It is quite common to see dogs out for walks with owners or in area parks in Canyon County. This is a very dog-friendly city. But owners have a responsibility to keep their pets safe to minimize any risk to others.
At Siegfried & Jensen, a dog bite lawyer in American Fork is available to you when an owner fails to maintain safety and puts you at risk. Request a free consultation with our American Fork personal injury lawyer now. We have decades of combined experience.
How We Investigate Your Dog Bite Case in American Fork
In a large city of over 20,000 people, dog bites are uncommon. Not every bite or scratch results in serious injury, but when it does, we are here to help. To investigate your case, we will follow several steps:
- Gather critical information from you. We want to get details from you about what happened, such as where the incident occurred, the circumstances, and the type of care you received. Share photos, videos, and other evidence you have with us.
- Seek additional evidence in the case. Surveillance footage, medical records, the dog’s past behavior, and other details can show what occurred and clearly demonstrate you did not cause the incident.
- Document all of your losses. You can seek a claim for all physical injuries, emotional losses, and financial expenses you have related to your accident. We make sure to explore all possible compensation owed to you.
- Negotiate a full claim with the insurance company. Evidence-based claims are hard for insurance companies to deny. Expect your lawyer to be aggressive in protecting your rights to full recovery of your damages.
- Going to court when needed. It is rarely necessary to go to trial in dog bite or attack cases at our firm. If there is a reason to do so, expect our trial-proven attorneys to be ready to fight for you.
With decades of experience, the team at Siegfried & Jensen handles the entire process for you, alleviating frustration and concerns. Whether your neighbor’s dog entered your property or the dog bit you in a local park, focus fully on your recovery. Let us handle the process of seeking fair compensation for you.
For a free legal consultation with a Personal Injury lawyer serving American Fork, call (801) 266-0999
Dog Bite Laws in Utah Are on Your Side
Utah follows a strict liability rule related to dog bites and attacks. That means under Utah Code § 18-1-1, the dog owner is fully responsible for the dog’s actions in most situations.
You do not have to prove the dog was aggressive in the past. You do not have to prove that the owner should have known there was risk. Negligence is not a fact you have to prove. What you need to show is that the owner failed to prevent the dog from attacking you.
The only exceptions to this rule occur when the victim provokes the dog or is trespassing on the property. In those situations, the dog owner can claim you caused the incident and that it is not their fault. Let us investigate to ensure clarity in your case and your rights. Our case results show our track record of success.
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Proving What Your Dog Bite Accident Claim Is Worth
The value of a dog bite accident depends on factors such as the severity and permanency of your injuries. Those with long-term impacts, such as post-traumatic stress disorder or significant scarring, certainly need additional compensation. Some of the losses we commonly seek in these claims include:
- Medical costs: Emergency medical care, hospitalization, surgeries, medications, and rehabilitation costs
- Loss of wages: Costs include missed hours and earnings from work, loss of benefits, and any missed bonuses or overtime
- Reduction in earning capacity: Long-term injuries may result in a reduction in earning capacity, meaning you can no longer work the same job or earn as much due to injuries
- Pain and suffering: Compensation for the physical injuries and ongoing pain you continue to suffer due to the incident
- Emotional impact: Emotional distress and the onset of conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and depression
- Long-term complications: Nerve damage, amputations, serious scarring, or even loss of mobility-related costs
As a victim, your priority must be getting and following all medical care. Do not delay in speaking to our legal team about your accident. Under Utah Code § 78B-2-307, victims generally have four years from the date of the incident to seek legal action. Protect your rights by contacting us now.
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Turn to Siegfried & Jensen when you need results, compassion, and support. Our American Fork dog bite lawyer is the advocate you can count on even in challenging cases.
We operate on a contingency fee basis. That means you pay us nothing until we win your case. Request a case review now.
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