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Christopher M. Davis
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is a personal injury attorney, legal commentator and author practicing law in Washington State. 206-727-4000

Seattle Dog Bite Lawyer, Lawsuits & Settlements in Washington State

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 Seattle dog bite attorney.

Chris Davis is widely recognized as "the premier dog bite law lawyer" in Washington State. Washington Super Lawyer Magazine featured Mr. Davis in their June 2010 Issue. Read the Article: When The Dog Bites....It's Time to Call in Christopher M. Davis.

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.

In The News: Chris Davis, Washington's Premier Dog Bite Attorney

Watch television features or listen to radio interviews with attorney Chris Davis about Washington State Dog Bite Law. In these interviews Chris Davis discusses serious dog bite and pit bull attack cases in King County and the surrounding areas in western Washington state.  See the videos to the right.

INTERVIEW: Seattle Passes Vague New Ordinance that Allows Animal Control to More Easily Kill Biting Dogs, Seattle Weekly, June 28, 2011.

Dog Bite Law, Ordinances and Regulations

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

Review Washington State Dog Bite Laws

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. The injuries 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 the US, approximately 100 children are bitten by dogs every day and approximately 92 of these children will need medical attention. Statistically 15 to 20 people are killed in vicious fatal dog attacks every year. 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 Pitbulls.

Law Firm Representing Dog Bite Victims - Free Consultations

Seriously injured by a dog bite or pit bull attack in Washington state? Want to know if you have a legal case? Want to know what your case is worth? Want compensation for your injuries? Want justice for your loved ones? Want to make sure the same thing doesn't happen to someone else?

Get the legal aid that you need. Call Seattle dog bite attorney Chris Davis at Davis Law Group to schedule a FREE legal consultation. The call is free. The advice may be priceless.

Call 206-727-4000 now for a FREE conversation about your dog bite case. There is no obligation to hire a lawyer. We are usually retained on a contingency fee basis. There is no fee until our dog bite attorneys successfully recover fair compensation for you.

Providing Legal Aid to Dog Bite Victims in Seattle, Everett, Bellevue, Tacoma and across WA State

We can help whether your dog bite attack happened in Auburn, Bellevue, Bellingham, Bremerton, Cascade, Edmonds, Everett, Federal Way, Kennewick, Kent, Kirkland, Lakewood, Longview, Olympia, Redmond, Renton, Richland, Seattle, Shoreline, Spokane, Tacoma, Vancouver, Yakima or the greater Seattle area. Having substantial experience with serious dog bite claims and often trying these kinds of cases in court, the Davis Law Group has the skill, expertise and Seattle dog bite attorneys necessary to help you.
       
Vicious or vilified? Debate rages over pitbulls & breed bans
Attorney Chris Davis on KOMO4 News.


Pit Bull Mauls Woman's Face
Chris Davis is interviewed by James Lynch on Q13 FOX News.

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.

 



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