Is A Hotel Liable For Dog Bites On Their Property?

When traveling, most hotel guests are used to being pampered by the resort or hotel staff where they are staying. Just a call will get you a meal, drinks, or access to many local venues, thanks to the concierge or other hotel staff. It seems as if everyone working at the hotel is there to meet your needs and ensure you have a fantastic time while enjoying their accommodations.

However, it can be easy to forget that not everything is under the control of the hotel, resort, or property owner. In some cases, it is actually the responsibility of another guest to ensure your safety and enjoyment of your vacation spot if the property you are visiting is pet friendly. While it is nice to see dog owners enjoying some downtime relaxing with their dog or dogs. But it is vital to understand that dog owners are solely responsible for the actions of their pets under California’s strict liability laws surrounding dog bites.

So if your vacation or weekend getaway was brought to an end by a dog bite, you need to contact the dog bite injury lawyers at Normandie Law Firm to understand your rights as an injury victim and whom to consider responsible for your dog bite injury at a hotel, motel, or resort. You could be shocked to learn that the liability does not fall where you expected.

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Strict Liability For Dog Bites In California
The civil code that addresses dog bites in California is considered to be strict liability. That means that the dog owner is responsible for the actions of their dog and any damage that the dog causes, including biting a human. This guideline covers all public locations and any private location where the dog bite victim has legal access to the property. By stating legal access, it is just a fancy way to say that the victim is legally on the property or with the owner’s permission, such as a guest, renter, or tenant. The reason for this complicated work is to protect a dog owner whose dog bit an intruder on the property. Under California’s strict liability laws, a burglar cannot sue the dog owner if he is bit and injured during a break-in.

All of that legalese is the long answer to the question of the hotel’s liability for a dog bite on its premises. Of course, the dog’s owner is the only party responsible for the damage caused by a dog bite. But what it also means for the dog bite victim is that they could very well have grounds for a lawsuit against the owner of the dog. And the best way to be sure about the right to sue the dog owner is to contact the Normandie Law Firm as soon as you have sought medical care for the dog bite.

All Dog Bites Require Medical Evaluation
You need to seek medical care even if you only see a single drop of blood from a dog bite. Any time a dog bite breaks the skin, there is a significant potential for an infection that could become life-threatening. While many claim that a dog’s mouth is cleaner than a human’s, it still carries many germs and bacteria. Without proper medical care and possibly antibiotics, you could suffer from any of the three most common dog bite infections, including:

• Strep And Staph
• Rabies
• Cellulitis

All of these infections can become life-threatening if not adequately treated. And the faster the treatment begins, the less likely you are to suffer complications and an extended illness due to the dog bite.

What Is The Statute Of Limitations For A Dog Bite?
A dog bite is a personal injury, and as such, California has a two-year Statute of Limitations to file a claim. If you wait longer than two years, you will lose your legal right to make a claim for the incident. However, the dog bite injury expert lawyers at Normandie Law Firm recommend contacting the Normandie office as soon as possible after the incident. The faster you call for your free consultation, the sooner you will understand your right to seek compensation, the process of filing a lawsuit, and what needs to be accomplished before the case is filed with the court system. Remember, it is never too soon to file a lawsuit or consult a legal expert, But it can be too late to seek legal counsel and file your case.

How Long Will The Lawsuit Take To Complete?
It is very understandable that you want to file your lawsuit and get your compensation as quickly as possible. After being injured by a dog bite, you are sure to have medical bills and daily living expenses that you need to pay. And if you cannot work while you are healing, the financial strain can be immense. Unfortunately, however, there is no way for the lawyers at Kenmore Law Group to provide an accurate estimate for the completion date of your lawsuit.

However, we pledge to remain focused and diligent in moving your case through the legal system as rapidly as possible. Our goal is to secure the full compensation you deserve for your injuries as quickly as possible.

How Much Money Will I Get For A Dog Bite Lawsuit?
Each lawsuit that goes to court is unique in many ways, including the dollar value. Many injury victims are misguided to think there are standard payouts for specific personal injuries. However, that is not true. Each lawsuit amount is based on the expenses and losses incurred by the injury victim. In the case of a dog bite injury victim, the amounts included could be:

• The total of present medical bills and any future bills for the treatment of the dog bite injuries
• The cost of legal fees to pursue the lawsuit
• The dollar amount of any lost wages if the injury victim cannot work during the healing process or part of it
• Any lost wages for time off to attend medical appointments

How Much Will Normandie Law Firm Charge To Represent Me
The first consultation with a Normandie Law Firm lawyer to discuss your dog bite case is free. In addition, if you hire us to take the case, we charge no upfront fees. We provide all the services needed to complete the case and secure your settlement without asking for any money from you. In addition, you owe us nothing if we are unable to win a verdict or settlement in your favor.

The only time Normandie Law Firm gets paid is after we have won your case and gotten you the compensation you deserve for your injuries and suffering. We believe in seeing that every injury victim has the legal guidance and help needed to pursue the money they deserve after being injured by someone else’s negligence. And the best way to do that is with no fees until we have won your case and you are paying us with money from the defendant responsible for your injuries. So please don’t hesitate to get in touch with Normandie Law Firm today to begin the process of securing the compensation that is rightfully yours after suffering a dog bite injury.

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