Dog Bite Workplace Accident Lawyer In California

Workplace injuries are sadly all too common. However, the injury is minor in most cases and can be remedied with a bandage, a day or two of rest to recover, or an ice pack. But if you have suffered a dog bite while at work, there is a high probability that your injuries are relatively severe. And even if the bite wound does not appear significant, concerns regarding infection and diseases are always present with a dog bite.

So you are quickly concerned with seeking medical care for the bite and any potential complications it might bring. However, there are sure to be thoughts of the cost of medical care, your lost wages, and even your job security if you report the dog bite injury to your employer. Fortunately, workers in California have access to one of the best worker’s compensation programs in the country. In addition, the team of legal experts at Normandie Law Firm is here to provide answers to your questions and guidance on getting the worker’s comp benefits you deserve after suffering a dog bite while at work.

Contact the Normandie Law Firm 24/7 to request a free consultation to discuss your injuries, the potential for a lawsuit or other action, and how to handle your worker’s comp claim. Our team includes expert personal injury and worker’s comp lawyers to ensure you have reliable information before moving forward to seek the compensation that is owed to you.

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Vital Information About Dog Bites
At Normandie Law Firm, we value each client as a person, not just a case number. And as such, we believe nothing is more important than your health. So we want to ensure that you understand the potential for severe infections from any dog bite. All it takes is a small puncture through your skin for the germs and bacteria in a dog’s mouth and saliva to begin harming you. The most common issues related to a dog bite include:

• Rabies
• Strep And Staph Infections
• Cellulitis
• Bone And Blood Infections

Even a dog that is current on all immunizations can pass along bacteria that will cause a severe infection that could require surgery. So before taking any other action, seek immediate medical care for a complete evaluation of the dog bite, proper disinfecting of the injury, and any prescription medication required to ensure that you do not suffer from a potentially life-threatening infection due to the dog bite you sustained while at work.
Who Is To Blame For Your Dog Bite?
In California, dog bites are typically always the financial responsibility of the dog owner. As a strict liability state, the owner is responsible for most dog bites that occur on private and public property. However, the financial responsibility becomes more challenging because you were at work when the dog bite occurred.

First, if the dog belongs to your employer, the injury would often be covered under worker’s compensation. You would file the claim with the help of your employer to seek payment for your medical care and any lost wages if you are unable to work while healing. In addition, you should understand that you are not legally entitled to sue your employer for any additional damages in most cases. In addition, if your job included caring for the dog that bit you, the Veterinarian’s Rule could apply. This rule covers people who work with dogs and have knowingly assumed the risk of a potential dog bite in the course of their job.

Finally, if the dog was not owned by your employer, and dog care is not part of your job description, you could have a few options. Initially, you can open a worker’s comp claim because the dog bite injury occurred while you were working. That claim should cover medical expenses and part of your lost wages if you are unable to return to work immediately. In addition, you could be able to sue the dog owner for additional losses and damages you suffered due to the dog bite.

While all this sounds complex and confusing, the expert lawyers at Normandie Law Firm are here to assist you. Our team of personal injury lawyers and worker’s comp lawyers will help you understand who is responsible for your dog bite injuries and how best to seek the compensation that is owed to you. Don’t hesitate to contact the Normandie Law Firm office today to request a free consultation to discuss your case and learn more about how to move past this troubling event.
Time Is Of The Essence
It is crucial for you to understand that there are time limits you must meet to file any compensation claim. In the case of a worker’s comp claim, you have only 30 days from the date of the dog bite injury to open your claim. In most cases, if you fail to file in the first 30 days, your claim and benefits will be denied. If the case will be handled as a lawsuit, there is a two-year statute of limitations on personal injury claims. Your claim must be filed with the court system in that time, or you will lose the right to seek any compensation.

How Long Would My Lawsuit Take To Complete?
If you have grounds to file a lawsuit against the dog owner, there is no way to determine how long it will take to complete the process. Many factors can impact the length of time required to settle a lawsuit, including the court system’s workload, the actions of the defendant, the severity of your injuries, and the time needed to heal fully. For these reasons, the team at Normandie Law Firm recommends that you seek legal counsel as soon as possible after the dog bite incident.

When you contact our staff for a free consultation, we can begin working on your case as soon as you decide to hire us. That fast action on your part and hard work from our legal staff can have your case moving forward as rapidly as possible to secure the compensation you need to pay bills and begin to move forward after your workplace dog bite injuries.
What Is The Monetary Value Of A Dog Bite Case?
All lawsuits are based on the actual losses of the injury victim. And in your case, because you were at work and have likely filed a worker’s comp claim, the value of your lawsuit will be very unique. While most dog bite lawsuits include medical bills and lost wages, you will get most of that covered under your worker’s comp claim. So you are likely to be suing the dog owner for only the part of your wages that were not paid by worker’s comp and any other losses you suffered, for example, the cost of a cellphone that was destroyed during the dog bite injury. In addition, you might also be seeking a dollar amount to account for the pain and suffering you endured due to the dog bite injury.

The team at Normandie Law Firm has decades of experience in determining the total value of a personal injury and how to best seek full compensation for our clients. Our staff will work with you to ensure that you get all that is owed to you for your dog bite injury and that you are not saddled with medical bills that are someone else’s responsibility.
Why Select Normandie Law Firm To Handle Your Workplace Dog Bite Injury
At Normandie Law Firm, we are here to see that justice is served for every personal injury victim. And we are also here to ensure that you have access to an expert resource for all your legal questions about your injuries and rights as an injury victim. First and foremost, we want you to know that medical care is vital for your personal health and safety. And in most cases, especially when the injury or dog bite occurs while you are at work, the medical bills will be paid for you. So please never decide not to see a doctor to evaluate a dog bite or any injury because of the cost of the medical care.

Next, we want our clients to understand that we put their needs first in everything we do. So we work diligently on your behalf without asking for any upfront payment for our services. Instead, we are happy to provide the legal assistance you need, knowing that we will not get paid until we secure the payment or compensation that our clients deserve and need.

Finally, if we do not win your case and get you the compensation you deserve for your dog bite injuries, then you owe us nothing. We cannot illustrate our commitment to our clients more clearly than being willing to work for free if we fail to meet your needs and get you the money you deserve. So please get in touch with Normandie Law Firm today to learn more about your rights as a workplace dog bite victim and how we will work to protect those rights and your right to a stable financial future.

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