Dog or Animal Bite

Dog bites and other animal attacks can lead to serious personal injury and often have legal implications. In our state of Florida, animal attacks are covered by two strains of the law: strict liability and negligence. Although a dog bite may not sound very harmful, these bites can cause significant pain and even lead to rabies or tetanus infection. Immediate medical care is needed, especially when the bite is from a dog that has or might have rabies. Medical Bills can accumulate rapidly, in addition to lost wages from work due to pain and suffering. A dog attack can be a terrifying situation as well as potentially producing physical limitations or disfigurement.  If you or someone you know has been bitten by a dog or injured in another animal attack, the experienced lawyers at Sanchez & Brown can help you understand how the law applies to your case and whether you can pursue legal action for compensation. Strict Liability Law involving Florida animal attacks: When it comes to dog bites and other animal attacks, Florida’s strict liability legislation bases a lawsuit on the animal’s owner being liable for injuries sustained due to the attack. While in some states the animal’s owner is only liable if the animal has previously attacked someone else, this is not the case in Florida. If you were injured from a dog bite or a similar animal attack, the owner is automatically liable so long as the attack occurred in public or lawfully in a private place. Negligence Law involving Central Florida animal attacks: While Florida’s strict liability laws are the most common route for pursuing a personal injury lawsuit in these cases, you may also be able to argue your case on the basis of negligence. To do so, you must be able to prove that the animal’s owner failed to provide some duty of care which resulted in the animal attack and the subsequent injuries.  Suppose that you are going for a morning or afternoon jog. While passing your neighbor’s home, you notice that the gate to their fence is open. Unfortunately, by the time you realize it, their dog is already out and has bitten you. This is a common scenario that is ripe for negligence—the neighbor failed to ensure that their pet’s enclosure area was secured. Sanchez & Brown can help you identify whether negligence law can also be applied to your lawsuit. Dog Bite? Call us at (407) 515-1125 or visit us online for more information at www.sanchezbrown.com. *The information contained on this website is not to be construed as legal advice. It is not intended to solicit or form an attorney-client relationship. About Us We are passionate about representing the everyday-person who has been hurt by another’s negligence. We hold insurance companies accountable and strive for the best possible results for each client. Please call us for a free consultation, we’d love to hear from you. Our Contact Information: Tel: (407) 515-1125  Website: www.sanchezbrown.com