Oakland Dog Bite Attorney

If you were attacked by a dog in Oakland, California, you’re likely dealing with pain, medical bills, and a lot of questions.
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 Oakland, all of Alameda County County, and nearby communities such as Alameda, Albany, Berkeley, and Dublin.

Your case is never handed off to a non-attorney, 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 Oakland, across all of Alameda County County, and in nearby communities including Alameda, Albany, Berkeley, and Dublin, 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

California’s dog bite laws create unique rights and responsibilities for owners and injured victims.

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.

That means the real fight is not usually about whether the dog owner is responsible, but how much your case is worth.

? Victims I Represent in Dog Bite Cases

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

I represent:

• Adults and children injured in dog bites

• Delivery personnel, mail carriers, and other workers attacked while doing their jobs

• Guests, renters, and lawful visitors attacked at homes or businesses

• People bitten by off-leash or improperly controlled dogs in public

I handle cases throughout Oakland, all of Alameda County County, and surrounding areas including Alameda, Albany, Berkeley, and Dublin.

⚖️ Who Can Be Sued After a Dog Attack?

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

• The person or family who owns the dog

• Property owners who allowed a known dangerous dog on the premises

• Homeowners and renters whose insurance may cover the attack

• Commercial property owners that failed to keep visitors safe from a known dangerous dog

I carefully investigate each case to identify all responsible parties and all available insurance policies so that you are not left paying the price for someone else’s negligence.

? Common Injuries in Dog Bite Cases

Dog attacks can leave both visible and hidden injuries that last a lifetime, 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 Oakland 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

• Reconstructive procedures and scar repair

• Lost wages and loss of earning capacity

• Pain, suffering, and emotional distress

• Disfigurement and loss of enjoyment of life

I work to ensure that any settlement or verdict reflects the true impact this dog bite has had on your life and future.

? 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

⏱ Don’t Wait to Protect Your Rights

If you wait too long, you may lose important legal rights completely.

After a dog bite in Oakland, you should:

• Get immediate medical care and follow your doctor’s orders

• Report the bite to local animal control or law enforcement

• Preserve evidence, including photos and witness information

• Do not let an insurance adjuster minimize your case

Calling a lawyer early helps preserve evidence and prevents costly mistakes.

⭐ Why Dog Bite Victims Choose My Law Office

You deserve a lawyer who will actually handle your case – not just sign you up and disappear.

When you hire my office, you get:

• Direct access to me, a licensed California attorney

• No fees unless we win

• Help coordinating medical treatment and documentation

• An attorney who understands how juries view dog bite cases

You are not just another file in a high-volume settlement mill.

I help dog bite victims across Oakland, all of Alameda County County, and nearby communities like Alameda, Albany, Berkeley, and Dublin.

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.

I represent victims throughout Oakland, Alameda County County, and nearby communities such as Alameda, Albany, Berkeley, and Dublin.

? Serving Dog Bite Victims Across California

A dog bite case is about more than just numbers; it’s about making sure you have the resources and accountability you deserve. I take that responsibility seriously.

If you were injured in a dog bite incident in Oakland or anywhere in California, I am ready to listen and help.

Call (800) 816-1529 Ext. 1 or submit your case online – there is no fee unless we win.