If you are bitten by a dog in New Haven, Connecticut laws allow you to recover compensation for your medical bills and other costs related to the attack. Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC’s personal injury team has been helping injury victims seek compensation since 1938. We have the knowledge and resources to determine who is responsible for the dog bite and hold them accountable. Call us now for a free consultation.
Seeking a Fair Settlement with the Help of Our Dog Bite Attorneys
Dog bites can cause debilitating injuries with significant lifelong complications. You should not have to pay for the financial, emotional, and physical consequences of a dog owner’s carelessness. Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC helps you get the compensation you need to recover your health and well-being.
Getting Medical Care for Your Dog Bite Injuries
Dog bite injuries may require extensive treatment, including emergency care, IV antibiotics, surgery, and rehabilitative therapy. You might need assistive equipment, prosthetics, or disability accommodations as you recover and return to your daily life. Medical costs can mount quickly, especially if you are unable to work because of your dog bite injuries. We fight for compensation for all current and future medical expenses related to the dog attack.
Recovering Your Lost Income
If you cannot work because of your dog bite injuries, we pursue compensation for lost hourly wages, salary, benefits, and more. Our team consults with economic specialists to determine how much you would have earned if you hadn’t been injured. We want to ensure you receive full value for both current and future income loss.
Mitigating Physical, Mental, and Emotional Distress
Dog bites are painful, both initially and during the recovery process. The mental and emotional effects can be equally debilitating, especially if you suffer scarring and disfigurement. Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC listens to your story to understand how the dog bite affects your quality of life. For example, if you are unable to engage in hobbies you once enjoyed, we could include these losses in your claim. Our attorneys want you to receive monetary compensation for all the ways the attack affected your quality of life.
Get Legal Help From Attorneys Who Care
When you hire Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC for your dog bite claim, you receive attentive representation from a dedicated team of attorneys focused on getting results for you. We limit the number of cases we accept so our attorneys can give your case the time and attention it deserves.
Your assigned legal team is the primary point of contact for all emails, calls, and other legal correspondence related to your dog bite case. You can expect:
- Constant communication throughout your legal claim
- Consistent support and availability from your legal team
- Attentive representation focused on your specific needs and goals
We have helped many dog bite victims recover compensation for their injuries. Let us help you get the settlement you need. Rest assured, we will not settle for less than you deserve.
Securing a Letter of Protection for Your Dog Bite Treatment
If you need help getting medical care after a dog attack, our team can get a letter of protection (LOP) for your treatment. With an LOP, a doctor agrees to provide medical treatment while you wait for your case to resolve. The goal is to pay your medical bills with part of your final settlement or award.
Put Our Firm’s Experience to Work For Your Dog Bite Case
Our law firm has been fighting for your rights for over 85 years. We have established a reputation for successful litigation, recovering millions of dollars for our injury clients. Some of our dog bite settlements include:
- $800,000 for our client who suffered serious injuries when he was bitten by a dog while working.
- $750,000 for a child riding his bicycle when a dog dragged him from his bike and bit him on the arm and head.
- $500,000 for our client who sustained severe lower leg injuries due to a dog bite.
No matter how complex your case is, Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC has the knowledge and resources to get the settlement you deserve.
Handling Your Case Every Step of the Way
When you work with our firm, you receive comprehensive legal support from your free initial consultation through the final settlement or verdict.
Your assigned legal team will handle every aspect of your claim, including:
- Fielding calls and emails from insurance companies and attorneys
- Compiling evidence, such as witness statements, police reports, and animal control records
- Building a case for full damages, including medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering
- Negotiating with insurance representatives for a fair settlement value
- Filing a dog bite lawsuit and representing you in the courtroom, if necessary
Understanding Dog Bite Laws in New Haven, CT
If you are bitten by a dog in New Haven, CT, you have a right to seek compensation from the responsible party. Per CT Gen. Stat. § 22-357, the dog’s owner or keeper is liable for any damages that arise from their animal’s behavior, unless the injured person was tormenting the dog or committing a crime at the time of the attack.
Local Dog Bite Ordinances
Connecticut laws generally require the dog’s owner or keeper to maintain control of the dog at all times. New Haven’s ordinances emphasize this requirement by requiring animals to be under control of a leash or other method designed for animal control.
They also define dogs as potentially dangerous, dangerous, or vicious, with varying requirements for posted warnings, registration, confinement, and control. If the dog’s owner or keeper fails to meet these requirements, they could be subject to criminal proceedings as well as civil damages.
Reach Out to Our New Haven Team for a Free Case Review Today
Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC’s team of attorneys are ready to help you navigate state and local dog bite laws in New Haven, CT. Contact our office today for a free consultation about your dog bite claim. If you decide to hire us, we will handle your case at no upfront cost. You have a limited time to file a claim, so don’t wait – call today to start the legal process.