[10-06-2022] Glenn County, CA – 65-Year-Old Man Attacked by Pit Bull in Orland

The authorities are seeking assistance in order to identify the owner of the dog that bit a 65-year-old man in Glenn County on Thursday, October 6, 2022.

The incident occurred on Thursday near Walker Street in Orland.

According to the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office, the man was walking near Walker Street when he was bit by an unidentified dog after stopping petting it.

The owner was reportedly present, according to the deputies, but the man was unable to obtain information.

The dog was described as a pit bull that is black and white.

Dog Bite Injury Statistics

According to data collected by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 4.5 million dog bites occur annually in the United States, with 800,000 requiring medical attention. Roughly 328.2 million people were living in the United States in 2019. That works out to approximately one person being bitten by a dog for every 73 people who encounter one.

They have a wide range of attacks at their disposal, including snarling and biting and knocking someone to the ground. When a dog bites a person, it could result in an injury. Bites can cause infection, disfigurement, disability, or even death.

Nine people lost their lives as a result of dog bites, with six of those deaths occurring in California in 2019. There were 36 fatalities from dog attacks; 15 were children, and 21 were adults.

The majority of people who are bitten by dogs are children. Most dog attacks happen when a child interacts with the dog in a playful manner.

According to data from the CDC, nearly half of all children under the age of 12 have experienced a dog bite. When children are bitten by dogs, the majority of them get their heads or necks bit.

Dog owners in California are responsible for any damages caused by their canine companions under Section 3342 of the California Civil Code. In California, if you are attacked by a dog but are not bitten, you will still need to prove negligence in order to receive compensation for your injuries.

Dog bites are surprisingly common, so people should be careful when petting other dogs. Some dogs may still attack without provocation, but maintaining composure and refraining from physical contact is recommended.

Glenn County Dog Bite Injury Lawyers

Dog bite victims should seek medical attention right away due to the possibility of contracting a disease or bacteria carried by the dog. The vast majority of California’s canine population is currently infected with diseases and bacteria that can only be treated with antibiotics.

Many people cannot afford the price of emergency care and transportation to a hospital by medical transport. On the other hand, it could be essential in the case of a dog bite attack.

Our Glenn County dog bite injury lawyers at Arash Law are prepared to seek compensation and take the victims’ cases to court if necessary. If the demand is not met, our legal team can investigate, identify the dog’s owner or responsible party, and file a lawsuit in civil court. According to Section 3342 of the California Civil Code, dog owners can be sued for damages caused by their pets.

It doesn’t matter how badly you were hurt; we can help you file a claim against the dog’s owner in accordance with California’s dog bite laws. Call us at (888) 488-1391 at your convenience to schedule a free consultation with one of our skilled attorneys.