The Bakersfield dog bite lawyer at the Law Offices of Mickey Fine understands how frightening a dog attack can be. If you were seriously injured, your entire life could be impacted. From high medical bills to disability and emotional trauma, you need to know your rights and who may be held liable for your injuries. Nearly 800,000 people require medical treatment for a dog bite in the United States annually, according to the CDC. That doesn’t include accidents caused by an altercation with a dog. The bite itself can cause significant injuries and trauma, but a dog bite doesn’t have to break the ..read more

Having served clients throughout California for decades, our Bakersfield dog bite lawyers are commonly asked about settlement possibilities for a range of cases, including dog bites. Whether visiting a friend or walking down a public street, a dog bite or attack can upend your day and may even cause lasting injury and scarring. The State of California has strict liability laws for dog bites, holding pet owners responsible for dog-bite damages. Victims can sue the dog owner whether or not the dog had a history of biting or viciousness. The owner is held liable for the dangerous behavior of thei ..read more

Dog bites can cause painful and debilitating injuries. In many cases, they can also leave victims with lifelong physical and emotional scars. Recovery can be a long and difficult process. For some dog bite victims, it will never be possible to fully move on. Due to the physical and emotional effects of dog attacks, it is important that victims get the medical care they need. As this treatment can be incredibly expensive, it is also important that victims recover just compensation when they can. Often, recovering fair compensation after a dog attack involves hiring a lawyer to establish liabili ..read more

One of the biggest risks associated with a dog bite is the risk of infection. Dog bites can cause several different types of infections, and these infections can lead to heart attack, kidney failure, gangrene, pneumonia, sepsis, brain damage, and even death. As a result, knowing dog bite infection signs is important for anyone who has been bitten, or whose child has been bitten, by a dog. If you or a loved one has been bitten or attacked by a dog, Bakersfield dog bite lawyer Mickey Fine wants to hear your story. Our firm has built a reputation for excellence in a range of personal injury cases ..read more

You’ve suffered a dog bite. Maybe it was a friend’s or neighbor’s dog. Or, maybe the dog belongs to someone you don’t know. Whatever the case may be, you’re in pain, you need medical care, and you need to make sure you can afford the costs of your injuries. So, what should you do next? Bakersfield dog bite lawyer Mickey Fine has helped many victims of dog attacks over the course of his distinguished career. He understands the challenges that accompany these vicious attacks and the hardships you may be facing as a result. There are several important steps to take after suffering a dog bite. Her ..read more

One of the greatest risks of a dog bite is the risk of infection. While most infections can be treated with a timely diagnosis, some dog attack victims can face long-term, permanent, or even fatal consequences. As a result, it is important to be aware of the signs of infection from a dog bite—and to see a doctor immediately if you have any concerns about a possible bite-related infection. Our Bakersfield dog bite lawyer understands the challenges faced by victims of vicious dog attacks. The Law Offices of Mickey Fine is committed to helping individuals and families pursue the maximum compensat ..read more

A dog attack can be an extremely traumatic experience. No matter what breed of dog attacks you, no matter who owns the dog, and no matter how seriously you are injured, it can be difficult to cope with being attacked by “man’s best friend.” From public parks to neighborhood sidewalks, dogs are everywhere in Bakersfield. Once you have been attacked, you may begin to see danger everywhere you go. For many people, the recovery process after a dog attack takes time. This applies not only to the physical effects of being bitten – which can be significant – but to the psychological effects as well ..read more

If you were bitten or attacked by a dog, you have the right to be compensated for your injuries. Dog bite laws vary from state to state, and it is therefore important to work with a dog bite lawyer who knows the specific laws that apply where you live. Dog bite laws in California are very strict and are designed to protect the victims of a dog bite attack. In fact, the State of California is so serious about protecting dog bite victims that it eliminated its “one-free bite” rule. California Civil Code 3342(a) states: The owner of any dog is liable for the damages suffered by any person who is ..read more