Dog owners and caretakers have a responsibility to ensure their animals are under control at all times. Even a well-behaved dog can bite unexpectedly, and when it does, the results can be disastrous. A dog bite can cause serious physical injuries as well as long-term emotional trauma.
Following a dog bite, it is normal to feel overwhelmed and frightened. The compassionate Jackson dog bite lawyers at Christensen Law can help you understand your legal rights after a dog bite. Since 1991, our team of skilled personal injury attorneys have advocated for the rights of personal injury victims across Michigan. During your free consultation, a member of our legal team will review your case and help you determine how to move forward. Call us now to get started.
Our Law Firm Can Help You Navigate a Dog Bite Claim in Jackson
A Christensen Law, we want to hear your story. Rest assured that we will take the time to listen and understand what you are going through, so we can help you seek justice for your dog bite injuries.
Track Record of Successful Injury Litigation
Our law firm has extensive experience handling injury claims across the state. We take a compassionate, client-first approach that has helped us recover millions in settlements and verdicts for our injury clients.
Our goal is to ensure you receive justice and fair compensation for the full scope of your losses. We are aggressive negotiators, and we are prepared to take your case all the way to trial.
Valuable Legal Support on a Contingency Fee Basis
Christensen Law’s dog bite injury lawyers in Jackson understand how an animal attack creates significant financial hardship. We aim to reduce the financial burden by offering our legal services on contingency.
Our attentive legal team handles every aspect of your case, up to and including trial proceedings. We only take payment when we win a settlement or verdict in your favor. If we don’t win, you don’t pay for our services.
Receive Exceptional Legal Support From Dedicated Jackson Dog Bite Lawyers
When you partner with Christensen Law, you receive attentive legal support from a highly knowledgeable legal team. Since 1991, our attorneys have aggressively protected the legal rights of injured parties, including dog bite victims. We approach every case prepared to go to trial. We will:
Hear Your Story and Investigate Your Injuries
At Christensen Law, we know how important it is to feel heard after you suffer a serious injury. We take the time to listen to our clients and understand where they are coming from. Our team will always put your needs first to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve after a dog bite accident.
Once we understand your needs, we will conduct a thorough investigation to establish fault and determine the extent of your losses.
Compile Evidence and File Your Claim
During our investigation, we will compile evidence to prove your dog bite claim. We aim to show who is responsible for your dog bite injuries and hold them fully responsible for their negligence. Evidence we may use to support your case includes:
- Medical records and bills from your dog bite treatment and rehabilitation
- Expert medical opinions regarding the cause, extent, and severity of your physical injuries
- Mental health expert testimony regarding issues arising from the dog attack
- Photos and videos of the attack and your injuries
- Witness statements
- Prior records of violence or injuries by the same dog or owner
- Police reports and animal control reports
- Financial records, pay stubs, and other evidence of lost income
Our team aggressively pursues all information related to the case. We will spare no resources when it comes to securing fair compensation for your dog bite.
Negotiate for Maximum Compensation
Christensen Law’s compassionate injury attorneys are committed to securing fair compensation for any and all of your losses. We have experience negotiating settlements with stubborn insurance companies and giant corporations. Our team is interested in securing the justice and compensation you deserve.
We will not settle for less than you deserve, and will not hesitate to go to trial if it means securing a higher payout.
Take Your Case to Court
From the moment you contact us for your initial consultation, our team is approaching your case with a trial mindset. Every step we take is carefully considered as if we will be presenting it before a judge and jury. That means we are always prepared to represent you in court. With multi-million figure awards and settlements, our dedicated team of trial lawyers have the knowledge and experience to get you the compensation you need.
You Could Recover Damages After a Jackson Dog Bite
At Christensen Law, we understand the toll a dog bite injury can take on you and your loved ones. We aim to help you secure financial compensation from the at-fault party for the full scope of these losses. Damages we could claim on your behalf include the following.
Medical Bills and Expenses
Dog bite injuries are especially severe for the young and the elderly, but anyone can suffer long-term effects from a dog attack. A serious dog bite can cause lacerations, soft tissue damage, bruising, and potentially broken bones. Even with treatment, such injuries can easily become infected. Severe, life-threatening complications can also arise as a result of shock and infection, sometimes resulting in sepsis, limb loss, and even death.
Our team seeks to recover current and future medical costs related to such injuries. Medical expenses we may pursue in a dog bite injury claim include:
- Emergency care
- Transportation by ambulance
- Critical care
- Surgical procedures
- Hospital stays and doctor’s visits
- Physical therapy and rehabilitation
- Medication and medical devices
- Assistive equipment and prosthetics
If dog bite injuries create long-term or permanent disability, we could also seek compensation for accessibility modifications and certain domestic assistance.
Loss of Current and Future Income
A dog bite injury may require you to take time away from work. You may lose hours or be unable to perform your job duties until you are completely healed. In severe cases, a dog bite could even result in complete job loss or loss of career.
At Christensen Law, we understand how a dog bite can affect your career and livelihood. Regular bills coupled with medical costs and other injury-related expenses can create significant financial stress for you and your family. To relieve this burden, we seek compensation for your current income loss as well as potential lost income due to the dog attack. Such income may include hourly wages, salary, and benefits. If you own a business, we may also seek compensation for lost business and reduced clientele.
Pain and Suffering and Mental or Emotional Damages
Dog bites can be extremely painful and damaging. The trauma of a dog bite can affect your physical and psychological health. Dog bite sufferers often experience anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). You may feel uncomfortable engaging in activities you once enjoyed or avoid places you used to go frequently out of fear of encountering dogs.
Dog bite injuries can also result in scarring and disfigurement that are painful and alter your appearance. This can affect your ability to work or enjoy your life as you once did.
Christensen Law’s Jackson dog bite lawyers can help you secure compensation for these non-economic damages as well. Pain and suffering and emotional distress materially affect your quality of life, and you deserve justice for those injuries. Call us today to get started with your case.
Understanding Michigan Dog Bite Laws
Michigan’s dog bite laws state that the dog’s owner is responsible for any dog bites that occur on public or private property, regardless of the dog’s known viciousness. However, if the dog is deemed a dangerous animal and it caused serious injury or death to an individual, Michigan dangerous animals laws allow the animal put down by court order. Additionally, if the dog has a history of vicious behavior and can reasonably be expected to cause serious injury or death to an individual in the future, the court may order it to be euthanized.
If the dog attack caused minor injuries, but not serious injury or death, the court may require the owner to take steps to prevent future attacks. These measures may include additional fencing, locked gates, and an enclosure with a top to prevent escape. The owner may also have to take out liability insurance coverage to cover any future damage or harm caused by the dog.
Christensen Law’s dog bite attorneys in Jackson are well-versed in state and local laws concerning dog attacks. We will help you navigate the legal process so you can secure the compensation you need for your recovery.
Contact Our Jackson Dog Bite Lawyers for a Free Case Review
Michigan law places a three-year statute of limitations on personal injury claims, including dog bites. If you or a loved one suffered injuries in a dog bite, contact Christensen Law as soon as possible to discuss your legal options. Our skilled Jackson dog bite attorneys can review your case and help you decide how to move forward with your claim.
