Sound Legal Representation for Victims of Dog Bites
If you or a family member has been bitten and injured by a dog, contact an experienced lawyer right away to protect your rights.
The attorneys at the law offices of Slive & Slive Co., L.P.A. have over 30 years of representing victims of dog bites throughout the Northeast Ohio area. We will thoroughly investigate the circumstances surrounding the dog bite and will pursue a an appropriate settlement.
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Contact Slive & Slive today for a free initial consultation at our Cleveland, Ohio offices.
Dog owners are required by law to control/restrain their animal to ensure public safety. A dog owner may be held responsible whether a dog bite occurs on public or private property. We will investigate such questions as:
- Was the dog provoked?
- Was the dog on a leash and/or restrained by the owner?
- Is the dog an aggressive breed?
- Does the dog have a history of violent behavior or attacks?
Dog owners are required by law to control/restrain their animal to ensure public safety. The dog owner may be held responsible whether the dog bite occurs on public or private property. Dog owners may be liable for injuries caused by their animals if they are not properly secured on their premises, on a leash, or if the owner knew that the animal was prone to violence.
Ohio dog bite law is strict liability. This means that the dog owner must pay for a victim's medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and scarring as long as the victim was not a trespasser or tormenting, teasing, or abusing the dog at the time of the incident.
An animal's owner is liable for any damage that their animal causes if the animal trespasses on another property. Owners must ensure that their animals are restrained from roaming off their premises. Animals must also be leashed when in public. Even if the animal is on the owner's property, the owner may be responsible for any injury caused if the owner knew that the animal had a propensity for violent behavior or had attacked in the past.
We will assess your case and educate you regarding your legal rights. We will pursue your case fully, from collecting evidence and documentation of costs to trial if necessary. We will work with your need for medical care.
A dog bite can be a traumatic experience. The attorneys at Slive & Slive will be sensitive to your concerns. Frequently children are victims of dog bites, resulting in facial injuries, scars, medical bills, and emotional trama.
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If you are dealing with the repercussions of a dog bite or other animal attack, contact us today for a free initial consultation. Your phone calls will be returned promptly and your needs addressed timely. Our Cleveland offices offer Saturday morning appointments and we accept all major credit cards. We take personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis; therefore, our attorney fees are a portion of your recovery, and you only have to pay those fees if we secure a settlement or verdict on your behalf.
