Are you the victim of a dog bite?
Our team at GriffithLaw Injury Lawyers can provide the legal support you deserve after an animal attack. We have nearly a century of combined legal experience, and we understand what it takes to successfully handle claims for clients like you.
You can count on our Clarksville dog bite lawyers to assess your situation, answer your questions, and develop a personalized plan to address your legal concerns.
Our Clarksville personal injury lawyers are ready to take charge of your legal situation. Contact us now so we can fight to bring you the money you need to cover your medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and other losses.
How Our Dog Bite Lawyers in Clarksville Will Help
Our team understands Tennessee’s complicated dog bite laws, and we take charge to help injury victims in your situation. We provide comprehensive legal assistance while focusing on helping you make a full financial recovery.
You can count on us to:
- Answer questions you have about your dog bite claim
- Explain what to do after an animal attacks you
- Gather evidence to support your case
- Keep accurate records of all of your losses
- Assist with legal communications with insurance representatives and other lawyers
- Help with settlement negotiations
- Take charge of a lawsuit when necessary
We have a reputation for successfully handling these claims, recently securing $900,000 after a dog attacked a child, causing injuries that required reconstructive care. You can reach out for a risk-free consultation to learn more about how we can assist you and the potential value of your claim.
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Tennessee’s Laws on Dog Bite Claims
The laws surrounding animal attacks in Tennessee are complicated, but we’re here to guide you through them. Depending on your situation, you may file a claim based on:
Strict Liability
Tennessee requires dog owners to maintain reasonable control of their pets while preventing them from running at large.
If an attack occurs while a dog is “running at large,” or running around on someone else’s property without the consent of the property owner, or running around on a place open to the public, the owner is automatically liable for the losses of the injury victim.
Under this strict liability law, your dog bite lawyer in Clarksville doesn’t have to show that the owner knew their dog was dangerous before the attack.
Negligence and the “One-Bite” Rule
Tennessee also has its own version of the “one-bite” rule that allows injury victims to bring a claim based on negligence in some cases. Basically, you may file this kind of claim after an attack by a dog with known “dangerous propensities.”
This law may come into play if a dog attacks someone on its owner’s property, where the strict liability rule above doesn’t apply.
It’s more challenging for animal attack victims to get compensation if the attack occurs on the dog owner’s property, due to the “residential exception” laws in Tennessee. In this case, you must prove that the owner knew (or should have known) their dog had dangerous tendencies to move forward with a claim.
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Compensation for Dog Bite Injuries
You may qualify for funds to cover all of your economic and non-economic losses after an animal attack.
Depending on your circumstances, you may qualify for funds to pay for your:
Medical Expenses
Dog bites often result in catastrophic injuries. You may need surgeries, physical therapy appointments, and treatment for rabies after an attack. We believe that the liable party should have to pay for all of these losses on your behalf.
Lost Income
You may miss a lot of time at your job while healing after an attack by an animal. The liable party could have to cover your lost wages. If the attack disables you, you may qualify for additional compensation for your reduced earning potential.
Pain and Suffering
Attacks by animals can have lasting effects on your emotional and mental health. We believe that the liable party should have to pay for your emotional distress, physical suffering, and mental anguish. We’ll work with you to determine a value for these non-economic losses.
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Serving Franklin, Clarksville, Murfreesboro & beyond. Call (615) 807 7900.
Deadlines on Dog Bite Claims in Tennessee
Tennessee gives most injury victims a year to file a claim after an attack by an animal, though this deadline can vary. Due to the short statute of limitations on these claims, it’s crucial that you begin the legal process quickly after an attack.
Our team can take charge quickly. We’ll handle all legal matters on your behalf and ensure you have someone there to support your rights during all stages of the legal process.
Get Help From Us After an Animal Attack in Clarksville, TN
Our team at GriffithLaw Injury Lawyers can offer the help and support you need as you go through the legal process. Our Clarksville dog bite lawyers understand your situation and stand ready to put you first.
Contact us now, and we’ll start reviewing your case. There are no fees unless we win.
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