Phoenix Dog Bite Lawyer
A dog bite can cause serious wounds, scarring, and lasting fear. In Phoenix, Arizona law strongly protects bite victims — and we handle Phoenix dog bite claims so you can focus on healing.
Where Phoenix dog bites happen
Bites happen in parks and on sidewalks, at apartment complexes, on private property, and during deliveries and dog-walking — often involving loose dogs or ones the owner failed to control.
Arizona's strict-liability dog-bite law
Arizona generally holds a dog's owner strictly liable when their dog bites someone in a public place or while lawfully on private property, so you usually do not have to prove the dog bit before. Arizona also sets a notably short deadline for the strict-liability bite claim, so acting promptly is especially important here.
After a Phoenix dog bite: reporting and care
Get medical care — bites carry infection and rabies risk — and report the bite to Maricopa County Animal Care and Control or the local agency, which creates an official record. Photograph the wounds and the scene, and get the owner's and any witness's information.
How we help injured Phoenix residents
We identify the owner and the insurance — homeowner's or renter's policies often cover bites — document the injuries and scarring, and meet Arizona's short bite deadline. The review is free and confidential. Se habla español.
Frequently asked questions
Does the dog have to have bitten someone before?
Generally no. Arizona's strict-liability rule usually applies even for a first bite, so you typically do not have to show the dog had a history.
How long do I have to file a dog bite claim in Phoenix?
Arizona sets a notably short deadline for the strict-liability bite claim, shorter than for many injury claims. Because of that, it is best to confirm your deadline right away.
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This is general information about Arizona injury claims, not legal advice. Every case is different.