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A California woman who suffered severe facial injuries when she was attacked by an American bulldog recently settled her case for a reported $1 million in damages.
Wendy Rydberg spent several days in the hospital after being mauled by the 90-pound bulldog on her way to pick up her two children from a bus stop. Since the attack, she has had three surgeries to reduce scarring on her cheek, nose, and lips.
Criminal Charges
Criminal charges were filed against the dog’s owner, Emmellia Dale-Pincus, who admitted responsibility as part of a plea agreement. Her mother, who purchased the dog, was also charged but that case was eventually dismissed.
Dog Bite Lawsuit
Rydberg filed a dog bite lawsuit to recover damages related to her injuries. Under a settlement reached last week, Rydberg will receive $900,000. The remaining $100,000 will be split between her husband and two children.
“I feel like an extreme pressure is gone, just a relief that this is over,” she said.
(Source: Press Democrat)
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