Huntington Beach Dog Bite Attorney

A sudden dog bite in Huntington Beach, CA can leave you injured, shaken, and unsure where to turn for help.

Dog attacks are not handled like simple fender-benders, and California has specific laws that can work in your favor.

My law office represents dog bite victims throughout Huntington Beach, all of Orange County, and nearby communities such as Aliso Viejo, Anaheim, Brea, and Buena Park.

I personally handle every case from start to finish, and you pay nothing unless we win.

📺 Watch This Short California Dog Bite Legal Guide

Understanding your rights after a dog bite in California can be confusing. In the video below, we explain how California’s strict liability law works and what victims should do immediately after an attack.

I handle dog bite cases in Huntington Beach, across all of Orange County, and in nearby communities including Aliso Viejo, Anaheim, Brea, and Buena Park, and other surrounding areas.

🧑‍⚖️ Why Choose a California Dog Bite Lawyer?

Dog bite cases involve unique legal issues. Insurance companies often argue that the victim provoked the dog, or that the owner didn’t know the dog was dangerous. My office knows how to defeat those arguments and pursue maximum compensation for serious injuries and permanent scarring.

🐾 What Makes Dog Bite Claims Unique in California

Dog bite claims involve special rules that most people – and many adjusters – don’t fully understand.

Under California’s dog bite statute, many owners are strictly liable when their dog bites someone who is lawfully on public or private property – even if the dog never bit anyone before.

In many cases, liability is clear – the insurance company simply argues about paying full and fair compensation.

🐶 Victims I Represent in Dog Bite Cases

No matter where a dog attack occurred in Huntington Beach or throughout Orange County, I am available to help victims recover medical bills, scarring compensation, and emotional damages.

I represent:

• Children, adults, and seniors hurt in dog attacks
• Delivery personnel, mail carriers, and other workers attacked while doing their jobs
• Guests, renters, and lawful visitors attacked at homes or businesses
• Pedestrians and bicyclists attacked on the street or sidewalk

I handle cases throughout Huntington Beach, all of Orange County, and surrounding areas including Aliso Viejo, Anaheim, Brea, and Buena Park.

⚖️ Who May Be Legally Responsible for a Dog Bite in Huntington Beach?

Depending on the facts, several different people or entities may share responsibility for a dog attack:

• The dog’s legal owner
• Landlords who knew about a dangerous dog and failed to act in time
• Homeowners or renters with applicable insurance coverage
• Commercial property owners that failed to keep visitors safe from a known dangerous dog

Part of my job is to find every possible source of insurance and compensation so that you are not left paying the price for someone else’s negligence.

🩺 Common Injuries in Dog Bite Cases

People often underestimate just how serious a dog bite can be, including:

• Deep puncture wounds and lacerations
• Damage to nerves, muscles, and tendons
• Serious infections, scarring, and disfigurement
• Facial wounds, eye injuries, and broken bones
• Emotional trauma, fear of dogs, and long-term anxiety

Part of a strong case is fully documenting both the physical and emotional impact of the attack.

⭐ California Dog Bite Liability – Strict Liability

Unlike many states, California law (Civil Code §3342) makes dog owners strictly liable when their dog bites someone—whether or not the owner was negligent and even if the dog never bit anyone before.

You don’t need to prove the owner was careless.

🐾 Children Are Often the Victims

Most dog bites in California involve children under 12. These injuries often involve permanent scarring, nerve damage, facial injuries, and emotional trauma. Our office handles serious dog bite cases throughout the state.

💰 What Compensation May Be Available

The value of a dog bite case in Huntington Beach can vary depending on the injuries, scarring, location of the attack, and available insurance coverage.

Depending on the facts of your case, you may be entitled to compensation for:

• Emergency treatment, surgery, and follow-up care
• Plastic surgery and scar revision
• Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
• Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
• Visible scarring and changes to daily activities

My goal is to fight for the full value of your case – not just whatever the insurance company first offers.

📌 Common Dog Bite Locations

Dog attacks commonly occur at:

• parks
• apartment complexes
• private homes
• public streets
• playgrounds
• restaurant patios
• mail delivery routes
• AirBnB properties
• dog-friendly retail locations

⏱ Time Limits & What To Do After a Dog Bite in Huntington Beach

California law only gives you a certain amount of time to act after a dog bite.

After a dog bite in Huntington Beach, you should:

• Get immediate medical care and follow your doctor’s orders
• Make an official report so there is a record of the attack
• Preserve evidence, including photos and witness information
• Do not let an insurance adjuster minimize your case

The sooner I can get involved, the better I can protect your evidence and your rights.

⭐ Why Work With My California Dog Bite Law Firm?

My practice is built on real communication, personal attention, and aggressive representation.

When you hire my office, you get:

• Direct communication with the attorney handling your case
• A contingency fee structure – you pay nothing unless we recover money for you
• Guidance on medical care, documentation, and dealing with bills
• An attorney who understands how juries view dog bite cases

Your case matters, and I take the time to understand your story and your goals.

I help dog bite victims across Huntington Beach, all of Orange County, and nearby communities like Aliso Viejo, Anaheim, Brea, and Buena Park.

If you or a loved one was bitten or attacked by a dog, you don’t have to face the insurance company alone. Call (800) 816-1529 Ext. 1 or contact me online for a free, confidential consultation.