Colusa, CA asked in Animal / Dog Law and Personal Injury for California

Q: I was bitten by a cop dog and it nearly took my arm off do I have a chance

2 Lawyer Answers
Haleh Shekarchian
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Haleh Shekarchian
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  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: Depends on the circumstances. If you were just passing by for example, and the dog bit you, then the police department would be liable. But if you were running away from being arrested, then it would be a harder case against the police department. You should contact anyone of us on Justia for a free consultation.

Theodore Allan Greene agrees with this answer

William John Light
William John Light
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  • Animal & Dog Law Lawyer
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: Depends on why it bit you, which you left out.

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