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John Michael Montevideo
Lead Trial Attorney
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Dog Bite Lawyer
Speaking to our highly experienced dog bite attorneys at Montevideo Law, PC, dba Dog Bite Law Group, could help you receive the medical treatment and compensation you have been seeking after an injury. We are located locally in San Diego, California. It is important to discuss your legal actions with us so you know the proper action that needs to be taken after a dog bite injury.
Our San Diego dog bite lawyer can help you with your injury claim
People are injured on a daily basis as a result of a dog getting out of control. Did you know that around 1,000 people are attacked by dogs daily?. The Center for Disease Control stated that approximately 4.5 million dog bites occur in the US each year in 2019 and almost 800,000 of those result in the need for medical care. This happens often and is no joke. If you or your loved ones have been injured in a dog bite attack, chances are you are entitled to compensation. An expert San Diego dog bite lawyer can help.
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Secure damages you have suffered by seeking help from an accomplished dog bite attorney. When you suffer from a dog bite injury, there are ofter times significant medical bills and other expenses that lead to loss of wages. This can become a heavy burden and cause extreme financial damage. With our San Diego dog bite lawyer, you can recover the compensation you rightfully deserve
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Medical care should be the first thing one thinks about directly after a dog bite injury. Serious infections can be a result of a dog not being up to date on his vaccinations. A doctor should inspect the injuries right away to determine the severity of the injuries and give the all-clear. Furthermore, you should seek legal help right afterward. You can learn about compensation and your legal rights by consulting with a skilled dog bite attorney after suffering an injury. The initial consultation is free, so our firm can give you an in-depth case review without concern for cost.
Visit our resource page if you need to report a dog bite attack in San Diego.
What To Do After a Dog Bite
These are the first three things you need to do immediately after a dog bite attack.
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Get Medical Treatment Immediately
Your health is the most important thing. Be sure to get access to the best doctors and treatment right away.
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Collect all the necessary evidence
Immediately preserve the evidence you’ll need to prove what happened to you: contact info, photos, insurance information and reports.
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Do your homework on your legal rights. Call an attorney.
Call attorney John Montevideo. Discuss your case with him directly, not an intake person or paralegal.
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Client Testimonials
"After just one phone call to Dog Bite Law Group and John completely took over. With his knowledge and experience, he was able to relieve a huge amount of stress from my husband and me. He got us a fantastic settlement. I have already recommended John Montevideo to several clients of mine and will continue to do so."
*Erin D.
"John kept us informed about every step of the process. He was readily available to answer any question, by phone call or text message or by email. John was prompt and professional. And in the end, he was able to get us a settlement that exceeded our expectations, faster than we thought possible. "
*Robert G.
"John Montevideo provided the fair and objective legal counsel I needed in order to settle a case that had dragged on for many years. Within weeks of first meeting with John, my case was settled successfully! John is one of the good guys, and I highly recommend his office should the need arise for a lawyer who is both ethical and results-driven."
*Burt C.
"John Michael helped me understand my legal situation better in 15 minutes than my 3 previous attorneys over the past year."
*Robert W.
"It was refreshing to meet with a lawyer who really listened to understand my case to determine what should be done to obtain a good result for me and my family. John was respectful and helpful and above all very professional. I highly recommend John Montevideo to anyone in need of the finest legal representation possible."
*Connor C.
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Legal Questions About Dog Bite Injuries
Below are links to detailed information about legal questions following a dog bite attack.
- How and Why a Legal Claim Will Help
- Overview of California Dog Bite Law
- How Can I Get Compensated For a Dog Bite
- Recoverable Injuries and Damages
- Bodily Injury, Infection, Scaring and Emotional Injuries
- What To Do When Bitten By a Dog
- Responsible Parties Liable for Dog Bite Attacks
- Why Hire an Experienced Dog Bite Attorney
- Children and Dog Bites
Dog Bite Law Group
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John Michael Montevideo
John Michael Montevideo works tirelessly to help people like you. His practice is dedicated to carefully reviewing his clients’ stories and seeking to bring fulfill the justices wronging them. He is the Senior Trial Attorney and Founder of the Dog Bite Law Group.
Taking Immediate Legal Action
When an individual has experienced a dog bite and as a result, suffered harm, John Michael's practice promptly and efficiently protects their rights.
Read moreWe Can Help Build Your Case If You Have Been Hurt
California follows a strict liability principle. So regardless of whether the dog had a history of aggressive behavior or biting, the dog owner should be held responsible for the injuries you have suffered. Even if the dog owner never knew that the dog could be aggressive or never had an episode of viciousness brought to their attention, they are held responsible. In these circumstances, you can recover damages that are entitled to you by law.
Engaging in a skilled San Diego County dog bite lawyer to help build your case, however, is necessary since damages and compensation are not awarded automatically.
Your lawyer will need to retain the services of experts who will help establish important facts vital to your case such as the severity of your injury, ownership of the dog, the identity of the dog, its link to your injury, negligence on the part of the owner and negligent entrustment to an unfit handler are something your lawyer will seek from other experts.
If you want a successful conclusion to your case, the vitality of proof to the facts above is of utmost importance. Our skilled dog bite lawyer is aware of what to look for and will work endlessly to establish these facts from the first meeting. Those injured from dog bites are permitted to receive compensation for the harm they have suffered. In the case of a dog injury, you may be entitled to recover damages covering the areas such as pain and suffering, lifestyle changes and permanent disfigurement or scarring, past medical expenses, future or long-term medical costs, lost wages, or out of pocket expenses.
This is a joint effort. There are no fees unless we win.
By hiring the Dog Bite Law Group and we don’t recover money for you on your case, you owe us absolutely nothing. You may ask, “Do I owe any money if my case doesn’t recover anything?” Certainly not. We operate on a contingency fee when you retain us. This means we get a percentage of the recovery that we get for you with our legal work. If no recovery is made, then there is no fee and you don't pay a penny.
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Reach out to our experienced and dedicated California dog bite lawyers for help right away. Call (619) 349-7373 for a free consultation. We look forward to speaking with you.
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