Dog Bite Accidents If you were the victim in a dog bite attack, you may be able to obtain monetary compensation for your injury. If you are the owner of an animal you may need to obtain a lawyer who works in the field of Civil Litigation. The information on this page is tailored to victims of dog bites. Tomassi Law Associates, LLC represents clients who have been a victim of a dog bite attack. We will advance all fees for investigators, filing fees, expert fees and all other fees. We do not charge an attorney fee unless we are successful in your case. COMPENSATION FOR VICTIMS A dog bite or other animal attack can cause serious and lasting injuries, including infection, scarring, and even death. If you or someone you love has suffered a dog bite injury, getting legal guidance as soon as possible after the attack can ensure that you preserve your rights and claims. At Tomassi Law Associates, LLC, we are committed to providing aggressive and results-driven representation to maximize compensation for the victims of dog bites and animal attacks. All our clients work directly with an attorney, from start to finish, and we are committed to keeping clients informed through every stage of the process. We aggressively pursue compensation for the victims of dog bites and animal attacks. Contact our personal injury lawyers to assert your rights and maximize your recovery for lacerations, scarring, infection or wrongful death. WHO IS LIABLE? In most cases, the dog bite claim will be against the homeowners insurance company of the dog's owner. However, in some instances, you may be able to sue the owner of the dog directly. We will identify all the parties responsible and seek out every avenue of recovery in your behalf. Remember, insurance companies have teams of people whose job is to minimize the amount that the company has to pay out to victim. Make sure your own interests are protected. Contact our offices for a free initial consultation with experienced personal injury and dog bites attorney Jared Tomassi. DOG BITES & CHILDREN Unfortunately, children are frequently the victims of serious dog bites and animal attacks. They may be more curious and less able to protect themselves against vicious dogs. If your child suffered a dog bite or another animal attack, we will provide experienced, skillful representation to compensate your child and your family for all medical expenses, pain and suffering, reconstructive surgery or even wrongful death. If you or someone you love has suffered a dog bite, some steps that you can take to protect your rights and assist the personal injury attorney include: - Identify the dog and its owner as soon as possible - Get the names and contact information of any witnesses - Take pictures and/or video of all your injuries - Seek medical treatment for your injuries as soon as possible - Keep an accurate record of your expenses and receipts (e.g., prescriptions, lost time and wages, medical treatment, household tasks you could no longer do because of the dog bite) - Gathering this information can be critical to your case. If you come to us, we will begin an immediate investigation, evaluating the circumstances of the attack and your injuries, and identifying the potentially liable parties. If you have suffered a dog bite or other animal attack because of the owner's negligence, you deserve just compensation for your injuries. Contact Tomassi Law Associates, LLC today for a free initial consultation with an experienced lawyer at our Kingstown or North Providence, Rhode Island, office. For personal injury cases, there is no fee unless you recover. Dog Bite Attacks If you were the victim in a dog bite attack, you may be able to obtain monetary compensation for your injury. If you are the owner of an animal you may need to obtain a lawyer who works in the field of Civil Litigation. The information on this page is tailored to victims of dog bites. Tomassi Law Associates, LLC represents clients who have been a victim of a dog bite attack. We will advance all fees for investigators, filing fees, expert fees and all other fees. We do not charge an attorney fee unless we are successful in your case. What do you do if you are bitten? As one of the hundreds of thousands of people who are bitten by dogs in the country each year, it is important to know that there are many steps that must be taken in the time immediately following the dog bite. It is advisable that you get advice from a personal injury lawyer who has experience in personal injury cases as soon as possible after the dog bite incident. Some steps that you can take to assist the personal injury lawyer with the case are: - Take pictures and/or video of all the injuries you sustained - Record any witness information - Keep an accurate record of your expenses and receipts for things such as prescriptions, car rentals, lost time and wages, medical treatment, household services that you could not do yourself as a result of the accident, etc... - Contact and meet with a personal injury attorney as soon as possible to protect and preserve your rights and interests. Who can you sue? The majority of the time your claim will be against the homeowner's insurance company of the owner of the dog. It is important to remember that insurance companies have teams of people whose job description is to minimize the company's financial payouts. Additionally, you may be able to sue the owner of the dog. In all dog bite matters, it is recommended that you seek professional legal assistance to protect your interests. A personal injury lawyer who has experience in this area of law can give legal advice that will assist you with the matter and will ensure that the judicial process is properly followed. Tomassi Law Associates, LLC handles personal injury cases and litigation involving Dog Bite Attacks: We have extensive experience dealing with Rhode Island Personal Injury Law and Insurance Law and in dealing with Insurance Companies. We know how to properly represent your interests to bring about a speedy, just and appropriate conclusion to your case. With years of prior experience as an insurance adjuster as well as a private investigator working for/with insurance companies, we have the knowledge, skill and insight to properly handle your personal injury case. Our detailed understanding of Rhode Island Personal Injury Law, Insurance Law and with the Insurance Industry means we understand the different sources of recovery and theories of liability which enable a victim to collect from a party(s) who caused the harm. We will advance all fees for investigators, filing fees, expert fees and all other fees. We do not charge a fee unless we are successful in your case. Personal Injury Attorney in Rhode Island |

