Dog Bites
A dog attack can be a shocking experience, but it is not unusual: dogs can be very territorial, and their owners can often fail to control them. Personal injury claims can be filed against a negligent pet owner whose animal attacked or bit an innocent individual. One of our Florida dog bite lawyers may be able to help you recover financial compensation for what you have suffered.
If you were attacked by a dog, you may experience both physical injury and emotional trauma—and you deserve compensation for both. Our Florida personal injury attorneys at Rosenberg & Rosenberg are here to help you start a dog bite claim. We’ll fight for you to get the compensation that you may be entitled to. Contact our family-owned firm today for a free review of your case.
Our top priority at Rosenberg & Rosenberg is caring for our clients. We’ll advocate for your rights throughout the legal process of pursuing your dog bite case, keeping you updated and informed every step of the way. Our Florida dog attack lawyers want to help you recover from your injuries by securing fair compensation for them.
While working on your case, we can:
We’ve recovered millions in compensation for injury victims throughout the state. Our legal team is proud to help Floridians regain control of their lives after they’ve suffered the worst.
Dog owners are responsible for keeping their pets under control at all times in Florida, even on their private property. You can therefore file a claim if the attack happened in a public place or while you were lawfully in a private place. Whether or not the dog owner knew their pet was dangerous has no bearing on your right to compensation.
A dog owner may try to defend themselves (and their pet) by claiming you were partially at fault. This could reduce the amount they owe you. If your actions were negligent or could be interpreted as teasing or provoking toward the dog that bit you, you may be unable to recover the full amount of compensation you need.
A dog bite lawyer from our firm can help you fight back against unfair claims like these.
Dog attacks can leave you with serious injuries. When people think of dog bites, the first thing that might come to mind is rabies. Fortunately, dog bites are no longer the leading cause of rabies transmission to humans in the United States, per the Mayo Clinic. However, dogs do carry bacteria and viruses that can be dangerous to humans. In addition, you may suffer permanent nerve damage after a dog bite.
Dog bites can also cause scarring due to tearing and laceration of the skin. The most serious cases require reconstructive surgery—and even then, a victim may have lasting scars. The psychological impact of disfiguring injuries is clear and recognized by the law.
Recovering from your injuries may require significant medical bills and time taken off from work. You may also be dealing with a lifetime of emotional trauma. Our Florida attorneys can advocate for you to receive fair compensation for all your losses, both economic and non-economic, caused by a dog bite. Recoverable losses may include:
Under Florida Statutes § 95.11, you typically only have two years in which you can pursue a personal injury lawsuit in your dog bite case. In the tragic event that a loved one passed away after a dog attack, you also generally only have two years to file a wrongful death lawsuit.
Contact the Florida dog bite attorneys at Rosenberg & Rosenberg to get started on your case right away.
Whether you are hiking in one of Florida’s beautiful natural areas, jogging around your neighborhood, or even visiting someone in their home, a dog bite can occur out of nowhere. While many dogs may show signs of aggression before attacking, this is not always the case. You may have no time to react in the moment.
After the attack, the most important thing you can do is to seek medical attention. Dog bites can cause profuse bleeding, and the sooner a wound is treated to stop the bleeding and clean out the bite area, the better.
In addition to getting medical care, there are some other actions that can be helpful for you to take, including:
If the animal ran away after the attack, try to take note of as many details about the animal as you can. Good things to pay attention to include the animal’s color and size, possible breed, and whether it was wearing a collar or anything else that could identify it or its owners.
You should also avoid taking any blame for the attack when talking to police, animal control officers, or insurance adjusters.
Dog bite claims may seem straightforward, but combative insurance companies often deny victims fair settlements.
You can protect your right to compensation by reaching out to a law firm that will hold its ground, no matter what challenges your claim faces. Rosenberg & Rosenberg’s dog bite injury lawyers can advocate for your future while you recuperate.
Our firm has solid roots in the community, having practiced in Florida for over 50 years. At Rosenberg & Rosenberg, we have a reputation for providing genuine advice and support for our clients. Our top concern is helping you receive the care and compensation you need.
We work on a contingency-fee basis, so you will not have to pay upfront costs. Contact us today to schedule your free case evaluation with our Florida dog bite law firm.