Where do you turn when man’s best friend turns vicious, attacking you and causing lasting physical and psychological damage? The Layton Law Firm litigates complicated, emotional dog bite claims, helping you understand your rights under North Carolina law and fighting for fair compensation for your losses. Our Gastonia, NC dog bite lawyer handles your claim against the dog’s owner, representing you in settlement negotiations and court proceedings. Call our firm today for a personalized consultation.
Dog Bite Lawyer Gastonia, NC
Even “just a nip” from a dog can cause serious health complications if it breaks the skin. The bacteria in a dog’s mouth often cause dangerous infections. The edges of a dog bite wound are difficult to suture, which leaves disfiguring scars and limits mobility. Nerve damage, missing muscle tissue, and other health issues can persist for months or longer. The psychological toll a dog attack takes lasts even longer. Many people suffer PTSD after a dog attack and develop lasting anxiety and phobias that restrict their activities and diminish their quality of life.
In North Carolina, owners may be held strictly liable for the injuries their dog causes, which means that you have the right to file a claim against the dog’s owner for your medical bills and non-material losses, such as pain and suffering and emotional trauma. Our Gastonia dog bite lawyer can help you understand your rights under North Carolina’s hybrid “one bite rule” for dog bite liability and support your pursuit of compensation. We seek the full amount of your damages, including all necessary medical and psychological care, as well as a suitable amount for your loss of quality of life.
We handle all the legal aspects of your claim, and as your legal advocate, also represent you in court, settlement negotiations, and any conversation with the dog’s owner, their lawyer, and their insurance company. It’s not unusual for dog owners to pressure victims into dropping their suit or blaming them for the attack. We shield you from this and swiftly address any harassment. We’re committed to achieving the best possible result for you and making the legal process as stress-free as we can.
Our Experience Matters After You’ve Been Attacked By A Dog
Dog bite victims suffer a considerable amount of victim-blaming, simply for asserting their rights to fair compensation for medical bills and other losses. Our Gastonia dog bite lawyer guides you through the claims process, shielding you from pressure from the other party and fighting for your rights.
- Firm founder Christopher D. Layton established the firm to help people who otherwise would have no advocate — our success comes from dedicated client care
- Our firm motto: “We don’t get paid unless YOU get paid.” It costs nothing while we work for you
- Named Best Personal Injury Lawyers in Charlotte by Expertise.com
- Neighborhood Favorite from our peers using the NextDoor app
- We offer video conferencing for your convenience, especially if you’re recovering from a personal injury
The Layton Law Firm has considerable resources to help you get a fair settlement after a dog attack. Call us today for a consultation.