Dog Bite Cases in Florida
Every year there are 4.5 million incidents of dog
bites. Nearly two
million are children. Hundreds of thousands of these dog bites require
some kind of medical attention and up to two dozen people will die as
a result of a dog attack.
Legal Rights of Dog Attack Victims in Florida: The legal rights of a dog bite victim heavily depend upon where the animal attack happened since laws can vary down to the city level. In Florida, dog bite law is a mixture of state and local law. Also, the circumstances of what may have led to the attach are very important, such as whether someone was negligent, someone how violated a leash law, a person who had an animal that has a history of getting loose or injuring people and other factors. The laws are intended to protect people from being needlessly victimized from irresponsible dog owners.
How To Contact Cohen & Juda About Your Case: If you or someone you know feels they have a dog bite case, simply complete the Case Information Form below or call us at (954) 424-1440.
If you are in Miami, Palm Beach or elsewhere in Florida you can call us toll free at 1-866-324-7333. By completing the form, we can better serve you by reviewing your details and can promptly get back in contact with you. All information is confidential.