Seminole, FL, Dog Bite Lawyer

You deserve to recover compensation when someone else’s dog has bitten you or a loved one. That’s where the experience and resources of our Seminole dog bite lawyer come in. When that happens, you can count on our Seminole dog bite lawyers to help build a strong case and see it through to completion.

What You Should Know About Dog Bite Laws

Florida dog owners are legally responsible for any damage or injury their dog causes if it bites another individual or other animals. Consequently, negligent dog owners must recompense the victim’s dog bite-related expenses. This applies whether the incident occurred on the owner’s property where the bitten victim wasn’t trespassing or on public property. 

Additionally, dog owners can be liable for the damage even if their dog hasn’t bitten anyone or shown aggression. This encapsulates the strict liability principle, which means that owners are liable whether they should have known or knew about their dog’s propensity to harm others. However, owners will not be held liable if they have a sign stating “Beware of Dog” or “Bad Dog” unless a child below six years old is the victim. 

Furthermore, if a dog has attacked, bitten, or harmed another animal or a person or ran after a person in a public place unprovoked, it will be considered dangerous under state law. In this case, the owner must take extra precautions to ensure the safety of other people and animals. If the owner fails to do so, they will face a civil claim, leading to additional compensation for the injured party and criminal penalties for the owner. 

Let Our Seminole Dog Bite Lawyer Secure the Compensation You Deserve 

At Mathews Injury Law, our Seminole, FL, injury lawyer has seen how a dog bite can be an emotionally, physically, and financially scarring experience. Your injuries and related expenses can quickly add up, resulting in expensive medical bills and lost income. For children, there’s simply no telling how and to what extent the emotional toll of a dog bite can cause, leading to additional pain and suffering damages. 

Renters' and homeowners' insurance usually covers dog bite incidents but only up to the policy limit, usually around $100,000 to $300,000. This means that the negligent dog owner must cover the damages that exceed the coverage limits. Unfortunately, many insurance carriers will attempt to downplay the seriousness of dog bites, so safeguarding your legal rights with competent legal representation is crucial. 

With guidance, the legal process to secure compensation for your losses will be straightforward and thorough. We will investigate the dog bite incident carefully, negotiate with the insurer, and fiercely advocate for your rights in and out of court. 

Our Seminole, FL, Dog Bite Lawyer is Ready to Help with Your Case

If you or your child has endured a dog bite attack, remember that you have options for compensation under Florida law. Get started on your case with a free consultation with our Seminole dog bite lawyer by reaching Matthews Injury Law online or calling 813-530-1000.