Instacart Delivery Driver Dog Bite Lawsuit

With over 600,000 Instacart delivery drivers in the country and Los Angeles being the third most popular city being served, thousands of Instacart drivers are in LA and the state. This popular service helps countless residents by delivering groceries to their homes to save valuable time and other resources. In addition, many of the over 10 million households using the service have discovered it is integral in their ability to provide healthy, home-cooked meals for their loved ones while still meeting all the other demands in their hectic schedules.

What the service means for many other residents across the state is reliable employment, a flexible schedule, and the ability to manage their income by working as much or as little as they need to supplement their household budget. But it can also lead to some unique challenges and hazards that many did not anticipate before taking a job as an Instacart delivery driver. There can be logistical frustrations, from traffic issues to challenges finding some delivery locations. However, the problem that most Instacart delivery drivers never considered was what could happen when they cross paths with an aggressive dog.

If you have suffered a dog bite while working as an Instacart delivery driver, you likely have many questions and concerns. But you could be equally as confused about how to find a reliable resource to resolve many of the problems. The staff at Normandie Law Firm wants all dog bite injury victims to understand that they are available 24/7 to answer any questions related to your rights as an Instacard delivery driver dog bite victim. In addition, the firm offers a free consultation with a dog bite lawyer to help you understand your rights and how an Instacart delivery driver dog bite lawsuit could solve your financial challenges.

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The Hazards Of Any Dog Bite Injury
You likely called 911 for emergency medical care if you suffered a severe dog bite. However, if the bite looked less severe or left only a minor wound, you might have overlooked seeking a medical evaluation. Instead, you could cover the injury with a bandage and continue with your work day. But sadly, that choice could result in missing a great deal more work if the bite becomes infected.

While there are tens of thousands of dog bites each year, only a small percentage result in significant injuries initially. The sad truth is that more dog bites become severe due to an infection than the damage caused by the dog’s teeth and jaw. Many people are unaware that all dogs have germs and bacteria in their mouths that are not harmful to them but can wreak havoc on the human body. Even a tiny puncture wound can provide access for these germs to enter the body and cause blood or bone infections, staph or strep infections, or even cellulitis.

And these infections can occur after a bite from almost any dog, even those in perfect health and with all their shots and vaccines. So any time you suffer a dog bite injury, it is vital to seek a medical evaluation of the damage to ensure no soft tissue, bone, or nerve damage and to prevent a potentially life-threatening infection.
How Can I Seek Compensation For My Dog Bite Injuries?
As an Instacart delivery driver in California, you have two options to seek assistance in paying for medical care due to a workplace dog bite injury. The first option is to file a claim for worker’s compensation benefits. After the passage of Prop 22, Instacart delivery drivers have access to worker’s comp benefits for medical coverage for injuries that occur while on the job. So if you suffer a dog bite while logged into the app and on a delivery, the program will pay up to $1M in medical expenses related to the dog bite injuries. In addition, the benefits could also compensate you for a part of your lost wages if you cannot return to work immediately after your Instacart delivery driver dog bite injury.

The second option involves filing an Instacart delivery driver dog bite lawsuit against the owner of the dog that bit you. In this type of matter, you have more opportunities to secure compensation other than just your medical bills and part of your lost wages. It is also essential to understand that you could be able to file two claims to maximize your compensation and how quickly your medical bills are paid. The legal experts at Normandie Law Firm will help you evaluate your options and determine which choices will best meet your immediate and long-term needs.
How Long Do I Have To File A Claim?
In the case of a worker’s compensation claim for your workplace dog bite injury, you have only 30 days from the incident date to open your claim. If you wait longer than that, your claim will likely be denied, and you will get no benefits. An Instacart delivery driver dog bite lawsuit in California falls into the category of personal injury lawsuits and has a two-year Statute of Limitations. That means you have two years from the date of the dog bite injury to file your claim with the court system. There are very few exceptions to this time frame. However, if any apply to your situation, the staff at Normandie Law Firm will explain the possibility of an extended time allotment and why it could benefit you and the success of your matter.
What Is The Potential Value Of An Instacart Delivery Driver Dog Bite Lawsuit?
The value of most lawsuits is based on the expenses and losses of the victim. So in your case of a dog bite injury, while working as an Instacart delivery driver, you would work with the Normandie Law Firm experts to compile a comprehensive list of all your expenses and losses attributed to your dog bite injury. Some of the most common items included in this tally are:

• All of your medical bills for treatment of your dog bite injuries, as well as any therapy or counseling needed to address the trauma, such as nightmares as a result of the dog attack
• The total of your lost wages if you cannot work while healing from the injuries and any work time missed attending medical or therapy appointments
• The cost of your legal services for your Instacart delivery driver dog bite lawsuit
• The value of any personal property that was damaged during the dog bite incident
• In some cases, you can include a dollar amount to represent your pain and suffering due to your dog bite injuries

Why Choose Normandie Law Firm To Handle Your Dog Bite Injury Claim?
As you can see, there are many legal facets to filing a claim after suffering a dog bite injury while working as a delivery driver for Instacart. And you want to be sure you are working with a legal team that fully understands both the potential of a worker’s comp claim and an Instacart delivery driver dog bite lawsuit. The team at Normandie Law Firm has decades of combined experience in each specialty, in addition to an unwavering dedication to our clients.

Our goal is always to understand the needs of each client and provide the solutions that work best for them and their current financial situation. We know that not everyone can afford to pay out of pocket for medical care and wait to be reimbursed. And we understand that not every dog bite injury victim will have personal health insurance to provide the care they require. Therefore, we focus on delivering the best solutions to you and your loved ones during this challenging time.
No Upfront Legal Fees
Part of serving your needs as a dog bite injury victim is ensuring that you have access to the highest quality legal service to ensure that justice is served. However, if you are facing financial hardships after your injuries, you might not think you can afford to hire the state’s leading personal injury law firm. But that is not the case. Normandie Law Firm is honored to handle all matters with no upfront legal fees or expenses charged to our valued clients. Instead, we only get paid for our work after the task is completed and you have your settlement or a verdict in your favor.

This simple process ensures that you get the expert legal representation you need without the added stress of expenses disrupting your household budget and focus on healing. In addition, should our team fail to deliver the settlement or verdict you need, you owe us nothing. This policy lets you know that we only litigate matters we are confident we will win because no one wants to work for free. And it fosters the confidence you need to focus on healing, knowing that the entire team at Normandie Law Firm is working to secure the compensation you deserve for your injuries and losses due to the dog bite you suffered. So please get in touch with our office today to schedule your free consultation. Soon you will fully understand your rights and know what to expect and how to plan as you begin to rebuild your life after suffering a dog bite while working as a California Instacart delivery driver.

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