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A man who was attacked by pit bulls in 2006 has received $7.25 million in a ruling by a judge in Missouri. The victim was mowing his lawn when the group of dogs, owned by a nearby resident, viciously assaulted him. The man’s injuries, which were nearly fatal, included facial and body lacerations and organ failure of multiple anatomical systems. Been hurt by a dog in California? Then call a lawyer who can help for your free consultation at 1-800-ALAWPRO now.

The victim was attacked by dogs who had escaped their home through a window. The landlords of the property were trying to have the dogs seized by animal control prior to the attack. The people named as defendants in the lawsuit included both the owners of the dogs and the owners of the property from which the dogs escaped. After the attack, the pit bulls were located and killed by police.

The victim’s injuries were so severe that he was on a feeding tube in the hospital for weeks, resulting in bills for over $500,000. The judge ruled that the injuries and lacerations to the man’s face, limbs, and internal organs were permanently “disfiguring and disabling.” In addition to his multi-million dollar compensation, the man’s wife received an award of $300,000.

Have you or a loved one been injured by a dog attack in California? If so, you need the services of an experienced Law Team. At the Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, let our 50 years combined legal experience work for you. Call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for a free and confidential consultation with a personal injury attorney, and let us do the work and worrying for you. Please call now.

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A pit bull attacked a 2-year old boy as the child was playing in his backyard, while supervised by his grandmother in Pacoima (located in the San Fernando Valley in Southern California). The dog was a family pet with no history of violence. The attack was allegedly unprovoked. The boy is in stable condition and will require plastic surgery on his face, where the dog bit him. Been bitten by a dog in California? Call 1-800-ALAWPRO now to speak with a personal injury attorney for free.

In the late morning the child, his grandmother and the dog were in the backyard, when for no reason the pit bull “tackled the child,” according to police. The grandmother rushed to free the child from the dog, suffering serious bite injuries herself on the hand, forearm and leg. The dog bit the child on the nose, eye, mouth and cheek. Luckily, his injuries were not as serious as they could have been. The bites, while severe and requiring surgery, are not life-threatening. The victim’s grandfather gave the pit bull and another family-owned dog over to animal control officials.

Have you or a family member been attacked or bitten by a dog in Southern California? Then call an experienced and proven Law Team for help. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we have over 50 years combined experience in representing the rights of the injured. When you call 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) you’ll receive a free and confidential consultation. Please call us now.

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If you or a loved one has suffered personal injury in Pomona, California, it is important that you seek the guidance of experienced legal professionals to help you understand your rights and remedies. The lawyers at the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP have experience in the following practice areas:

• Motor vehicle (car, truck, bus) accidents


• Premises liability (slip & fall, trip & fall, workplace & construction injuries)


• Dog bites and animal attacks


• Defective products


• Pharmaceutical injury and medical malpractice


• Toxic, environmental torts


• Injuries such as burn, spinal cord, brain, broken bones, back pain

In addition to over 50 years of combined legal experience, our attorneys have successfully collected over $150 million for our clients. More importantly, we advance all costs so that you don’t have to pay a dime until we first collect money for you. If you think that you have suffered injury at the wrong of others, call now so that we can give you a personal assessment of your situation. We’ll even come to your home or medical room to sign you up. Call 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9766) now. We’ll do what it takes to help you through this difficult time.

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Have you been the victim of an accident or injury in Oxnard, CA? Oxnard is the largest city in Ventura County, California in terms of population and with nearly 200,000 residents, accidents are bound to happen. If you or a loved one has suffered any type of personal injury including bodily harm, emotional distress, disease or sickness as the result of another person’s negligence, you need to consult with an experienced and respected California injury attorney immediately. We will protect your legal rights and fight for the compensation and damages you deserve.

Sometimes when a person is hurt, especially in a car accident or in a public area, they may not be at fault. Learn if you have been a victim of someone else’s neglect. You may be entitled to payment for your suffering. We are trial attorneys with 50 years combined experience and millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts.

Let us help you. If you have been injured in California, please call the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP toll-free at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for a free legal consultation regarding your rights. We will come straight to your hospital room to sign you up.

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If you have been hurt by a motor vehicle accident, slip or fall, faulty product, dog bite or negligence in San Fernando Valley, CA, we can help you. As personal injury attorneys, representing individuals who are victims of accidents is our specialty. Whether a car accident or construction accident, negligent maintenance or product liability, we know your rights and understand your physical or emotional injury. We are experienced and dedicated personal injury lawyers, and our outstanding results include numerous multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements.

If you or a loved one has been injured by the negligence or wrongdoing of another in California, you need assistance from successful and knowledgeable injury lawyers. Please call the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) today for a free and confidential consultation. We will come to your house or hospital room to sign you up. We’re here to help.

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Ventura County is the home to over 750,000 people. Each year in California, thousands of innocent people are the victims of accidents involving negligence. If you have been injured as the result of a car accident, a negligent product, or dangerous public or work premises, you may be entitled to receive damages for your suffering. Accidents can cause serious emotional and physical pain, and we are here to help you through this difficult time.

The Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP are an experienced and respected Southern California law firm dedicated to protecting the rights of people injured through the negligence of others. With an extensive record of trial and settlement success, we know how to represent your needs and fight for your rights.

If you or a family member has been injured by the negligence of another in California, let a personal injury attorney help. Please call the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) today for a free and confidential consultation. We’re here for you.

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An 8-year old child in San Bernardino suffered severe injuries to the face and thigh when a dog attacked and bit him in January 2008. The boy’s injuries required surgery, and he will be permanently scarred and have loss of skin pigmentation as a result of the attack. The boy was attacked while running away after they allegedly heard the owner order the attack. The dog’s owner, a teenager from Fontana, will stand trial for charges of assault with a deadly weapon.

Dogs bite approximately 4.7 million people annually according to a survey by the National Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Of those injured victims, around 800,000 require medical attention. In addition to cuts, abrasions, and bruises, the strong jaws of a dog can also cause broken bones as well. Severe injuries can cause lasting and permanent scarring, and in some rare cases, death.

California imposes a strict liability rule with its “Dog Bite” statute. According to section 3342(a) of California’s Civil Code, a dog owner is responsible for any damages suffered by someone who has been bitten by the owner’s dog. While the rule limits the ability to recover to attacks that occur on public property or where the victim is lawfully in a private area, the statute is written to provide the most protection to the victim of a canine attack. A person is lawfully on private party if invited by the owner or when performing a legal duty (such as a postman or fireman).

California’s statute only covers dog attacks that involve the animal actually biting another person. If a person is injured by a dog absent a bite, the “dog bite” statute does not apply. However, this individual may still recover under other common law causes of action such as negligence. Also, when defining “bite,” a California Appellate Court found that broken skin or a visible wound from the dog’s teeth were not required to find liability. In that case, the court found the owner responsible when his dog bit at the victim’s leg and its teeth closed around the victim’s pants leg, causing him to fall off a ladder.

Dog Safety Tips

• Refrain from interacting with unfamiliar dogs, particularly when the owner is not present


• If you feel threatened by a dog, refrain from making sudden movements or running away. Stay still and back away slowly


• If a dog knocks you over, curl up, lie still and cover your face


• Leave dogs alone that are eating, sleeping, or caring for their puppies. Any interaction may make the dog feel threatened and cause it to become defense.

If you or a loved one has been a victim of a dog bite, you should talk to a lawyer immediately. Each situation is different and you will need legal advice on whether or not you have a claim. If you are located in California, please call us now at the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP for a free consulation at 1800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776).

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A tragedy occurred on December 25, 2007 when a San Bernardino County woman was mauled to death by a pack of pit bulls in Barstow. The victim was 45 year old Kelly Caldwell who was found lying in the street Tuesday night by police after they were called to a home in Yermo. She was taken to a nearby hospital but was later pronounced dead according to San Bernardino County sheriff’s department. Authorities say that three pit bulls surrounded and then attacked the woman, and then ran to a nearby house. One of the dogs returned to the scene while paramedics were trying to save the victim’s life, and deputies were forced to shoot the dog as it started acting aggressively. Another dog was shot to death the next morning as an animal control office was attempting to capture it. Deputies said that the second animal also became very aggressive. Authorities have said that at least one of the dog belonged to a neighbor, but no arrests have been made.

To read more about Dog Bites please visit us at the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP.

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Southern California had its share of dog attacks in 2006, some resulting in serious injuries. These dog bite attacks are prompting cities, such as Torrance and Redondo Beach, to rethink their dog laws. These two cities are reacting to recent incidents where residents were injured. In Torrance, a vicious pit bull attack left a 60-year-old mail carrier in the intensive care unit of a local hospital with severe facial wounds. In Gardenia, there was a serious incident which involved two loose pit bulls. This past July, a Pasadena man was arrested after his roaming pit bull attacked three people.

These nationwide headlines are prompting city governments to enact legislation to restrict certain breeds of dogs. A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study found that fatal attacks on people appear to be related to specific breeds, with pit-bull type dogs and Rottweilers being the top offenders. But other breeds of dogs also pose dangers, and it’s not clear that breed-specific laws would be practical or constitutional.

According to the U.S. Postal Service, dogs bit 3,184 mail carriers last year. In Southern California, the problem of dog attacks is serious. The Los Angeles-Orange County area saw 226 carriers bitten in 2006. In Orange County-Long Beach alone, 96 dog bites occurred last year, which was the most of any region. The city of Los Angeles alone had 77 recorded incidents of dog bites.

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Dog bites are serious problem, whether just a nip or an all out attack. Most people are bitten by their own dogs or dogs that they know. Tragically on average twelve people die each year due to a dog bite. A famous wrongful death case occurred in 2001 in San Francisco, California when Diane Whipple was mauled to death by two dogs in her apartment building. The number of dog attack victims that require medical attention in the United States is a staggering 800,000 each year on average. Undoubtedly there are many more bites that go unreported and untreated in the U.S. Some people suffer unprovoked attacks by dogs, but unfortunately there are some owners who actually breed and encourage aggression in their dogs.

Certain groups of people need to be especially careful when they are around dogs. Children are statistically more at risk from being bitten by dogs than are adults. In addition, the elderly and home service providers (such as a mailman or meter reader) are also high on the list of recorded dog bites. If you are bitten or attacked by a dog, you should immediately seek medical attention. In addition, you should retain counsel of a personal injury attorney. The Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP is here to fight for you. If you are located in California, please call us for a free consultation.

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