Dog Bite Lawyer in Fresno, California

If you were attacked by a dog in Fresno, California, you’re likely dealing with pain, medical bills, and a lot of questions.
When a dog attacks, the legal issues are often more complex than people realize, and California has specific laws that can work in your favor.

My law office represents dog bite victims throughout Fresno, all of Fresno County County, and nearby communities such as Clovis, Coalinga, Firebaugh, and Fowler.

You will work directly with a licensed California dog bite lawyer, 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 Fresno, across all of Fresno County County, and in nearby communities including Clovis, Coalinga, Firebaugh, and Fowler, 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.

? Why Dog Bite Cases Are Different 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.

? People I Fight For After Dog Attacks

No matter where a dog attack occurred in Fresno or throughout Fresno County 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

• Visitors, tenants, and invitees bitten on someone else’s property

• Pedestrians and bicyclists attacked on the street or sidewalk

I handle cases throughout Fresno, all of Fresno County County, and surrounding areas including Clovis, Coalinga, Firebaugh, and Fowler.

⚖️ Potentially Liable Parties in California Dog Bite Cases

Every case is different, but in many California dog bite cases one or more of the following may be responsible:

• The dog’s legal owner

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

• Homeowners or renters with applicable insurance coverage

• Businesses that allowed an unsafe dog on the property

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.

? Injuries Often Seen After Dog Attacks

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

• Tears, punctures, and crushing injuries

• Nerve damage or loss of feeling

• Serious infections, scarring, and disfigurement

• Facial injuries and eye trauma

• 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 Fresno 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

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 Fresno, you should:

• Seek prompt medical treatment and document all injuries

• Report the bite to local animal control or law enforcement

• Take photos of injuries and the scene if possible

• 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 Dog Bite Victims Choose My Law Office

I take dog bite cases personally because I know how life-changing these injuries can be.

When you hire my office, you get:

• Direct communication with the attorney handling your case

• No fees unless we win

• 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 Fresno, all of Fresno County County, and nearby communities like Clovis, Coalinga, Firebaugh, and Fowler.

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 Fresno, Fresno County County, and nearby communities such as Clovis, Coalinga, Firebaugh, and Fowler.

? 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 Fresno 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.