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Pembroke Pines Dog Bite Lawyer
Dog bites and dog attacks are a sensitive subject because they are often involve an animal that is considered to be a part of someone’s family. Under Florida law, a dog owner is liable when their dog bites someone else. They are responsible for the damages which occur as a result of that bite and/or attack. Florida does not have a “one free bite” rule, which excuses the dog owner of liability resulting from the first dog bite.
Florida law does, however, take into consideration a victim’s own negligence which can reduce the amount of the damages awarded to a potential claimant. This usually happens in cases where a dog bite victim teases or provokes the dog into attacking. Some Florida dog owners try to protect themselves and lessen their liability by posting a sign that reads “bad dog” outside of their home. Although the posting of such signs may limit the owner’s liability, they can still be held responsible regardless of the signage.
In most cases, a dog owner’s home insurance policy will cover injuries caused by dog bites and animal attacks. On occasion, a homeowner’s insurance policy will explicitly state that it does not cover animal related events.
Citron Law Firm practices personal injury law in Pembroke Pines and handles cases involving dog bites and animal attacks. Our Pembroke Pines animal attack lawyers are happy to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We can be reached locally at (954) 712-1686 or toll free at 877-550-4LAW or contact us online.
