Animal Attack Lawsuits & Settlements in Washington State

Chris Davis is considered by many to be "the premier dog bite law attorney" in Washington State. Washington Super Lawyer Magazine featured Mr. Davis in their June Issue. Read the Article: When The Dog Bites....It's Time to Call in Christopher M. Davis.

Unfortunately, dog bites are very common and can have serious consequences, including permanent disfigurement, nerve and tissue damage and psychological trauma. In extreme cases, dog attacks may result in death. In such cases you may need the help of an experienced dog bite lawyer.

If you or a family member has suffered due to a dog bite, the Davis Law Group can help you. Having experience with this type of claim, we have the skill and experience necessary to represent you. Call 206-727-4000 to schedule an appointment.

Dog Bite Law In The News

INTERVIEW: Seattle Passes Vague New Ordinance...Biting Dogs, Seattle Weekly, June 28, 2011.

Seattle dog attack attorney Chris Davis literally wrote the book on Washington state dog bite law. When The Dog Bites: The Essential Guide To Dog Bite Claims In Washington. Click here to order a FREE copy.

ARTICLE: Does Seattle's Dangerous Dog Ordinance Have Any Real Teeth? by Chris Davis, Attorney at Law

Top 10 Most Dangerous Dog Breeds

10. Dalmatian
9. Boxers
8. Presa Canario
7. Chow Chow
6. Doberman Pinschers
5. Alaskan Malamutes
4. Huskies
3. German Shepherds
2. Rottweilers
1. Pit Bulls

Dog Bite Statistics

According to the Insurance Information Institute dog bites cost American home insurers 6.4 percent more in 2009 than in the previous year, with the average claim exceeding $24,000 for the third straight year.

Injuries from dog bites and attacks cost $412 million in 2009, compared with $387.2 million a year earlier, the fifth straight increase. The number of claims increased 4.8 percent to 16,586.

Nearly 4.7 million people are bitten by dogs each year and 50% of dog bite fatalities are children under 10 years old. These dog bites range from minor injuries to serious dog maulings, resulting in bodily injury and even death. In 2012, there were an estimated 38 fatal dog attacks in the United States.

In the US, approximately 100 children are bitten by dogs every day and approximately 92 of these children will need medical attention. One third of all injury claims against homeowner liability policies are related to dog attacks.

Seattle Animal Control sees about 300 dog bites each year. 22% of those involve pit bulls, despite the fact that pit bulls represent just 5% of the U.S. dog population.

Review Washington State Dog Bite Laws

Washington’s Dog Bite Law imposes strict liability on the dog’s owner for injuries inflicted by the animal on another personal.  The relevant statue, RCW 16.08.040, states as follows:

"The owner of any dog which shall bite any person while such person is in or on a public place or lawfully in or on a private place including the property of the owner of such dog, shall be liable for such damages as may be suffered by the person bitten, regardless of the former viciousness of such dog or the owner’s knowledge of such viciousness."   

• Washington State Dog Bite Law
• Seattle Dog Bite Ordinance
• King County Washington Dog Bite Regulations

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Man Dies From Dog Bite
Chris Davis is interviewed by
Dave Ross on KIRO Radio 97.3.

Do Dog Bite Laws Have Teeth?
Davis Law Group dog bite client featured on KING5 News.

Woman Mauled By Pit Bull
Chris Davis is interviewed by
John Carlson on KOMO Radio.

Dog Bite Law in Washington
Chris Davis interviewed on KIRO7.

Washington Dog Bite Law
Davis Law Group dog bite client featured on KOMO4 News.