A dog bite or attack can leave lasting physical disfigurement and emotional scars. If a dog bit you or someone you love, you can hold its owner accountable for their pet’s actions. Our Spartanburg County personal injury lawyer will investigate your case, identify the dog’s owner, assess your damages, and determine which insurance company to pursue.
At Farmer & Morris Law, PLLC, we are passionate about recovering damages for you and your family. One of our team members will review your case for free, and someone is available on our 24/7 helpline to answer any questions you have. Call our law firm today to find out how hard our Spartanburg County dog bite lawyer will go to bat for you.
- Can You Sue the Owner of the Dog That Bit You in Spartanburg County?
- How Much Is a Spartanburg County Dog Bite Case Worth?
- What Evidence Will Substantiate Your Spartanburg County Dog Bite Case?
- Contact Our Dog Bite Team for a Free Case Review
Can You Sue the Owner of the Dog that Bit You in Spartanburg County?
According to S.C. Ann § 47-3-110, you can seek compensation from the dog’s owner if you were bitten on public property (a dog bite or sidewalk, for example) or private property, i.e., in the owner’s home or yard.
You might not be entitled to compensation if you intentionally provoked the dog, so proving you did not do so is an integral part of your case. One of the first steps you should take after being hurt by a dog bite is to contact our law firm. One of our team members will review your case, listen to the circumstances of the dog bite, and explain your financial recovery options.
How Long do You Have to File a Lawsuit in Spartanburg County, South Carolina?
You generally have three years from the date the dog bite occurred to file your lawsuit, according to S.C. Ann § 15-3-530. If the person who was bitten was a minor, the statute of limitations is typically extended.
The best way to understand the filing deadline and how it applies to your case is to let our dog bite accident lawyer handle it for you. We will explain any potential fluctuations and help you avoid the potentially costly consequences of filing your lawsuit too late.
How Much Is a Spartanburg County Dog Bite Case Worth?
A dog bite is a serious injury that can require costly medical care. When we assess the monetary value of your case, we include all known medical bills. Because a dog bite or attack can create disfiguring injuries, we also seek compensation for medical and cosmetic procedures you may require in the future.
Additional damages our Spartanburg County dog bite lawyer will request for you include:
- Known and anticipated losses of income
- Treatment-related travel expenses
- Personal property damage or destruction
- Lasting physical impairments
- Physical pain and suffering
- Mental and emotional trauma
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Wrongful death damages, if applicable
Understanding all the forms of compensation you are entitled to recover can take more work than you think. Contact our Farmer & Morris Law, PLLC case assessment team to learn more about your recoverable damages.
How Much Will It Cost to Hire a Farmer & Morris Law, PLLC Dog Bite Attorney?
Worrying about how much it costs to hire a personal injury lawyer does not have to stop you from getting legal support when you need it most. We will accept your case on a contingency fee basis. Here is how that benefits you:
- We cover any costs associated with building your case
- You do not compensate us unless we win compensation for you
- If you do not obtain compensation, you will owe us no fees at all
Our legal service is risk-free, so you can put our dog bite team to work on your case immediately. While we focus on your financial recovery, you can focus on getting better.
What Evidence Will Substantiate Your Spartanburg County Dog Bite Case?
We will not ask you or your family to collect evidence since the process can be stressful and time-consuming. Instead, we get to work building the strongest possible case file, including:
- Animal control records that prove any previous interactions with the dog in your case
- Veterinarian records that document the dog’s health and temperament
- Medical records and bills that describe your injuries, their cause, and their ongoing costs
- First responder reports indicating the initial severity of your injuries
- Written prognosis describing your ongoing medical and cosmetic needs
- Proof of income to prove the value of the income your injuries and recovery cause you to miss
- Photos of your injuries and statements from eyewitnesses and medical experts
We also collect counseling and therapy records and bills, along with your written statement, to document the psychological impact of the dog bite.
What Do Previous Clients Say About Working With Your Law Firm?
We work hard to give your case the attention to detail it needs and deserves. Previous personal injury clients say:
- Hetty Trachsel: We would like to thank the Farmer and Morris Law Firm for their incredible professional integrity. We highly recommend each one of them … Absolutely wonderful experience!
- Pamela S: Gabrielle R. Valentine, from start to finish, proved to be an exceptional choice [for] handling my legal matters. She’s forthright, consistent, informed, and trustworthy … everything worked out very well…Highly Recommendable!
On our testimonials page, you can find additional reviews from satisfied clients and learn more about working with a law firm that makes you and your case a priority.
Contact Our Dog Bite Team for a Free Case Review
If a dog bit you or someone you love, we can help you get compensation for your medical bills, pain and suffering, and more. Learn more about the benefits of working with our Spartanburg County dog bite lawyer by contacting our case evaluation team at Farmer & Morris Law, PLLC today.