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Florida Dog Bite Accident Lawyers
For most families, a pet dog brings years of happiness and companionship. But when dogs’ natural aggression isn’t controlled, they can turn on human beings and cause very serious injuries. According to the federal Department of Health and Human Services, dog bites send about 386,000 Americans a year to emergency rooms; 6,000 are hospitalized and about 17 die.
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As experienced Florida dog bite accident lawyers we know that, unfortunately, most victims of severe dog attacks are children. These victims often sustain serious head injuries that could scar them for life, physically and emotionally, if left untreated. They may require years of reconstructive surgeries and therapy. In a lawsuit, an experienced Florida dog bite lawyer can recover money to cover these treatments and compensation for the victim’s often-substantial pain and suffering.
Under Florida law, owners are liable for harm caused by their dogs’ attacks, even if the dog has never bitten before. Unless the owner posted an easily-read sign warning “BAD DOG,” or the victim was a trespasser over the age of six, a Florida dog bite lawyer can to hold owners legally liable for the results of their dogs’ attacks.
Because most dog bites take place around private homes, many dog bite claims are covered by homeowners’ insurance. While this is a relief for victims who don’t want to sue a friend, it means they’re up against a bureaucracy whose priority is saving money, not helping victims. If you’re contacted by an insurer after a dog bite accident, be cautious; don’t sign anything or take money until you speak with the Florida dog bite accident lawyers at Weinstein & Scharf, P.A., about your rights.
If you or someone you love was bitten by a vicious dog in Florida, contact Weinstein & Scharf, P.A. for a free consultation. (Llámanos -- hablamos su idioma.) We help dog bite victims throughout South Florida, including Fort Lauderdale, Coral Springs, West Palm Beach, Lake Worth and Wellington. For a free consultation, call our Florida dog bite lawyers today at 561-738-0900 in West Palm Beach or 954-755-4011 in Broward County.
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