Dog bite injuries can cause lasting physical and emotional harm. If you or a loved one was bitten or attacked by a dog in Reno, Phoong Law fights to recover compensation for medical bills, scarring, and emotional trauma.
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Clean the wound and seek immediate medical care at Renown Regional, Saint Mary’s, or your doctor. Dog bites carry risk of infection, nerve damage, and scarring.
File a report with Washoe County Regional Animal Services. An official report documents the incident and may trigger a dangerous dog investigation.
Get the owner’s name, contact information, and the dog’s vaccination history. Photograph the dog and the location where the attack occurred.
Nevada law allows claims against dog owners who knew or should have known their dog was dangerous. Phoong Law pursues full compensation for bite victims.
Dog bites and attacks happen throughout Reno in parks like Rancho San Rafael, Idlewild Park, Whitaker Park, along the Truckee River path, and on neighborhood sidewalks. Children and outdoor enthusiasts are among the most common victims. Bites can cause deep puncture wounds, torn tissue, broken bones, nerve damage, and severe scarring.
Nevada dog bite law allows victims to pursue claims under both negligence and strict liability theories. Under NRS 202.500, if a dog has been declared dangerous and the owner fails to control it, strict liability may apply. Even without a prior dangerous dog designation, owners can be held liable if they knew or should have known the dog posed a risk. Phoong Law helps Reno dog bite victims recover compensation for medical treatment, reconstructive surgery, and emotional trauma.
Dog bite claims in Nevada can be pursued under negligence and, in certain cases, strict liability. The value depends on the severity of the bite, the location of the wounds, whether surgery or reconstruction is needed, and the emotional impact of the attack.
Emergency care, wound treatment, antibiotics, rabies shots, surgery, and follow up care for bite injuries.
Plastic surgery and scar revision for facial bites, hand injuries, and other wounds requiring cosmetic repair.
Therapy and counseling for anxiety, PTSD, fear of dogs, and other psychological effects, especially in child victims.
Income lost during recovery from the bite, including time off work for medical appointments and treatment.
Dog attacks happen in many settings. We handle all types of dog bite claims in Reno.
Dog bites at Rancho San Rafael, Idlewild Park, Whitaker Park, and other Reno parks where dogs are off leash or poorly controlled.
Attacks on sidewalks, front yards, and residential areas where dogs escape enclosures or are left unsecured.
Children bitten by dogs, often resulting in facial injuries and lasting emotional trauma that requires specialized care.
Mail carriers, package delivery drivers, and service workers bitten while performing their duties at Reno homes.
Dog bites along the Truckee River path, Huffaker Park trails, and outdoor recreation areas where owners fail to control their animals.
When an aggressive dog attacks your leashed dog and injures you in the process, the other owner may be liable for your injuries.
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The moment you sign with Phoong Law, we investigate the attack and build your case. We obtain the animal control report, document your injuries, gather witness statements, and research the dog’s history. We identify all liable parties, including the dog owner and potentially the property owner or landlord.
Our team understands Nevada’s dog bite laws and how to maximize compensation for bite victims. We work with plastic surgeons, therapists, and medical experts to document the full extent of your injuries and the treatment you will need. Over $300 million recovered for injury victims across Nevada and California.
Nevada uses both negligence and strict liability for dog bite claims. If the owner knew the dog was dangerous or violated leash laws, liability is stronger. Phoong Law investigates the dog’s history to build the strongest claim.
Dog bite claims are typically covered by the owner’s homeowner’s or renter’s insurance. Filing a claim does not mean suing your neighbor personally. The insurance company pays the compensation.
Washoe County has leash laws that require dogs to be leashed in most public spaces outside designated off leash areas. An off leash dog strengthens your claim by demonstrating the owner’s negligence.
Yes. Dog bite victims, especially children, often experience lasting anxiety, PTSD, and fear of dogs. Compensation for emotional trauma is recoverable under Nevada law.
Nevada’s statute of limitations is two years from the date of the attack. Contact an attorney promptly to preserve evidence and protect your rights.
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