Represented male pedestrian bitten after loose dog confronted client’s leashed dog while client was walking his dog on the sidewalk. Client’s fingers and hands were bitten with severe puncture wounds, requiring reconstructive surgery. Case settled with insurance company for owner of the dog that bit the client prior to the filing of a lawsuit.
- Represented woman who was bit by dog after being invited into house by the owner. Client suffered significant wounds and scarring to both legs. After insurance company for homeowner denied responsibility for the claim, a lawsuit was filed in Coos County Superior Court. Case settled directly with the insurance company during a private mediation session prior to trial.
- Represented young boy bitten in the face by loose-running dog. Client suffered permanent scarring and disfigurement. A lawsuit was filed in Coos County Superior Court, and case was settled during negotiations directly with insurance company of dog owner.