Our Utah dog bite personal injury law firm is dedicated to serving and representing victims injured by dog bites or other animal attacks throughout Salt Lake City and all of Utah. Unlike many other Utah dog bite personal injury attorneys, we have NEVER represented the dog owner/keeper or their insurance companies. Instead, our Utah dog bite legal practice is limited exclusively to personal injury and dog bite victims and we fight everyday to help them recover damages for all of their personal injury losses including past, ongoing and future difficulties.

Unfortunately, every year, thousands of people in Utah are attacked by dogs. Most of these Utah animal attacks could have been avoided if dog owners followed simple precautions such as abiding by leash laws, fencing yards, locking doors and gates and training or getting rid of vicious animals like pit bulls. When these dog attacks happen, injuries can be extremely serious and cost the injured victim large sums of money for medical bills. In addition, dog bites may cause strong physical and emotional scars to anyone but especially young children.

People who have been bitten or attacked by a dog may experience loss of sleep, fear of dogs, and general trepidation. It is important for anyone who has suffered from a dog bite injury to seek an experienced dog bite personal injury attorney. A qualified Utah dog bite personal injury lawyer is invaluable in sorting through state & local laws regarding dogs, gathering and evaluating medical information and negotiating with dog owners and their insurance companies.  This is especially true when the dog belongs to a family member or a friendly neighbor as insurance companies regularly use your relationship with the dog's owner or keeper as a weapon against you.  Don't fall for prey to this tactic.  Many times our Utah dog bite personal injury law firm is contacted by a dog owner who feels bad that their dog bit someone they love or care for and they want us to represent their friend or family member who is being hassled by an overzealous insurance adjuster who is taking unfair advantage of a Utah dog bite victim.

In most instances, at least in Utah, the owner of a dog is responsible for the injuries caused by their dog, regardless of any actual negligence. Your ability to recover from dog bite damages depends upon the physical and emotional injuries you have suffered as well as any medical care you have received or may receive as a result of them. Due to Utah statutes of limitations, the time to bring a Utah dog mauling injury claim is limited.  It is critical that you contact one of The Lance Firm's experienced Salt Lake City Dog Bite Attorneys as soon as possible.

What you do immediately following a Utah dog bite incident can affect your ability to recover monies from those responsible at a later date. After you have made sure the dog bite victim is safe or at least receiving proper medical attention, it is important to do the following:

• Determine the name and address of the dogs owner.
• Determine the name and breed of the dog.
• Get the names, addresses and phone numbers of any witnesses to the incident.
• Take photographs of the wound.
• Take photographs of the incident location.
• Have the doctor who treats you perform an in-depth evaluation of the wound.
• Do not permit the dog to be destroyed until you have consulted with an attorney. There is evidence that can be gathered from the dog while it is alive that will help with your dog bite lawsuit.

At The Lance Firm, PC, our Utah dog bite injury lawyers have extensive experience in representing victims of dog and animal attacks. Being bitten by a dog is a serious medical and psychological issue. We work closely with plastic surgeons and other medical providers to insure you recover all of your damages.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a dog bite or other animal attack, we are ready and willing to stand up and fight the insurance companies for your rights. Please contact us today for a free legal consultation with our experienced Utah dog bite attorney, Dustin Lance, to learn more about how we can help you.

Initial consultations and second opinions are always free and there is no fee unless we recover for you!

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