A dog bite is a painful and traumatic event that can leave you with costly medical care needs, permanent scarring, and other damages. However, you may be entitled to compensation, as the dog owners are often responsible for the harm their pet causes to another person.
Our animal attack attorneys at Werner, Hoffman, Greig & Garcia have experience representing clients in claims over dog bite liability in Boca Raton. We give clients the resources and support they need to pursue a case and recover compensation after a serious attack. If you suffered a dog bite injury, you should consider scheduling a free initial case consultation with one of our lawyers today.
An owner’s liability for a dog bite in Boca Raton will depend on the circumstances of the incident, including the location and events of the attack. Dog bite liability under Florida Statute § 767.04 applies to an owner for bites that occur in public places or when a person is lawfully in a private place. A person is lawfully present on private property if they have the express or implied invitation of the owner to be there. Additionally, a person on private property for the purpose of performing a legal duty under Florida law or the U.S. postal laws will have lawful presence.
Dog bite liability can be complex in cases where an owner alleges a person’s negligence was a contributing cause of the biting incident. For example, in a case where a person antagonized the dog or provoked it to attack, the owner’s liability may be reduced, and the compensation the injured person can recover in court may be limited. The reduction in liability is generally proportional to the percentage of fault the jury assigns the injured party. We help evaluate the merits of a dog bite case and the right to compensation from a liable dog owner.
After an initial consultation, our office could file a civil lawsuit against a dog owner and seek compensation for any damages incurred. We help clients identify and claim all applicable damages in their dog bite case, including the following:
Dog bite cases can take time to litigate depending on the level of complexity regarding the liability of the involved parties. Our lawyers guide clients through every step of their case, including court appearances and settlement discussions.
Starting the claim process sooner rather than later is essential for establishing evidence while it is fresh and for maintaining the right to pursue a claim under the state’s statute of limitations. The deadline to file a personal injury claim is two years from the date of the dog bite under Florida Statute § 95.11.
No, dog owners are liable for bites under Florida Statute § 767.04 regardless of a dog’s history of being vicious or an owner’s knowledge of it.
Yes, Boca Raton requires dogs and other pets to be on a leash when off the owner’s property under Municipal Code Section .5-32.
Our lawyers are here to give you the guidance and support you need in recovering compensation for the injuries you suffered in a dog bite incident. At Werner, Hoffman, Greig & Garcia, we work on a contingency fee basis for clients. We do not charge you anything until we recover compensation for you, which means no legal bills while we work on your case. Contact our office today to schedule a free initial consultation about establishing dog bite liability.
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