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How a Baton Rouge Dog Bite Lawyer Can Help

Getting the compensation you need to recuperate from a dog bite can be incredibly complicated and time-consuming, especially if you’re dealing with a painful or debilitating injury. The good news is that our dog bite attorneys in Baton Rouge can tackle every step of the legal process for you, so you can focus on getting better. Here’s what our team can do to get the damages you need to get back on your feet:

  • Investigate the dog’s history and prior complaints
  • Interview witnesses and collect statements
  • Obtain medical records and expert opinions
  • Handle all communication with insurers
  • Calculate and pursue full compensation
  • File a lawsuit and represent you in court if necessary

We know how to deal with insurance companies that try to minimize your injuries or deny your claim altogether. We won’t let them take advantage of you. With our help, you’ll be able to get the support you need to recuperate from your injury and get back to living your life.

Dog Bite Compensation We Can Pursue for You

Dog bites can require expensive medical care and a long recovery process that forces you to take time off work. These are only a few of the financial pressures and challenges you may face after a dog attack. Our team can work closely with you and medical professionals to identify all the losses you’ve been burdened with due to the incident.

Once we’ve calculated the value of your claim, we’ll fight to get the damage you need to get your life back on track. Depending on your unique case, we may pursue any of the following damages for you:

  • Medical bills
  • Prescription medications and therapy
  • Lost income or earning capacity
  • Pain and suffering
  • Scarring or disfigurement
  • Emotional distress
  • Loss of enjoyment of life

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What to Do Immediately After a Dog Bite

Taking the right steps after a dog bite can protect both your health and your legal case. Our dog bite attorneys in Baton Rouge strongly recommend prioritizing your health and safety after an animal attack. Doing so will help you safeguard your health and show insurance companies that your injuries are legitimate. Here’s what you should do after a dog bite incident:

  • Seek medical attention if your injuries require immediate treatment
  • File an incident report with Baton Rouge Animal Control or the local police department
  • Document the scene of the incident by taking photos of your injuries, the location, and the dog
  • Ask the dog owner for their contact and insurance information
  • Contact a Baton Rouge dog bite attorney to preserve key evidence before it disappears

Once you’ve completed these steps, you should seek treatment for any injuries you suffered in the incident. Remember, even minor dog bites can result in life-threatening infections. It’s always better to play it safe and get checked out by a trusted medical professional. Once you’ve been treated, our Baton Rouge dog bite lawyers will be here to get started on your case.

Statute of Limitations for Dog Bite Lawsuits in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Aside from getting medical treatment, taking legal action should be one of your main priorities after a dog bite. That’s because Louisiana has a statute of limitations that applies to personal injury cases. According to Civ. Code Art. 3493.1, you have two years from the date of the incident to file a lawsuit for dog bite damages.

If you don’t act within this strict timeframe, you’ll be stopped from getting the compensation you need to pay your medical bills, replace lost wages, and cope with the pain and suffering you’re experiencing.

If you reach out to our dog bite law firm in Baton Rouge as soon as possible, we’ll have the time we need to file a strong lawsuit before the state’s deadline.

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Moving forward with your life after a painful and traumatic dog attack can be incredibly difficult. The good news is that the team at Laborde Earles is here to guide you through the claims process and fight for a fair settlement or court-awarded payment.

Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with a dedicated Baton Rouge dog bite lawyer. We’ve won over $1 billion in damages for injury victims like you. We’re confident we have what it takes to get the damages you need to support your recovery and put this incident behind you.

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