a competent Bakersfield dog bite lawyer today.
Complications from Bakersfield Dog Bites
Approximately twenty percent of dog bites will cause an infection in the victim’s body. The infections are usually due to the heavy amount of bacteria in the dog’s mouth that can be pushed deep into the bite wound.
If not treated quickly and properly, these infections can enter the bloodstream and be fatal.
Symptoms of infection in a dog bite wound may include:
- Fever
- Swelling and redness around the wound
- Any type of discharge from the wound
- Red streaks coming from the wound area
- Swollen lymph nodes in any area of the body
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Numbness or lack of feeling in the wound area
Get emergency medical care if you have any of these symptoms after a dog bite. Infections can quickly become life-threatening.
Other potentially deadly complications from dog bites include rabies and tetanus. Rabies can be fatal if not treated immediately. You must determine whether the dog that bit you had up-to-date vaccines and that you advise your doctor of the same.
Tetanus is an illness caused by bacteria that enters your body through an open wound. If you have not had a recent tetanus shot, your medical provider may advise that you receive one after a dog bite.
Contact The Bakersfield Dog Bite Attorneys At Jacoby & Meyers Today
Dog bites should never be taken lightly. Dog attacks kill nearly 100 people each year. Another 1,000 people receive emergency medical care for dog bites annually.
Even when the dog attack does not cause severe physical injuries, it often results in debilitating emotional trauma.
California law holds dog owners strictly liable when their dog bites another person. If another person’s dog has bitten you, you can recover compensation for your injuries.
The dog bite attorneys at Jacoby & Meyers have protected injured victims for over five decades, recovering maximum compensation for their injuries. We want to do the same for you.
Call us at (661) 402-8934 or complete the short form on our contact page to schedule a free case review. We will listen to you, answer your questions, and explain your rights. If we represent you, we will fight to get you the justice and compensation you deserve.
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