If you or a member of your family suffered an injury by dog bite or animal attack in Northern and Central Minnesota, call Gabrielson Law Offices, LTD, at our Sartell or Brainerd office locations right away.
A dog bite may seem funny on a television show, but in reality, bites can leave deep physical and emotional scars and long-term muscle and tissue damage. In addition to the pain, many people experience an ongoing fear of dogs. Call today to schedule a free consultation about earning compensation.
Then, call Gabrielson Law Offices to obtain compensation for your injuries, including medical bills, pain and suffering, emotional trauma and other damages directly related to the bite.
Minnesota law makes dog owners responsible for injuries caused by their dogs. The owner of the dog is responsible for the full amount of the injury sustained — as long as the dog was not provoked and as long as the person bitten was where they legally had a right to be.
Under the law, it makes no difference if the dog owner was careful. And it doesn’t matter if the dog had good behavior in the past. If you experienced a dog bite injury, you could be entitled to compensation for the harm. Call Gabrielson Law Offices today to learn if you’re owed for your injury.
The most common victims of dog bite injuries are children. Sadly, children often have the most difficult time overcoming dog bite injuries. The scarring and disfigurement they experience can be more severe, especially when a dog bites a child’s face. They may also face emotional challenges in school. A child who is the victim of a dog attack may also develop fear of dogs, which can require professional counseling.
For a law office with extensive experience working with injured and traumatized children, call Gabrielson Law Offices today. We’ll schedule a free consultation that accounts for both the extent of yours or your child’s physical injuries as well as the emotional and mental damage, and we’ll draw up a case that ensures you receive fair restitution for both.
One of the issues with dog bites is that the victim frequently knows the dog owner, either as a friend, relative, hunting companion or neighbor. Most dog bite settlements are against the dog owner’s homeowner’s insurance policy and will not have a great financial effect on the pet owner. We handle these cases with discretion, being careful to help our clients recover compensation, without losing the relationship, if possible. Contact Gabrielson Law Offices to see how we can help with your case.
Dog bites can create far more damage than most people in Brainerd or Sartell expect. Even a small puncture can reach deep tissue, which is why medical care is crucial. Common injuries include:
These injuries may require antibiotics, wound care, plastic surgery, physical therapy, or counseling. Understanding the full impact injuries can have can strengthen your explanation of your case and protect your long-term health. Legal support from Gabrielson Law Offices, LTD, can also help when an injury affects your daily life.
A dog bite in Brainerd or elsewhere in Minnesota often leads to more expenses and stress than anyone expects. Medical bills can multiply due to emergency care, wound treatment, follow-up visits, and referrals to specialists. Some injuries create long-term scarring or require later procedures to correct tissue damage.
Adults may miss work while they recover, and children may need counseling if the bite causes fear or lingering distress. These situations often involve:
Minnesota law allows injured individuals to request repayment from the dog’s owner or harborer for these losses. Every case looks different, so the best way to understand your options is through a detailed review of the injuries and how the bite disrupted your life. At Gabrielson Law Offices, LTD, we serve St. Cloud and the rest of the region from our offices in Sartell and Brainerd. Contact us today, and let’s talk about what your case could be worth.
Minnesota sets a clear deadline for injury claims, including dog bites, under Minn. Stat. § 541.05. This law generally gives victims six years from the date of the incident to file a lawsuit against the at-fault party. Although this seems generous, waiting can make it harder to build a case. Records become scattered, witnesses forget details, and photos or messages tied to the event may be lost. Delays also give insurance companies room to question the seriousness of the claim or why it wasn’t started sooner.
If the victim is a child, different timing rules may apply, allowing families additional time to act. Even so, early steps matter. Medical care, photos, and written records help preserve crucial details about how the injury occurred and how it affected daily life. If you’re unsure whether your claim is still within Minnesota’s legal window, our experienced dog bite attorneys can advise you.
Insurance companies move fast after a dog bite, but they are mainly focused on saving money. Adjusters may question the severity of the injury, even when the bite is deep or swollen. They sometimes ask for recorded statements and look for anything said in the moment that can be used to weaken the claim. Some may argue that the dog was provoked or that the injury is too small to matter. These tactics can be confusing, especially when someone is still dealing with pain or fear after the attack.
Many insurance companies also make quick, low offers before a doctor can determine the full extent of the injury. Infections, scarring, and long-term pain often appear later, so early offers rarely cover the actual value of any dog bite case. A lawyer with Gabrielson Law Offices, LTD, can protect you from these pressure tactics. We know how to push back and make sure your injuries are taken seriously. Contact us today to meet with us at either of our offices in Sartell or Brainerd.
We offer a free consultation and handle dog bite injury cases on a contingency-fee basis. No retainer or attorneys’ fees unless you win in a settlement or trial verdict. Call us to contact our offices in Sartell or Brainerd, MN today.
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