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Whenever a vicious dog bites or attacks someone, the person may suffer serious and sometimes permanent injuries, including scarring or disfigurement. This is especially true when a dangerous dog attacks an elderly person or child.
If a vicious dog recently attacked or bit you, it is important that you have knowledgeable legal representation in your corner advocating for you every step of the way.
At Cloward Trial Lawyers, we thoroughly understand Nevada’s dog bite statutes and are ready to help you file a claim or a lawsuit, seeking the monetary damages you need. While your case is pending, we can handle all insurance company negotiations and litigation on your behalf and represent you during all court proceedings.
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From my initial meeting with Benjamin Cloward I was impressed. My case had an added factor, as it occured out of state. His questions with regard to the facts of the accident were things I had never considered. I was very little help with the case as I had, and still have no memory of the accident (head trauma). Ben and his team navigated through the complexities of the case, acquiring all the information they could from out of state sources. When I called...
Our legal team will handle the entirety of your dog bite case, including:
Dog owners must take reasonable measures to protect the public from an aggressive animal. This is called a duty of care. As the American Bar Association (ABA) explains, failure to honor the duty of care makes someone negligent.
Whether the defendant in your case is a dog owner or another party, we’ll seek evidence that their negligence led to your dog bite. We may prove negligence with the following:
For example, photographs of a flimsy fence enclosure may prove that a dog owner failed to install proper fencing, therefore putting you at risk of a dog bite.
We will prove all the ways that a dog bite has negatively affected you. Useful documentation of damages may include:
Our team will seek to remove all doubt about how your dog bite has harmed you.
Before considering a trial, Cloward Trial Lawyers will first seek a fair settlement. Despite our firm’s name, we often secure settlements before a trial becomes necessary. However, we generally find that liable parties do not want to pay what they owe.
We are prepared to negotiate relentlessly for you.
Dog bite accident cases take time, whether we are dealing with an insurance claim or a lawsuit. Our firm will manage paperwork, communicate with insurance companies and courts, and oversee every other aspect of your case.
We will do everything in our power to resolve your case in Las Vegas as quickly as possible.
“Trial Lawyers” is in our firm’s name. While we always try to settle first, we remain prepared for trial. Unlike some law firms, we do not settle because it is a more certain outcome. We are confident that when we take cases to trial, we will win.
Infections are the greatest danger when a dog bites you. While infection can exacerbate the harm of a dog bite, even an uninfected bite can cause substantial harm.
Your recoverable damages may include:
When a dangerous dog attacks a person, the dog may knock them to the ground and cause them to suffer painful injuries, including traumatic head and brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, broken bones, or soft tissue contusions.
Moreover, if a dog bites their victim, the victim may sustain open cuts or lacerations, bite marks, or puncture wounds. Any of these wounds may require extensive medical treatment, and the bite victim may need to receive stitches or undergo a medical procedure, such as surgery. Following a dog bite, the victim may also experience scarring or disfigurement for the rest of their life.
If you sustained any of these injuries in a dog attack incident, the skilled Las Vegas dog bite attorneys at Cloward Trial Lawyers are here to help. We can investigate the circumstances of your incident and determine your eligibility for filing a personal injury claim for your injuries. In most instances, homeowner insurance policies cover dog bites. Therefore, we may be able to file a claim against the homeowner’s policy and pursue a favorable settlement on your behalf.
If you suffered injuries because of a dangerous dog, it is important that you speak with an experienced lawyer as soon as possible. Waiting too long to seek monetary compensation may cause you to miss the statute of limitations deadline in your case. If the statute of limitations runs, you will no longer be eligible to recover monetary compensation for your dog bite injuries.
At Cloward Trial Lawyers, we can help you take prompt legal action in your case to pursue the monetary damages you deserve. For a free case evaluation and legal consultation with a knowledgeable Las Vegas dog bite attorney, please call us or contact us online to learn more.
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The experienced team at Cloward Trial Lawyers has an impressive track record and has earned an unparalleled reputation in the legal community for its extensive expertise and exceptional client service.
You won’t have to pay large attorney’s fees unless you win your case. We believe our clients should receive the best representation without having to worry about a costly and stressful fee structure.
We consistently strive for the best outcomes for all of our clients and our track record of successful rates speaks for itself: 99% of victories achieved in personal injury cases.
We are devoted to guiding our clients through with the highest level of care, so they can feel secure knowing we will be by their side throughout the entire process.
Nevada does not hold dog owners strictly liable for dog bites. Victims generally must prove negligence or another legal cause of action to obtain compensation for a dog bite. If the dog bit someone before and the owner knew the dog had a propensity to bite, they should be liable when the dog causes injuries again. This is often referred to as the “one-bite rule.”
Nevada law applies a two-year statute of limitations to personal injury claims, which include dog bite cases. If you need to file a civil lawsuit in your case, you must do so within two years of the date of your injuries. Otherwise, the court can dismiss your injury lawsuit.
Dog attacks can result in many types of injuries, including:
Traumatic dog bite injuries need immediate medical attention. If the dog broke through the skin, you are at risk of an infection, and you need to have the wound professionally cleaned and treated. Some dog victims need multiple surgeries and might have permanent scarring.
Infections are the greatest danger when a dog bites you. While infection can exacerbate the harm of a dog bite, even an uninfected bite can cause substantial harm.
Your recoverable damages may include:
Many law firms serve dog bite victims in Las Vegas, so why should you hire Cloward Trial Lawyers? There are several good reasons, including:
Our law firm is capable, caring, and determined to get the money you deserve. Look no further for your dog bite lawyer in Las Vegas.
When a dangerous dog attacks a person, the dog may knock them to the ground and cause them to suffer painful injuries, including traumatic head and brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, broken bones, or soft tissue contusions.
Moreover, if a dog bites their victim, the victim may sustain open cuts or lacerations, bite marks, or puncture wounds. Any of these wounds may require extensive medical treatment, and the bite victim may need to receive stitches or undergo a medical procedure, such as surgery. Following a dog bite, the victim may also experience scarring or disfigurement for the rest of their life.
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If you sustained any of these injuries in a dog attack incident, the skilled Las Vegas dog bite attorneys at Cloward Trial Lawyers are here to help. We can investigate the circumstances of your incident and determine your eligibility for filing a personal injury claim for your injuries. In most instances, homeowner insurance policies cover dog bites. Therefore, we may be able to file a claim against the homeowner’s policy and pursue a favorable settlement on your behalf.
If you suffered injuries because of a dangerous dog, it is important that you speak with an experienced lawyer as soon as possible. Waiting too long to seek monetary compensation may cause you to miss the statute of limitations deadline in your case. If the statute of limitations runs, you will no longer be eligible to recover monetary compensation for your dog bite injuries.
At Cloward Trial Lawyers, we can help you take prompt legal action in your case to pursue the monetary damages you deserve. For a free case evaluation and legal consultation with a knowledgeable Las Vegas dog bite attorney, please call us or contact us online to learn more.
If you were a dog bite victim, you might have many questions. Our skilled lawyers understand what you’ve been through and are here to help, one question at a time.
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Like other states, Nevada dog bites are governed by state statutes. Unlike the laws in other states, a dog owner in Nevada is not responsible for a dog bite or attack if their dog never bit anyone in the past. In fact, an owner can only be responsible for a dog bite in three circumstances.
Moreover, a dog owner can be responsible for bite injuries if their dog behaves in a menacing or threatening manner one time – but not two times – in recent months. The same is true if their dog behaves in a menacing or threatening manner towards individuals while it is on a leash.
Dog bite victims who suffer injuries may be eligible to recover various types of monetary damages. The main purpose of these damages is to make bite victims whole again, to the greatest extent possible. Although money can never fully substitute for an injury – especially a long-term or permanent one – it can help to bring the bite victim justice and closure.
The monetary damages that a bite victim may recover depend on various circumstances, including the injuries the bite victim received in the attack, the circumstances surrounding the incident, and the medical care and treatment the bite victim underwent.
First, dog bite victims could recover monetary damages for their medical expenses, including the costs associated with doctor visits, medical procedures, stitches, physical therapy, and other treatment. Moreover, if their injuries prevented them from working at their job, they could assert a lost wage claim by introducing documents from their employer, including copies of their earnings statements and tax returns.
In addition to recovering economic damages following a dog attack, bite victims could pursue compensation for their physical pain and suffering, permanent scarring or disfigurement, humiliation, mental distress, inconvenience, and loss of life enjoyment stemming from their dog bite injuries.
At Cloward Trial Lawyers, our team can thoroughly investigate the circumstances of your dog bite incident and explore all of your legal options for recovering the monetary compensation you deserve. During settlement negotiations, we can help you decide whether you should accept a pending offer from the insurance company or file a lawsuit against the dog owner and litigate your case in the court system.
Our personal injury law firm operates under a contingency fee. This means you won’t be charged a single dollar until we win your dog bite case.
For a free legal consultation and case evaluation with a skilled attorney, please give us a call or contact us online to learn more.
Benjamin P. Cloward became the youngest lawyer in the history of the State of Nevada to be awarded the prestigious “Trial Lawyer of the Year” by the Nevada Justice Association.
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Ian Estrada moved to Las Vegas in 2011 to work for a prestigious, local defense firm where he represented national insurance companies in personal injury lawsuits.
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Landon Littlefield spent several years working as a complex commercial litigation attorney before finding his passion in personal injury.
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Riley Clayton has successfully tried numerous personal injury, wrongful death, and insurance bad faith cases to verdict.
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Dillon Coil focuses on serving injured workers, police officers, firefighters, laborers, and their families.
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