FAQ: What is the Statute of Limitations for Dog Bite Claims?
A dog bite is a type of personal injury claim, therefore, the statute of limitations for a dog bite is two years from the date of the injury. However, in a case involving a minor, the statute of limitations is a bit different. The statute of limitations for the minor’s medical bills is two years
Read MoreFAQ: What has Liability in a Dog Attack?
In a dog attack, the dog owner ultimately has the liability for the attack. This is because dog owners are responsible for their pets. However, there is much more to consider in a dog attack case then who has liability. Many times, the discussion does not stop with who is liable, it continues onto who
Read MoreFAQ: If Someone’s Dog Jumps on Me, Can I Sue Them?
If Someone’s Dog Jumps on Me, Can I Sue Them? Dogs are excitable and often times unpredictable. If a dog jumps on you, it could be for a variety of reasons, obviously the bigger the dog, the more dangerous it is when they jump. In terms of suing a dog owner for their dog jumping
Read MoreFAQ: Can You Sue Someone for Killing Your Pet?
If your pet is killed by someone, you can sue. However, the question is, Should you sue? And, will you prevail if you do file a lawsuit? This depends on the facts and circumstances surrounding the incident. Losing a pet is always difficult, and in the immediate aftermath of the loss, the pet owner may
Read MoreFAQ: What are common causes of slip and fall injuries?
A slip and fall injury can occur at any time on any surface. Common cases can result from a wet floor due to a spill or rain/snow, a torn carpet, uneven sidewalk or pavement, ice, or just plain clumsiness. Further, certain areas require different precautions; for example, mats around the grape island in a supermarket.
Read MoreFAQ: Should I accept a cash settlement from the insurance company for my premises liability injury?
You should never accept a settlement from an insurance company or anyone else without first consulting a personal injury lawyer. A personal injury lawyer can ensure everything is taken care of with the settlement, including medical bills, and that you have been fairly and justly compensated for your injuries. A personal injury lawyer can also
Read MoreFAQ: If a property owner is found responsible for my personal injuries, what can I recover?
If a property owner is responsible for your injuries on their property, you may be able to recover several different types of damages related to your claims, including: past and future medical expenses, past and future pain and suffering and mental anguish, past lost wages and future lost earning capacity, etc. You may also be
Read MoreFAQ: If I was assaulted at an apartment complex, can I sue the owner?
Suing An Apartment Complex for Injury You can sue anyone for anything at any time. It is more a question of who is going to pay, and how? If you have been assaulted and injured at an apartment complex, you should contact a personal injury lawyer immediately. While the individual responsible for the attack is
Read MoreFAQ: Is the store owner responsible if I slip, fall and suffer an injury inside the store?
Maybe. It depends on the nature and circumstances surrounding the fall. If you fell due to some sort of hazardous condition, the answer may be yes. However, if you fell due to some sort of horseplay or intentionally fell, you will not be able to recover for your claims. If you believe you were injured
Read MoreFAQ: What if the property owner claims that the risk should have been obvious?
A common defense in premises liability claims is that the hazardous condition was open and obvious, therefore the individual should have known they would be injured if they saw it. Just because a hazardous condition is obvious, does not mean it is acceptable. Again, the duty owed by the property owner, even with open and
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