I Was Bit By A Dog While Working As A Contractor In A Private Home – What Can I Do?

Many people employed as skilled tradesmen, such as a painter, electricians, roofers, or HVAC technicians, work in a variety of private homes each week or even each day. And while this change of location can add to the interest in the job and help avoid boredom, it can create some unusual safety issues, especially when a dog is living in the home. If you have suffered a dog bite while working in a private home, you are sure to be worried about many issues, from your safety and health to paying for the added medical bills to treat the wounds.

This might seem to be an issue you never considered when deciding to work on houses for a living. But once it happens to you, there are many questions and concerns that you do not know how to get answered. Fortunately, the legal pros at Normandie Law Firm are eager to provide all the answers you need in a free consultation. Our dog bite injury lawyers and expert worker’s comp attorneys are ready to provide the answers and guidance you need to overcome this challenging event. Our goal is to provide the necessary information and understanding to allow dog bite injury victims to take the proper steps to protect their rights and financial future.

Don’t hesitate to contact Normandie Law Firm today to learn more about our staff, their services, and how we can help you get the compensation you need for your dog bite injuries and losses. We are here 24/7 to take your call. But, before taking any other action, seek medical care for your dog bite wounds, even if they appear minor. Your health could depend on it.

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Any Dog Bite Can Become Life-Threatening
Sadly, many people will overlook the potential health hazard of a dog bite unless it is very severe. They see a small puncture wound or tiny bite mark and think it will heal quickly. However, the significant number of germs and bacteria in a dog’s mouth and saliva are almost sure to cause a severe infection without proper medical care.

In the case of a family dog in a home where you were working as a painter, electrician, or remodeling pro, you assume that the animal is healthy and up to date on shots. So you have no worries about getting rabies or the other common maladies related to a sick dog. However, the everyday bacteria in every dog’s mouth is capable of causing:

• Cellulitis
• Staph Infection
• Strep Infection
• Blood Infection
• Bone Infection

Without proper treatment of the dog bite wound immediately, you could face a significant infection requiring a hospital stay and surgery. So never overlook the value of seeking immediate medical care for any dog bite wound, even if it appears minor or barely breaks the skin.
Who Is Liable For Your Injuries And Medical Bills?
In California, the strict liability dog bite laws make this question reasonably easy to answer in most cases. However, when a dog bite occurs while you are at work, your options can change a bit. First, strict liability means the dog owner is responsible for any injuries caused by their dog. This includes your medical bills to treat the injuries caused by the dog bite. In addition, because you were working at the time of the dog bite, you could file a worker’s comp claim through your employer to have your medical bills paid and possibly recover some lost wages if you cannot work while you heal.

Unfortunately, while this all sounds relatively simple, getting the dog owner to take financial responsibility is not always as straightforward as it could be. However, the seasoned dog bite injury attorneys at Normandie Law Firm are here to help. We offer a free consultation to explain your rights as a dog bite injury victim and how our staff can help you by securing the compensation that is owed to you for your injuries and losses. Just contact the Normandie Law Firm office today to schedule your free consultation and know that you are moving forward in a manner that will ensure your financial stability as you heal and prepare to return to your job as a painter, electrician, plumber, or other tradesmen in California.
The Statute Of Limitations On Dog Bite Injuries
Dog bite injury victims have only two years from the date of the incident to file a claim in the court system to recover losses from the dog owner. If you fail to file within that time period, you will have lost your right to make a claim in most cases. If any exceptions to this rule apply to your case, the Normandie Law Firm legal team will explain how and why you qualify for a longer time to file your claim.

For a worker’s comp claim for a dog bite injury, you have only 30 days to begin the claim process with your employer. However, in both cases, the staff at Normandie Law Firm recommends that you notify your supervisor or company owner as soon as possible after the dog bite incident. Then contact Normandie Law Firm to better understand your rights as an injury victim and how to move forward without jeopardizing your ability to seek full compensation for your injuries and losses later.

What Is A Dog Bite Lawsuit Worth, And When Will I Get The Money?
All lawsuit verdicts and settlements are determined by the actual amount of the losses and expenses incurred by the injury victim. In your case, the cost of your medical bills and legal fees will be included in the amount. In addition, any other expenses related to the injuries will be included. You also have the right to ask for your lost wages to be reimbursed. The legal team at Normandie Law Firm will assist you in determining which expenses you can include in your claim.

The time to settle a lawsuit is never easy to predict. The time will vary from the severity of your injuries to the workload of the court. Even the defendant’s actions and responses will impact how long it takes to get your settlement in your hands. That is why Normandie Law Firm always recommends seeking legal guidance as soon as possible to get you the money you need as fast as possible.
No Upfront Fees
At Normandie Law Firm, we believe that dog bite injury victims have enough financial stress without facing legal bills before settling their cases. So our policy is only to get paid for our services after we have secured a settlement or verdict in your favor. And if we don’t win, you owe us nothing for our time. This pledge lets our clients know that we care about their well-being and are willing to put them first in everything we do, including getting paid. We have faith in the legal system, our legal staff, and our ability to get each client the compensation they deserve for their injuries and losses. Please get in touch with the Normandie Law Firm today for your free consultation and a sense of confidence as you move forward after your dog bite injuries.

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