If you or a loved one injured in a dog bite or dog attack in Los Angeles or Southern California, you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. The Law Offices of Mann & Elias represents Dog Bite victims throughout Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County, and San Bernardino County on a contingency fee basis — you pay nothing unless we win your case.
Call us 24/7 for a free, no-obligation consultation: (323) 301-3219. Our personal injury attorneys will evaluate your case and start fighting for your recovery immediately.
California Law: Dog Bite Cases
California Civil Code § 3342 imposes strict liability on dog owners for bites occurring in public places or while the victim was lawfully on private property. There is no “one bite rule” in California — the owner is liable even if the dog has never bitten anyone before. This strict liability standard makes California one of the most plaintiff-friendly states for dog bite victims.
Dog Bite in Los Angeles: What You Need to Know
Los Angeles County has one of the highest rates of dog bite incidents in California, driven by the area’s high pet ownership and dense urban environment. Children are disproportionately injured in dog attacks and often suffer facial injuries. Even a dog attack that does not result in a bite — such as a dog jumping on a person and knocking them down — can support a personal injury claim.
Award-Winning Southern California Personal Injury Attorneys
The Law Offices of Mann & Elias has recovered over $50 million for injured clients throughout Southern California. When you hire us, you get attorneys with credentials that insurance companies and opposing counsel take seriously:
- Imad Elias — Named to Super Lawyers every year from 2015–2026 (12 consecutive years); AVVO Rating 10.0 Superb (highest possible rating); President of the Armenian-American Lawyers Association of Southern California (AALASC); member of CELA and CAALA
- Scott Mann — Member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), an elite credential awarded only to experienced civil trial attorneys; Pepperdine University School of Law (Law Review, top 10%); Vincent Dalsimer Moot Court Champion
Our verdicts and settlements range from $103,000 to over $5.2 million. We take cases to trial when insurance companies refuse to pay fair value — and we win.
No Fee Unless We Win
You pay nothing unless we secure compensation for you. No upfront costs, no hourly fees, no financial risk. We advance all litigation expenses — investigations, expert witnesses, medical record retrieval, court filing fees — and recover them only if we obtain a settlement or verdict in your favor. Call (323) 301-3219 anytime, 24/7.
Frequently Asked Questions
What compensation can I receive for a dog bite in California?
Dog bite victims in California can recover: emergency medical treatment, wound care, plastic surgery and scar revision, rabies treatment, past and future medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, emotional distress (including PTSD), and disfigurement damages. If the attack occurred at a rental property and the landlord knew of the dog’s danger, the landlord may also face liability.
What is the statute of limitations for a dog bite claim in California?
California dog bite victims have two years from the date of the bite to file a personal injury lawsuit (CCP § 335.1). If the victim is a minor, the statute of limitations is paused until their 18th birthday, giving them until age 20 to file. However, waiting weakens your case — evidence disappears and witnesses’ memories fade. Contact us immediately after a dog bite.
Related Practice Areas & Locations
- Personal Injury Hub
- Children’s Injury Lawyer
- Assault and Battery
- Beverly Hills Personal Injury Lawyer
- Downtown Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer
- Santa Monica Personal Injury Lawyer
Injured in Los Angeles? Don’t wait. Contact the Law Offices of Mann & Elias at (323) 301-3219 for a free, no-obligation case evaluation. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
