Orlando Dog Bite Lawyers

Understanding Pet Owner Negligence in Dog Bite Incidents

Dogs can cause serious injuries and other damages if they become aggressive and attack someone. When this happens, the dog's owner can be held responsible for the damages. As long as the dog was improperly restrained and was not provoked to attack by the injured individual, the injured person can file a personal injury claim against the pet owner.

Through the claim, the injured person can recover compensation for all:

• Medical bills
• Pain
• Suffering
• And other damages or expenses resulting from their injuries

What Damages Can Dog Bites Cause?

Dogs carry a lot of bacteria around in their mouths. When someone is bitten by a dog, the wound must be properly cleaned in order to prevent serious infection.

Common infections resulting from dog bites include:

• Tetanus
• Staph infections
• Sepsis (blood poisoning)

Contrary to popular belief, rabies is rarely carried by dogs nowadays. Along with infection, a dog bite can also cause scars from puncture wounds and tearing.

Some cases may even require surgery or may result in permanent nerve damage. In many cases, staph infections are severe and may have a lasting impact on the life of a dog bite victim.

Common symptoms of staph infections include:

• Oozing blisters and boils
• Joint swelling
• And fevers

Fighting for Justice: Dog Bite Victims in Orlando, FL

Florida Injury Law Firm has recovered more than $100 million in damages for clients since 2008. Our firm has 75+ years of combined experience and gives its full attention and energy to recovering fair compensation for accident victims. We can thoroughly investigate your case to preserve evidence to prove that the pet owner is responsible for your injuries.