Dog Bite Cases...
Many Florida residents are dog owners and these pets can bring many years of love and happiness to a family. Some dogs are purchased for protection; however, even the most even-tempered K-9 can bite someone without warning. The scars from these attacks can last a lifetime and affect the entire family of the dog owner as well as the family of the victim. If the victim is a small child, it makes matters worse.
Florida provides strict liability laws effecting dog owners who have dogs involved in an attack. There are defenses to a dog attack including the provocation of the animal and the posting of the appropriate signage warning of the possibility of attack. Florida law also requires insurance coverage to cover dog attacks if available and appropriate.
The Law Offices of John O. McGowan & Associates, P.A. have handled numerous dog bite claims over the years as well as defended those being sued for damages resulting from their dog causing injury. By handling both types of cases, our firm has the experience necessary to analyze all sides of the incident and come up with the best possible outcome for our client.
It you or your loved one has been injured in a dog attack, we have the experience to settle your claim out of court, saving you time and expense, but we are also skilled litigators that will represent you in the courtroom if a settlement is not the best course of action.
When you or a loved one has experienced a dog attack or your pet has attacked someone else, you need an experienced attorney representing your interests. Contact us immediately to get our experience on your side. Our attorneys will serve you in Southwest Florida or many other locations throughout Florida.