San Diego Personal Injury Attorney Blog

SAN DIEGO - A 75-year-old woman suffered major injuries Saturday after being attacked by a pair of pit bulls when she walked outside to retrieve her newspaper, 10 News reported. The attack happened in the 5800 block of Alleghany Street in the Paradise Hills neighborhood when the dogs entered the woman's yard through a whole in her fence. The man, who was not identified, was taken to Scripps Mercy Medical Center where she had to undergo emergency surgery. Animal Control officers took possession of the dogs, who were surrendered by their owner.

Dog Attack Injury Personal Injury Liability

In California, the dog owner is responsible for the victim's injuries when an animal attacks. California's Civil Code Section 3342 states: "The owner of any dog is liable for the damages suffered by any person who is bitten by the dog while in a public place or lawfully in a private place, including the property of the owner of the dog, regardless of the former viciousness of the dog or the owner's knowledge of such viciousness." Following a dog bite attack such as this June 18th pit bull mauling, families of dog bite victims may benefit from speaking with an experienced and knowledgeable San Diego personal injury lawyer. An attorney who specializes in dog bite attacks can help make sure the dog owners are held accountable for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and other damages.