A dedicated dog bite attorney helping injured victims across Lynnwood pursue full compensation from negligent dog owners.
Washington holds dog owners strictly liable for bites, and we’re here to help you use that law to your advantage.
Washington applies strict liability to dog bite cases. That means a dog bite lawyer doesn’t need to prove the owner knew their animal was dangerous or had bitten someone before. If a dog bites a person who is lawfully in a public place or lawfully on private property, the owner is generally responsible for the resulting harm.
This is a meaningful advantage for injury victims, but insurance companies still fight these claims hard. Homeowners’ and renters’ insurance policies often provide the coverage that pays a settlement, and adjusters are trained to minimize payouts however they can.
As your personal injury lawyer, we build your dog bite claim around the medical evidence, the circumstances of the attack, and Washington’s strict liability standard, so the insurer has less room to argue you were somehow at fault.
Dog bites happen in places people expect to feel safe: sidewalks in downtown Lynnwood, neighborhood parks, and even a friend’s backyard. As a negligence lawyer handling these cases, we’ve seen the same patterns come up again and again.
Dog bite injuries range from puncture wounds and lacerations to deep tissue damage, nerve injury, and scarring that requires reconstructive surgery. Facial injuries in children are especially common and can carry lasting emotional consequences, including anxiety around animals for years afterward.
Beyond the physical wounds, victims often face real financial strain. As your injury compensation lawyer, we account for every category of loss when building your claim.
We handle the legal work so you can focus on healing. From the first call to a final resolution, our approach centers on thorough preparation and honest communication.
Every dog bite case is different, but our process stays consistent: investigate thoroughly, negotiate firmly, and prepare for litigation if the insurer won’t offer a fair result.
If you or a loved one has been bitten, the steps you take in the first hours and days can shape your entire claim. Here’s what we recommend.
Washington law allows dog bite victims to pursue compensation for a wide range of damages, and the strict liability statute makes these claims more straightforward than many other personal injury claims. Recoverable damages typically include medical expenses compensation, lost wages, and pain and suffering tied to the physical scarring and emotional distress an attack can cause.
There are exceptions worth understanding, including cases involving trespassing or provocation of the dog, and every case carries its own filing deadlines under Washington’s statute of limitations. An experienced injury compensation lawyer can walk you through how these rules apply to your specific situation and what your claim may realistically be worth.
We also review whether a homeowner’s, renter’s, or landlord’s insurance policy applies, since coverage details can affect how quickly a settlement comes together and how much is available to compensate you.
You don’t have to face an insurance company alone after being attacked by someone else’s dog. Let our office review the details of your bite, explain your options in plain language, and pursue the compensation Washington law entitles you to.
A personal injury lawyer with over 45 years fighting for injured people throughout Snohomish and Island Counties.