Dog Bites Injuries – Personal Injury Lawyers in Orlando, Florida

If you or someone you know have been bitten by a dog, compensation for the bite may be acquired. the owner is liable for the damages incurred by the dog bite. There are a number of factors that may determine the liabilities of the owner, and this means if a dog has been shown to be dangerous. There is a concept known as the “one bite rule,” although that is a misnomer, as the dog may not have bitten anyone to be considered dangerous. Some signs of aggression are:

• Growling / snapping at people
• Jumping on people (this includes non-aggressive)
• Frightening people who pass by
• Specific breed classified as dangerous
• Dog is trained to fight

In other jurisdictions, a simple showing that the dog caused someone’s injuries is enough to impose strict liability on the dog’s owner. Common negligence theories may also be used to hold a dog owner liable for a dog bite victim’s damages. if the owner is held liable, the victim may be entitled to compensation for:

• Medical expenses
• Lost wages
• Pain and suffering
• Property damage

If you are considering filing a lawsuit based on a dog bite, consider the Personal Injury attorneys at the Law Firm of Anderson and Ferrin, experienced Personal Injury Lawyers located in Orlando, Florida. Call for a Free Consultation.

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