Who is responsible for a dog bite incident?
In Florida, dog owners are strictly liable for unprovoked injuries caused by their dogs.
If you have sustained injuries related to an unprovoked dog attack, you may be entitled to monetary compensation including medical bills, lost wages, and reimbursement for other damages caused by the dog bite.
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Strict Liability
In Florida, dog owners are strictly liable for injuries caused by their dogs even if the dog has no history of attacks.
Owners may be liable for injuries that occur on public property or private property.
The dog owner may be liable even if the dog bite occurs on the dog owner’s property.
There are certain circumstances that may make the dog owner not liable for injuries from a dog bite.
- If the victim was trespassing on the dog owner’s property;
- The dog owner has posted signs including the phrase “bad dog” on the property; or
- The victim provoked the dog to attack.
Most of the time, a dog owner is responsible for injuries caused by their dog biting on public property. It is important to have a knowledgable Florida Dog Bite Attorney to represent you so that you get the compensation you deserve.
What are common types of dog bites?
Even just one bite from a large dog can cause significant permanent damage.
In a dog attack, the victim may sustain injuries from several bites that leave lasting injuries that greatly impact their life.
Dog bite injuries include:
- Tearing of Skin, Muscles, and Tendons;
- Fractured or Broken Bones;
- Infections or Diseases from the Bite;
- Permanent Disfigurement and Scarring;
- Death
