ott

Contact Us 866-499-8989

25+ Years of Experience
99% Win Rate
No Upfront fees

25+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

When you hire us, you're adding unmatched experience to your team, ensuring you get the best possible outcome.

99% WIN RATE

Our firm maintains an impressive 99% win rate, even while accepting difficult cases other law firms have turned away.

NO UPFRONT FEES

We are not afraid of trial, and insurance companies know this. If it’s in your best interest, we are always trial ready.

Table Of Contents
  1. Arizona’s Strict Liability Laws Regarding Dog Bites
  2. Negligence in a Dog Bite Claim
  3. A Dog Owner’s Liability When Their Dog Bites Someone
  4. Dog Bite Claims Involving Children

The average dog has a bite force ranging between 230-250 psi, so it’s not uncommon for dog bite victims to sustain injuries that result in permanent scarring and even death. Dog attacks can also cause significant emotional and psychological trauma for victims. Unfortunately, victims in and around Chandler often struggle to obtain fair compensation for their injuries. 

Our Chandler dog bite attorneys are committed to securing maximum compensation for our clients. If you or a loved one sustained a devastating dog bite injury in Arizona, one of our experienced personal injury lawyers who regularly handle dog bite claims would be happy to evaluate your case.

Arizona’s Strict Liability Laws Regarding Dog Bites

While most Arizona personal injury lawsuits fall under negligence statutes, Arizona operates under a strict liability law pertaining to dog bites. This means that your personal injury attorney is not required to prove negligence. Instead, the dog’s owner is almost always liable for the dog’s actions.

This means that you can recover compensation for your injuries and other losses even if this was the dog’s first time biting someone, and it has never shown signs of aggression in the past.

Arizona is much stricter on dog owners than other states that require there to be at least one bite on record for a dog owner to be held accountable. 

For a free legal consultation with a dog bite lawyer serving Chandler, call 866-499-8989

Negligence in a Dog Bite Claim

Suppose it can be proven that a dog owner knew or should have known that their dog would bite someone, including them having knowledge of the dog previously attacking humans or pets. In that case, the dog owner may be required to pay additional compensation to the victim.

This additional compensation from an insurance settlement or through a jury verdict would be in the form of punitive or exemplary damages from the dog owner. 

Chandler Dog Bite Lawyer Near Me 866-499-8989

A Dog Owner’s Liability When Their Dog Bites Someone

The high standard that Arizona holds dog owners to is good news for dog bite victims. Even if the animal that attacked you had never behaved viciously in the past, there is a high likelihood that its owner is responsible for your losses.

Arizona Revised Statutes Title 11 – Counties §11-1025 sets forth the circumstances under which a pet owner is responsible for damages stemming from animal bite injuries. The law holds an owner liable when their pet injures someone either in public or on private property, which includes the dog owner’s own property. 

Whether the animal previously exhibited aggressive behavior does not factor into the dog owner’s responsibility, nor does the owner’s lack of knowledge of its proclivity to aggression.

Click to contact our Chandler Personal Injury Lawyers today

Dog Bite Claims Involving Children

Children make up the largest percentage of dog bite victims, and their injuries are typically more severe. Kids are bitten and mauled on the face more than anywhere else. Scarring, muscle damage, and life-altering disfigurement often result, not to mention psychological trauma.

Dog bite attacks are most likely to occur in a child’s own home or neighborhood. While not everyone wants to sue a friend, neighbor, or family member personally, most homeowners’ insurance policies cover damages resulting from dog bite incidents.

Call or text 866-499-8989 or complete a
Free Case Evaluation form

This was the 1st time I've used Zanes Law. It was a fantastic experience for having to go through a situation most would rather not. The attorney and staff were always available to answer my questions and explained things clearly and were obviously 100% in my corner. My attorney, Jim, was very genuine and made me immediately comfortable when I came in to speak with him about my case. Every case manager I dealt with was patient and helpful. I would definitely return to Zanes should the time ever come again that I need a personal injury firm.

Kelly Kay

Personal Injury

Hello! As client of Zane law I was recently involved in accident last September and my recovery is still healing but Zane law checked on me and made sure everything was going smoothly and made sure I was on the right step every single time. I definitely would used them again ! They have helped my recovery so much and being a mom of 6 it has made my days a little more better/easier! From chiropractor to message therapist and making sure I had that extra help like trauma counseling to get through my days! I thank you so much Rachel and Annabelle!

Monique Cota

car accident

Zanes Law was a terrific legal experience. I first went to a law firm that only wanted me to go to physical therapy and pad the bill, so they could utilize my insurance policy to its capacity. Once I went to Zanes, they were honest, professional and prompt with calls almost once a week. Sometimes I got a call just because we did not have contact for close to two weeks. Some calls were to just ask how I was doing. I also received more money than originally discussed. Great job Zanes Law!!!!! If need be I will use their services again. THANKS

James Doligale

Personal Injury

Zanes Law was a terrific legal experience. I first went to a law firm that only wanted me to go to physical therapy and pad the bill, so they could utilize my insurance policy to its capacity. Once I went to Zanes, they were honest, professional and prompt with calls almost once a week. Sometimes I got a call just because we did not have contact for close to two weeks. Some calls were to just ask how I was doing. I also received more money than originally discussed. Great job Zanes Law!!!!! If need be I will use their services again. THANKS

James Doligale

Personal Injury
Zanes Law Practice Area

$1,320,000

Car Accident

No one ever expects to be involved in a car accident, suffer an injury, or need to begin looking for a Phoenix car accident attorney.

Zanes Law Practice Area

$1,065,000

Wrongful Death

With the help of a Phoenix wrongful death lawyer, you should receive compensation for your losses.

Zanes Law Practice Area

$700,000

Slip and Fall

When you are hurt in an accident, our Phoenix slip and fall lawyers are only a phone call away.

Zanes Law Practice Area

$1,100,000

Motorcycle Accident

Our motorcycle accident lawyers in Phoenix understand how dangerous it can be to ride a bike. So much so that we have created safety articles for years.

Tuscon-Metro-Chamver American-Association-for-Justice The-American-Society-of-Legal-Advocates Arizona-Trial-Lawyers Million-Dollar

Compensation You May Be Entitled to After a Dog Bite

Our team at Zanes Law has the experience and resources needed to obtain a fair settlement for you or your child. For example, one of our clients was awarded $122,000 after he sustained a hand injury and puncture wounds in a dog bite incident.

Of course, every case is different, and the amount of your settlement or award will depend on the unique circumstances of your case. That said, you may be entitled to compensation for the following categories of damages:

  • Medical expenses (past, present, and future)
  • Lost wages
  • Decreased earning capacity
  • Pain and suffering
  • Scars and disfigurement
  • Emotional distress

And these are just examples of the losses you might recover. A dog bite lawyer in Chandler can help you understand the value of your claim.

Possible Defenses in a Dog Bite Case

While Arizona law favors dog bite victims, there are two primary defenses to a dog-bite claim. First, the owner will not be liable if they can show that the injured party provoked their dog. Still, there is no set definition of what would be considered provocation in a dog attack.

That said, it is not always necessary that the dog be directly provoked. For instance, attacking the dog’s owner could constitute sufficient provocation for the dog owner to avoid culpability.

Second, the dog owner may not be responsible for a person’s injuries if that individual was unlawfully on the owner’s property. However, in some situations, the owner has a duty to warn trespassers of a dog’s presence, which could mean posting signs. As experienced premises liability lawyers, we can determine the property owner’s responsibility in your case.

Arizona’s Statute of Limitations

Arizona’s time limit for filing a personal injury lawsuit is generally two years from the day you were injured, as outlined in A.R.S.§12-542. However, the sooner you enlist the help of our firm in your dog bite case, the quicker your Chandler dog bite lawyer can begin compiling evidence to bolster your claim. 

Our legal team will begin investigating your claim immediately, including interviewing eyewitnesses while the incident is still fresh in their minds. We understand the importance of moving quickly to preserve key evidence and meet important filing deadlines.

Reach Out to a Chandler Dog Bite Attorney Today

Our team at Zanes Law is ready and available to get started on your dog bite injury claim today. A dog bite attorney in Chandler can meet you in your home, our office, or wherever is most convenient for you. 

You can also get started with us during a phone call, and since we operate on a contingency fee basis, there is never a fee until we win. Contact us today to schedule your free case evaluation.