[10-30-2022] Ventura County, CA- Multiple Dogs Attack a 16-Year-Old Girl Severely Injured in Thousand Oaks

A 16-year-old was attacked and severely injured by at least several dogs at a Thousand Oaks home on Sunday afternoon, October 30, 2022.

According to local authorities, the accident occurred around 3:30 p.m. Meanwhile, the teen suffered several lacerations and dog bite head, torso, and arms but nothing life-threatening.

Authorities claimed that the girl’s mother also experienced less severe dog bites.

Further investigations are still ongoing.

Thousand Oaks Dog Bite Injury Statistics

Dog attacks can take many forms, such as bites, scratches, and knockdowns. Dog bites occur when a dog physically hurts a person by biting them. Bites can result in infection, deformity, temporary or permanent impairment, or even death.

More than 4.5 million people in the United States are attacked by dogs every year, and more than 800,000 of them need medical attention for dog bites, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). At least 50% of bite victims are children.

Each state has its own set of laws governing dog attacks. Section 3342 of the California Penal Code describes the legal processes that must take place in dog bite cases. According to this clause, the dog’s owner is responsible for any losses a person incurs due to a dog bite in a public or private setting where the person was lawfully present.

California had the most fatalities from dog bites in 2019 (9). Fifteen children and 21 adults died in 36 dog attacks in 2018.

People should use caution when petting other dogs because of how frequently dogs bite. Although some dogs still have the potential to attack when not provoked, it is best to keep your cool and avoid physical contact.

Dog Bite Accident Lawyers for Victims in Thousand Oaks

Dog bites are frequently tense, violent situations in which multiple dogs may attack the victim. If the attack victim survives, puncture wounds, scratches, or crush injuries are likely to be present in the attack victim. The dog bite victim might need a rabies shot or other treatments if the dog’s immunizations are outdated to prevent infection.

Dog bite puncture wounds can be excruciatingly painful and take weeks to heal. The most crucial action following a dog attack is getting medical help. Your prognosis may improve the quicker doctors treat these wounds. Next, get in touch with an experienced Thousand Oaks dog bite attorney.

Come to our firm for advice if you or a loved one has experienced physical and emotional injuries resulting from a dog bite. We are familiar with California’s laws regarding dog bites and can assist you in filing a claim against the dog’s owner.

We can assist you in seeking restitution. Call us at (888) 488-1391 for a confidential, no-cost consultation, or submit an online form on “Do I Have a Case” on our website to set up a free consultation with one of our skilled attorneys.

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