Tag Archives: Dog Owner Liability
What To Do If You Were Bitten by a Dog in West Palm Beach
When a dog becomes vicious and attacks a human, the damage inflicted on the human can be life-threatening. Take, for example, a horrific dog attack that occurred at Greater Motor Sports of Palm Beach on 1466 North Military Trail. A 60-year-old man was attacked by three pit bulls and suffered catastrophic injuries. Police were… Read More »
Bitten By a Dog?
Americans love dogs. In fact, there is at least one dog living in 44% of all households in this country. But it’s important to remember that dogs are, after all, animals, and animals aren’t always friendly. In nearby Cape Coral, a woman was taking a walk through her neighborhood when she was attacked by… Read More »
Types of Dog Bite Claims & Limitations
In Florida, if a dog bites you, the dog’s owner may be held liable. This is true even if the dog bit you on the owner’s property. Dog bites can range in severity, and can result in nothing more than a small wound, or end up requiring extensive medical care and possibly surgery to… Read More »
Determining Liability in a Dog Bite Accident
Dogs are often considered “part of the family,” so when a dog bites you, the owners are hesitant to take the blame. After all, you must have “provoked” the dog in some way for it to bite you, because biting is “out of character” for the family pet. Unfortunately though, animals tend to do… Read More »