What to do after a dog bites injury
- Get medical care — infection risk is real.
- Report the bite to local animal control.
- Get the owner's name, address, and insurance information.
- Photograph the wounds before and after they begin to heal.
- Follow up on plastic surgery consultations for any visible scarring.
Why hire a lawyer for a dog bites case?
Owners often pressure victims to 'not make a big deal' out of it — usually because they don't realize their own insurance is what's on the hook. A lawyer makes sure the medical, scarring, and emotional impacts are fully presented.
Common injuries we see
- Lacerations and puncture wounds
- Permanent scarring
- Facial injuries (especially in children)
- Nerve damage
- PTSD and lasting fear of dogs
What you can recover
Medical bills, future plastic surgery, scarring and disfigurement damages, lost wages, and pain and suffering — particularly significant in cases involving children.
Florida & Georgia law that affects your case
Florida and Georgia recognizes both common-law negligence claims against dog owners and certain statutory claims. There is no automatic 'one-bite' free pass when warning signs of aggression were known.
Insurance company tactics to watch for
- Arguing 'provocation' to avoid liability.
- Pressuring quick settlement before the full scope of scarring is known.
- Disputing the value of cosmetic damage on a child.
How our process works
- Free consultation.
- Identification of homeowners' or renters' policy.
- Medical and cosmetic care documentation.
- Demand, negotiation, and litigation.
