There are many dog owners across the country. While many of these pet owners take excellent care of their pets, those dog owners who are negligent pose a serious risk to society. Statistics show that over 4.7 million people in the United States are bitten by dogs each year. One out of every six dog bites is serious enough to require medical attention. Dog bites can transmit serious illnesses — including rabies — and can cause tissue and muscle damage. In some cases, survivors of serious dog bites have mobility issues or are mauled to such an extent that they require reconstructive surgery. Tragically, children are often at a high risk of dog bites and to smaller children, these bites can prove fatal. Dog attacks on children are most likely to result in face, head, and neck injuries, which can affect breathing and can cause death.

There are laws in Florida — and across the country — that protect you from vicious dogs and from negligent pet owners. If you have been injured or have had a loved one injured because of a dog bite, contact qualified Florida attorneys to lead about your legal rights. This is especially important if you will need medical attention. Insurance companies may be reluctant to pay for reconstructive surgery or long rehabilitative treatments. Experienced injury lawyers at Flaxman & Lopez have a proven record of helping dog bite survivors get the help and protection they are entitled to under the law.

In most cases, dog owners are at least partly responsible when a dog bites or attacks. A good Florida lawyer can investigate the case and can advise you of your legal rights. Dog bite laws can be complex and tend to vary between counties and cities as well as states. By considering the exact circumstances of the attack as well as where you were bitten or attacked, the experienced attorneys at Flaxman & Lopez can tell you exactly what your legal options are. They can help you get the compensation you deserve and the benefits you need to get quality medical care.

If you or a loved one has been or attacked or injured by a dog, contact Flaxman & Lopez today — either online or by calling 1 800 535 2962 (1 800 5 FLAXMAN). We answer your questions over the phone and we can set up a complimentary, no-obligation consultation to discuss the options available to you.