Monroe Dog Bite Accident Lawyer

Get help from a Monroe, NC, dog bite accident lawyer from Horton & Mendez, Injury & Car Accident Attorneys. Get compensation for injuries from a dog bite or attack. Contact us for a case evaluation and start your case today.

Monroe, NC, Dog Bite Lawyer

Our lawyers help people receive compensation for dog bites. You may have serious injuries, including open wounds, nerve damage, broken bones, or scars. The compensation you receive should reflect your injuries.

Our Monroe, NC, dog bite lawyers know how the insurance companies think because we have worked for them. Today, we put our knowledge and experience to work for you.

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Lawyers for Dog Bites in Monroe, NC

If you have been bitten by a dog, you should know:

• You may have the right to monetary compensation.
• A previous bite history is not always required for a victim to receive compensation.
• You must bring a claim to receive compensation.
• The value of your claim may include financial losses, pain and suffering, and other damages.
• Most claims don’t involve going to trial, but you have a right to a trial.
• You can have a Monroe dog bite accident lawyer represent you.

Dog bites can be devastating, and the money you receive can help you rebuild your life. The law protects the rights of dog bite victims to fair compensation. Contact us to see what your case may be worth.

Consultation With a Dog Bite Attorney

If you or a family member is hurt because of a dog bite or attack, contact us for a consultation with a dog bite attorney. Learn about what’s involved in bringing a case and see what your case may be worth. There’s no cost for your consultation and no obligation.

We represent adults and children

Our attorneys are available to represent both adults and children in dog bite victim cases. Children in particular can be badly hurt because of a dog bite. Their right to compensation is important. Contact us to see how an attorney may help you or your child.

Monroe, North Carolina Dog Bite Laws

Dog bite laws in Monroe, NC, come from state law. North Carolina law creates two standards of liability, depending on whether or not the dog has been declared dangerous.

Strict liability

If the dog is a dangerous dog, based on the legal definition of a dangerous dog, liability is strict. If the dog bites or attacks, the dog owner is responsible for any injuries. The injured person doesn’t have to prove the dog owner did something negligent that resulted in the bite.

A dog may be dangerous because of a previous bite history or because there was a proceeding by a county or municipal authority to declare the dog dangerous. To be declared a dangerous dog, there must have been a prior incident of harm or threat of harm (N.C.G.S. § 67-4.1, § 67-4.6).

Negligence

If the dog is not dangerous, liability is based on negligence. You must show that the dog owner did something to create an unreasonable risk of harm, which allowed the bite to occur.

Each case depends on the individual circumstances. Examples include:

• Allowing the dog to roam at large
• Failing to keep the dog on a leash
• Letting go of the leash so that a dog can play
• Ignoring signs of aggression
• Bringing a dog to an inappropriate setting
• Violating local rules and regulations for dogs
• Failing to secure a dog, allowing escape

Our lawyers can investigate what occurred and how to claim compensation in your case.

Local Monroe, NC, dog bite laws

In addition to state law, the City of Monroe has local laws that apply to the keeping and impoundment of dogs. There are local procedures for determining whether or not a dog is dangerous. There are written procedures for notice, forfeiture, and protective measures of dangerous dogs. The City of Monroe, NC, dog laws may be important in a dog bite compensation claim.

Areas We Serve

We welcome new clients in Monroe, NC, and in the surrounding areas. We serve the zip codes of 28110, 28111, and 28112.

If you live or were hurt here, please contact us.

Most claims in Monroe, NC, are filed in the Superior Court for Union County. Some claims may be settled through insurance without having to file in court. Our lawyers create a custom plan for each client we serve.

Choose Our Experienced Lawyers

Horton & Mendez, Injury & Car Accident Attorneys, offers the experience and resources of a large legal team with the personal service of a small firm. We’re here to serve you locally in Monroe, NC.

There are time limits, and we want you to receive compensation as soon as possible, so don’t wait to contact us.

Call or message a Monroe, NC, dog bite accident lawyer. Contact Horton & Mendez, Injury & Car Accident Attorneys, today.

Monroe, NC Dog Bite Lawyer—FAQs

What kind of lawyer handles dog bite claims?

A dog bite claim is a type of personal injury. A lawyer who represents an individual who has compensation for a dog bite is a type of personal injury lawyer.

How are dog bites different from other personal injury claims?

In North Carolina, there are specific laws that apply to dog bites and compensation for dog bites. These laws apply in addition to general laws for personal injury liability.

Does North Carolina have the one-bite rule for dog bites?

Sometimes. If a dog has been declared a dangerous dog or if it has attacked before without provocation, then strict liability applies. Otherwise, general negligence standards apply to dog bite compensation.

Who may be liable for a dog bite in NC?

A dog owner may be liable for a dog bite in NC, but they are not the only ones with potential liability. A dog handler or sitter may also have liability. In addition, a landlord or property manager may have liability for allowing a dangerous condition if they don’t take reasonable steps to prevent a dog bite.