Filing a McKinney Dog Bite Claim

Investigating a Dog Bite Case

One of the first steps in a dog bite investigation is identifying the owner of the dog. A preliminary investigation usually covers the following questions:

• The breed of dog – does the breed of the animal have aggressive propensities?
• The owner of the dog
• The dog’s history – has the dog attacked others?
• If this attack happened on a rental property, who is the landlord?

The preliminary investigation can set the tone for the direction of the case. Moving without delay is often crucial to preserving the evidence. Sometimes, communities may also have “leash laws” or breed restrictions. Understanding the requirements of the community is a good starting point. The attorney can also help analyze what duties the dog owner, the property owner, or the land lord might have to protect the community from dangerous dogs under their control. An attorney will also try to find out information on the dog itself. Some options available during a preliminary investigation include contacting Animal Control for prior reports regarding that dog. Speaking with neighbors or other witnesses who have been around the dog before and can testify to prior aggressive behavior. Each investigation will be case specific which is why it is so important to find an experienced dog bite attorney to help navigate the facts of your injury. Ultimately, all dog bite cases are unique