Orlando Dog Bite Injury Lawyers - Florida Dog Attack Attorneys

Each year, more than 4.7 million Americans are bitten by dogs, according to the Centers for Disease Control. In addition, dog bites account for 386,000 trips to the emergency room and 12 deaths annually.

Have you or a loved suffered a dog bite injury? Were you the victim of a pit bull attack? Contact the dog bite injury lawyers at Jacobs & Goodman today. We have 30 years of experience helping victims of all kinds of animal attacks recover the financial settlements they deserve.

For more information on dog bites, please visit our Animal Bites Info Center, or review the general information below.

Dog Bites - An Overview

Over 4 million people are bitten by dogs each year. Of these, more than 800,000 require medical attention. If you have been bitten by a dog, it is important to know your legal rights. Contact an experienced personal injury attorney in your area to learn more about your options. He or she can provide you with a clear explanation of your rights and help you make the best decision regarding your dog bite case.

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Protecting Your Children from Dog Bites

According to the Centers for Disease Control, the majority of dog bite victims are children. While even the most docile animal may bite and predicting when and if a dog may attack can be impossible, there are certain measures you can take to protect your children from dog bites.

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Dog Bite Laws

Thousands of people require medical attention every year after being bitten or attacked by dogs. If you have been injured by a dog bite, you have rights. Contact an attorney to discuss the potential of obtaining compensation for your injuries.

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Proving Knowledge of a Dog's Vicious Propensities

In states that do not have dog bite statutes, an injured person usually must show that the owner knew or had reason to know that his or her animal was predisposed to bite or attack, known as having vicious or dangerous propensities, in order to recover damages from the owner or the owner's insurer.

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Defenses in Dog Bite Cases

There are three common defenses to dog bite injury claims: the plaintiff assumed the risk, the plaintiff's own negligence led to the injury or the plaintiff provoked the animal. The availability of these defenses may be limited by state statute or other laws in your area regarding dog bites.

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