Dog bites can leave you upset, frustrated, overwhelmed, anxious about the future, or even feeling betrayed. You can be left with emotional trauma, physical pain and suffering, and devastating medical bills. It can be hard to envision your life returning to normal.
You do not have to be alone in your recovery. The Advocates personal injury law firm has an empathy-first approach to helping dog bite victims to access medical care, pay their bills, and receive fair compensation for their damages.
When you need legal representation after animal attacks, contact The Advocates’ Cheyenne dog bite lawyers today for a free consultation.
Immediately after being bitten, assess your injuries
Contact The Advocates as soon as possible to begin the road to recovery
Seek medical attention as soon as you can
Keep track of any and all treatment you receive during recovery
Once you’ve completed treatment, your case can move forward
Your Advocate will send a demand letter to the other party
You will pay nothing out-of-pocket when you hire an Advocate.
Your initial consultation with us is always 100% free. There are never any upfront costs or hidden fees.
Our attorneys work on a contingency basis, which means that our attorney fees are calculated as a percentage of your settlement. We do not get paid unless we win your case, and you receive a settlement.
For more information on how settlements and payment work, please see our contingency fee information page.
If the accident resulted in injuries or significant property damage, it is a good idea to contact a lawyer. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you navigate the claims process, which can be lengthy and complex.
Your attorney will gather evidence, keep track of your medical records, negotiate with insurance companies, and represent you in court if necessary.
The best way to know if you have a case is to speak with an attorney. The Advocates offer free consultations—you can speak with a qualified legal team to understand what your case is worth without paying a dime.
Every personal injury case is different. There is no one-size-fits-all solution to accident claims. The length of the claims process will depend on the severity of your injuries, the willingness of the other party to settle, the court’s caseload, and more.
In general, personal injury cases can take anywhere from several months to a several years. It is important to contact an attorney as soon as possible to get your case started. Each state has a statute of limitations for personal injury cases, after which you will lose your right of action.
When you hire The Advocates, we will begin investigating your accident immediately while you finish medical treatment. Once all evidence and medical records have been compiled, your attorney will send a demand letter to the other party’s insurance company. At this point, negotiations will begin.
In many cases, a settlement can be reached during negotiations. If the other party refuses to make a fair offer, you may choose to file a suit. In the litigation phase, your attorney will represent you in court in front of a judge, jury, and/or arbitrator.
For nearly 30 years, The Advocates have been helping victims navigate their truck accident cases, and we are ready to do the same for you. We are a capable, compassionate legal team who make it our mission to help our clients with all aspects of their recovery, not just negotiation and litigation.
In addition to providing legal representation, The Advocates are prepared to help you:
We only get paid if we win your case!
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For good reason, dogs are man’s best friend, but they are still predators that can bite or attack unexpectedly. There are, however, situations where a bit is much more likely, such as:
Dog bites may cause serious injuries. Some common injuries resulting from dog attacks include:
If you have suffered injuries due to the negligence of a dog owner, contact The Advocates’ experienced Cheyenne dog bite lawyers for your free consultation today. We will discuss your legal options at no cost.
Leash laws are generally specific to each town, city, or county. Pet owners must know the rules for their pets, including dog leash laws. In Cheyenne, pets must be leashed when not on private property.
Generally, dog bites are covered by renters’ or homeowners’ insurance policies. Suppose the dog owner is found to be the at-fault party. In that case, insurance should pay for bite victims’ medical expenses up to the liability limit, and the dog’s owner is likely to be responsible for expenses after that limit.
Wyoming has no specific dog bite liability statute, so it generally follows the “one bite rule.”
Dog owners are not automatically liable the first time their dog bites someone. However, a dog may be considered “dangerous” or “vicious” after that first bite.
A dangerous dog has shown aggressive behavior toward people twice in 18 months while off-leash with no provocation or threat. Owners of dangerous dogs must remain vigilant about leashing, containing, and maintaining insurance coverage.
Vicious dogs are those that continue to show menacing behavior after they have been classified as dangerous or those that have caused significant harm to a human. It is not legal to own, sell, or give away a vicious dog.
Dog owners are generally not responsible for dog bite incidents in the case of trespassing on the owner’s property or when the dog has been threatened or provoked.
No two personal injury cases are the same. It is only possible to gauge the value of your case correctly by knowing its specific details.
Some commonly sought damages in personal injury cases include:
In Wyoming, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases is generally four years. While this statute of limitations is longer than most, it is still in your best interest to contact a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible after you have been bitten to have the best chance at obtaining a settlement.
You should seek medical treatment immediately after a dog bite, especially if the dog was one you do not know. A bite from a dog can cause significant damage and should be treated immediately.
You may be able to treat a minor bite with basic first aid, like washing it with warm water, antibacterial soap, and an antibiotic ointment. However, if the bite is more than skin deep, you should seek medical treatment immediately.
If you are able to find the dog’s owner, get their contact information and ask about the dog’s vaccination history.
If you cannot find the owner, note the dog’s appearance, including color, breed, size, and where the bite took place. Based on this information, animal control may be able to locate the dog’s owner.
Report the bite to the local authorities. Your local shelter, police department, or another organization may handle animal control.
Report your bite so dangerous animals can be identified, you can check their medical history, and follow up with owners. This step is crucial to being able to make a personal injury claim.
Keep a record of the healing process of your bite with pictures. Maintain a record of all medical treatment you receive for your bite. Your personal injury claim will likely include the expenses for your treatment.
Being the victim of an animal attack is incredibly stressful. Dealing with insurance companies only exacerbates the stress you are under. A personal injury attorney can take on the insurance companies for you so you can focus on your physical and mental recovery.
The Cheyenne dog bite attorneys with The Advocates are determined to get you back to living your life. We are with you and will take on the insurance companies to ensure you are fairly compensated for your dog bite claim.
Contact The Advocates today for a free case evaluation. You deserve a lawyer that treats you with care and empathy. You deserve an Advocate.
