Pennsylvania Dog Bite Attorney
We Fight for the Maximum Compensation for Dog Bite Victims in Pennsylvania
At DiLoreto, Cosentino & Bolinger P.C., our Pennsylvania dog bite lawyer is a skilled, compassionate advocate for justice for injured people. We are well-versed in the Commonwealth’s dog bite liability laws, and we are prepared to fight to help victims get justice and maximum compensation. If you or your loved one was hurt by a dog, please contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation.
Your Guide to Dog Bite Liability in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania has complex dog bite liability laws. These cases fall under a combination of strict liability and common law negligence. Under the Pennsylvania law (3 P.S. § 459-502), a dog owner is strictly liable for a bite victim’s medical expenses. That means you do not have to prove the owner was careless or that the dog had a history of aggressive behavior to recover necessary medical costs after an unprovoked bite. The owner must cover hospital bills, doctor visits, diagnostics, and related care regardless of prior knowledge of danger.
However, strict liability applies only to medical costs. To recover other losses (lost wages, pain and suffering, scarring, or future care), you must prove the owner was negligent. Negligence requires showing that the dog owner failed to exercise reasonable care in controlling or restraining the animal, such as violating leash laws, allowing the dog to roam off the owner’s property, or ignoring a known propensity for aggression.
Recovering the Maximum Compensation for a Dog Bite
Dog bites can cause serious injuries. In Pennsylvania, dog bite victims have the right to seek compensation for economic losses and non-economic losses. Our Pennsylvania dog bite lawyers fight for the maximum compensation for injured victims, including:
- Emergency room care;
- Hospital bills;
- Surgeries;
- Physical therapy;
- Lost wages;
- Diminished earnings;
- Pain and suffering;
- Emotional trauma;
- Long-term disability; and
- Wrongful death.
We Fight for Justice for Injured Victims in Pennsylvania
Dog bite injury claims are complex. If you have a lot of questions about your rights, your options, and what comes next, professional legal representation is available. At DiLoreto, Cosentino & Bolinger P.C., we are aggressive advocates for justice. We hold dog owners, other negligent parties, and large insurance companies accountable. Among other things, our Pennsylvania dog bite attorney is prepared to:
- Hear your story and answer questions about your case;
- Investigate the dog bite incident, gathering relevant evidence;
- Handle legal paperwork and settlement negotiations with insurers; and
- Take your case as far as needed to get justice and maximum compensation.
Schedule a Free Consultation With Our Pennsylvania Dog Bite Lawyer Today
At DiLoreto, Cosentino & Bolinger P.C., our Pennsylvania dog bite lawyers fight tirelessly for justice for injured victims. If you or your loved one was attacked by a dog, we can help. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation case review. We have offices in Gettysburg and Chambersburg, and we fight for justice for dog bite victims throughout the region.