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OregonDog Bites Lawyers in Polk County, Oregon

Although a dog may be man's best friend, these animals can often act in a way that is out of the human owner's control.


Under Polk County, Oregon common law, an owner or caretaker for a dog may be help strictly liable for the damages caused by the dog after an attack or biting incident.


In some states, it must be shown that the dog owner knew the dog had hurt another person before. In other cases, even a first bite can result in a finding of strict liability. Of course, if the owner is negligent then other types of liability can be imposed.


Attacks by some breeds of dogs can cause severe injury or even death, but even bites by small dogs can cause pain and infection.


Find out more about how a personal injury attorney that focuses on dog bite cases in Polk County, Oregon might be able to help you pursue justice in your case.

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Langdon G Smith

Langdon G Smith
Morgan & Associates
525 Glen Creek Rd. NW Suite 300
Salem, OR 97304
Langdon G Smith is a Personal Injury lawyer... read more >

Chris L Lillegard

Chris L Lillegard
Chris L. Lillegard PC
236 SW Mill St
Dallas, OR 97338
Chris L Lillegard is a Criminal Defense and Personal Injury lawyer... read more >
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Lawyer Referral Service of the Oregon State Bar - In Oregon, the State Bar has established a Lawyer Referral Service from its offices in Tigard, OR. The service helps individuals and businesses find a qualified attorney experienced in a variety of different practice areas. The service charges $35 for a 30 minute consultation with the local attorney. More than 1,600 attorneys across the state participate in the service.



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