Animal Bite Lawyers in Des Moines

Helping Animal Bite Victims Throughout Iowa

An attack or bite by any animal is frightening, painful, and dangerous. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), more than 4.7 million people suffer from dog and animal bites each year. In Iowa, animal bite laws place liability for dog bites with the owner of the dog.

With years of experience handling personal injury and animal bite cases, the lawyers at Hope Law Firm deliver skilled counsel to pursue compensation for your expenses and losses when you are attacked by an animal.

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Which Dogs Bite the Most?

Any dog can bite, and anyone can become an animal bite victim. Unfortunately, because of their small size and sometimes unpredictable or playful behavior, children are the most common victims of animal bites.

The amount of injury a dog inflicts varies by the breed and size of the dog. Aggressive, larger dogs do more damage and are more likely to kill. German Shepherds, shepherd-mixes, Pit Bull type, Rottweiler, and large mixed-breeds top lists for biting behavior. However, the size of a dog does not dictate aggression. For example, hounds and Labrador Retrievers are large dogs not known for aggression or biting behaviors.

Although small dogs are often aggressive, their bite is usually less serious than that of larger breeds. According to the AVMA, the following are smaller dogs known for biting behavior:

• Chow Chows
• Cocker Spaniels
• Jack Russell Terriers
• Poodles
• Shih Tzus

FAQs About Animal Attacks

What should I do immediately after a dog bite?

• Report the bite to local animal control or law enforcement.
• Make sure to document the incident with photos of your injuries and the scene.
• Gather contact information from witnesses.

Who could be held liable for a dog bite accident?

Could I file a personal injury lawsuit for a dog bite?

What evidence is important in a dog bite case?

What is the statute of limitations for dog bite claims in Iowa?

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How Our Animal Attack Lawyer in Des Moines Can Help

Most dog bites occur during everyday activities. If you or a family member suffers a serious animal bite or mauling from any dog, our law firm offers seasoned, responsive support.

Our approach includes:

• Investigating, gathering evidence, and ensuring the proper authorities are notified after an animal bite or dog attack. Gathering photographs and witness testimony after the attack is important if legal action is required.
• Holding the appropriate parties responsible for damage caused by their animals. Like any personal injury, each animal bite case is unique. The owner may be hard to locate, or the dog may have a known history of aggressive behavior.
• Properly valuing the animal bite injury. Mauling or serious animal bites cause severe injury and death. We assess the losses, expenses, and long-term costs you can expect due to the attack.

If you suffer an animal bite, count on our Des Moines dog bite attorneys. We understand the law and what is needed to successfully seek the damages you deserve.

We offer free initial consultations, schedule evening and weekend appointments when needed, and can meet with you in our West Des Moines office. Contact us online or call (515) 298-5056 today to get started with our animal attack attorneys in Des Moines.