Orange County Dog Park Injury Lawyers

In designated parks and beaches, dogs are given the luxury of being off-leash and the opportunity to play with other dogs and with their owners. Even though dogs enjoy more freedom while inside leash-free zones, this does not mean that a dog owner can bring an aggressive dog and expect to be free from liability if that dog attacks a person. Leash-free zones do not relieve dog owners of their responsibility to keep their pets’ behavior in check.

If you were injured while you were enjoying an Orange County dog park or beach, consider involving an attorney to protect your rights. Here at Leslie Law Firm, we represent dog bite victims throughout Southern California. Contact us today to discuss your case in a no-obligation, no-cost consultation.

All dog parks and beaches in Orange County have rules that must be followed to make the experience pleasant for all visitors – and protect them, as well. Prominent rules include:

If a dog owner violates any of these rules, and it results in you, a loved one, or your pet being injured, you have a right to take legal action.

To hold a dog’s owner or keeper responsible, your lawyer must prove that they acted in a negligent manner, which directly led to the incident that caused you harm. There are three basic elements to a claim:

Courts may also look at other factors when deciding whether an individual was negligent or not. One factor is whether the injury you suffered was “reasonably foreseeable” – could the dog’s owner have predicted what would happen under the circumstances?

People who are victims of dog attacks should see a medical professional to ensure that the wounds are treated properly and to have an official record of the incident. Common injuries after a violent incident with a dog include:

Children are particularly vulnerable to dog attacks. Bites vary in severity; some are horrendous, leaving victims with lasting injuries and permanent disfigurement. Parents can file lawsuits on behalf of their children.

California classifies dogs as personal property. If your dog is injured or killed at a dog park or beach, you can pursue compensation under a property damage theory of liability. Therefore, you can seek compensation based on the difference between the animal’s market value prior to and after the incident.

Common injuries suffered by dogs after an attack include:

Since 1974, we have been assisting the people of Orange County after horrific dog attacks that leave them wondering what to do next. It does not matter if the incident took place in public or in a dog park – we will fight for the compensation you need to move on with your life. Contact Leslie Law Firm at (949) 752-7474 to schedule your free consultation today.

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