The aftermath of a dog bite can include costly physical and psychological trauma. You should not bear the financial burden of a dog bite if a negligent dog owner is to blame. Our Boiling Springs dog bite lawyers will deal with the insurance company, including investigating your case and negotiating for the best possible financial recovery for you.
Let our Boiling Springs personal injury lawyers do all the hard work. A Farmer & Morris Law, PLLC team member will review the details and merits of your claim at no cost. We will also accept your claim on a contingency fee basis, so you can get started immediately. Contact our consultation team for more information.
How Our Boiling Springs Dog Bite Attorneys will Fight for Your Financial Recovery
When you choose our personal injury law firm, we will represent you with integrity and experience that gets results. To present the strongest possible claim for you, our Boiling Springs dog bite lawyers will do all of the following:
- Speak with the insurance company and its adjuster
- Assess and document your recoverable damages
- Identify the homeowner’s or pet liability insurance company
- Locate and interview eyewitnesses and relevant experts
- Complete and submit insurance forms and legal paperwork
- Fill out and submit paperwork on your behalf
Our client-focused legal team will also provide regular, timely, and informative updates and progress reports. We will negotiate for a fair settlement on your behalf and represent you in court, if necessary, though this rarely occurs. We have recovered over $100 million for previous clients and will not stop fighting for you.
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- “We would like to thank Farmer and Morris Law Firm for their incredible professional integrity. We highly recommend each one of them. The excellence they serve you with is nowhere to be found but with them. Absolutely wonderful experience!” –Hetty Trachsel
- “I cannot express how much we love Farmer & Morris Law. They treat you like you matter and always make sure you understand what is going on. We worked with them for a few years on a difficult case and the outcome was very favorable!” –Jerrica Ford
Our Boiling Springs dog bite injury lawyers work hard to make every client a priority. We will fight to recover the financial compensation you need to start rebuilding your life.
Recoverable Damages for Boiling Springs Dog Bite Injury Victims
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 20 percent of dog bites require medical treatment. The financial impact of a dog bite incident includes both physical and psychological treatment costs.
Recoverable economic and non-economic damages for a dog bite can include:
- Current and future medical bills
- Current and future lost wages
- Property damage
- Lasting scarring and disfigurement
- Physical pain and suffering
- Mental and emotional anguish
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Our Boiling Springs wrongful death lawyers will also request a range of wrongful death damages for your family if you lost a loved one due to a dog bite or attack. In addition to funeral and burial expenses, we may help you recover loss of income, domestic support, consortium, and companionship.
Avoid a Potentially Costly Delay in Filing Your South Carolina Dog Bite Lawsuit
In South Carolina, you generally have three years to file a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit, according to S.C. Ann § 15-3-530. If the bite victim was a minor at the time of the attack, the statutory clock generally starts running on their 18th birthday.
Let our Boiling Springs animal bite lawyers handle your lawsuit, including interpreting the correct date and filing it within the allotted time. Contact our consultation team at Farmer & Morris Law, PLLC, to get started with a free initial consultation.
Our Lawyers will Define the Boiling Springs Dog Owner’s Financial Liability
Since South Carolina is a strict liability state, the owner of the dog that bit you will likely bear financial liability. In most cases, this means pursuing compensation from their homeowner’s, renter’s, or pet liability insurance policy. Our legal team will pursue all avenues of financial recovery on your behalf.
We are available 24/7 via our helpline so you can get answers about your case at your convenience. Our goal is excellence in legal representation in every case, with every client, and at every stage. To provide this for you, our personal injury attorneys will identify the liable party and their insurer and may even sue the dog owner personally, if needed, to recover damages for you.
Leave Evidence Collection to Our Experienced Dog Bite Attorneys
The animal owner and their insurance company will demand evidence to substantiate your injury claim. To build the strongest possible case file for you, we may collect the following:
- Proof of the dog’s breed and any relevant behavioral characteristics
- Photos and videos of the scene, the dog (if possible), and your injuries
- Statements from eyewitnesses and medical experts
- Reports from police, animal control, and first responders at the scene
- Medical records and bills detailing your injuries and their cause
We may also collect evidence to prove the value of any property damaged or destroyed in the bite event. If you are pursuing lost wages, we will collect evidence of their value, including direct deposit receipts and other proof of income.
Get a No-Cost, No-Obligation Review of Your Boiling Springs Dog Bite Claim
You do not have to manage all the details of your personal injury claim alone. If you or a loved one was injured, a Boiling Springs dog bite lawyer from our team will advocate for your financial recovery.
Find out how we can build a strong case for fair compensation. Contact our consultation team at Farmer & Morris Law, PLLC, today to learn more.