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Dog bites can be painful, traumatic, and emotionally distressing experiences. According to the National Institutes of Health statistics, around 30 to 50 deaths in the United States are caused by dog bites every year. When you’re bitten by a neighbor’s dog, it’s crucial to take immediate action to protect your health and explore your legal options.
At Kidwell & Gallagher personal injury attorneys, a Reno dog bite lawyer can guide you through the legal process and help you understand your rights. We will review the circumstances of the incident to determine your rights under Nevada law.
Here is what to do if you find yourself in this unfortunate situation.
According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, a snap or nip is the most common dog bite type in the United States. Although these don’t usually pose a health risk, the bites can still cause injuries that need immediate treatment.
Some of the common dog bite injuries include:
Most importantly, seeking medical attention creates a crucial paper trail that documents the injury and the treatment received. This documentation can be instrumental if you decide to pursue legal action against the dog owner. It establishes a clear link between the incident and your injuries.
Seeking legal help in Nevada after a dog bite incident is essential due to the unique legal landscape in the state. Nevada does not have specific laws or statutes that address dog bites comprehensively. Instead, it operates as a “One Bite” state, which means that dog owners will not automatically be held liable for the first bite by their dog.
Legal assistance becomes necessary in Nevada for several reasons:
Legal assistance from our firm will ensure that you navigate these legal complexities and have the best chance of obtaining fair compensation for your dog bite injuries.
Dog bites can lead to serious injuries and sometimes even death. However, if you or a loved one has been bitten by a neighbor’s dog, act swiftly to protect your health and pursue available legal recourse in Reno. A personal injury attorney from Kidwell & Gallagher can help you pursue the compensation you deserve. Contact us today for a free consultation and let us fight for your rights.
Craig W. Kidwell is the managing partner of Kidwell & Gallagher, Ltd., and exclusively represents injured workers in Nevada. Mr. Kidwell has been practicing workers’ compensation law in Nevada since 1999 and has acted as lead counsel on over 2,000 contested workers’ compensation claims. Mr. Kidwell represents injured workers in Nevada through all stages of Nevada’s complex worker’s compensation system. Craig regularly appears in all levels of Nevada’s administrative workers’ compensation system and has represented injured workers in Nevada’s districts and Supreme Court.
This page has been written, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our comprehensive editorial guidelines. This page was approved by Managing Partner, Craig W. Kidwell who has more than 20 years of legal experience as a personal injury attorney.