Have you ever thought about what you would do if a family member or loved one was the victim of a vicious dog bite or animal attack? Who would you call? Would you call the police? Would you call animal control? Would you call a lawyer? We know very well that all animals, no matter how tame or domesticated, have an animalistic nature and can attack even if unprovoked.
In most cases, dog bites and animal attacks occur due to the negligence of the animal owner. Either they fail to adequately supervise the animal, permit it to roam freely without a leash or allow it to escape from an enclosure. The damage caused by the bite of any animal can be disastrous and can lead to serious personal injury or even death. Sadly, most dog bites and animal attacks can be prevented with proper care and precaution.
Under Florida law, a dog owner is strictly liable for all damage caused by a dog bite or attack. That means that unless the dog was provoked, a victim has an unfettered right to receive compensation for their injuries. As a result of the state of the law and the supreme protection it provides to victims, many insurance policies exclude dog bites and animal attacks from coverage. In fact, they are specifically excluded from insurance coverage.
Should you or a loved one ever become the victim of a dog bite or animal attack do the following:
-Call the police
-Call animal control
-Call The Citron Law Firm toll free
For a free consultation regarding your dog bite or animal attack case, please contact The Citron Law Firm at 877-550-4LAW.
