A dog bite can leave you with severe injuries and long-term medical bills. Injuries can also prevent you from returning to work to support yourself and your family. When a child is a dog bite victim, the injuries can prevent them from returning to school, sports, and other activities. If you or a loved one was bitten by a dog and suffered injuries in North Lauderdale, our dog bite lawyers can pursue financial compensation from the responsible party for your damages.
At Ged Lawyers, we are a law firm with a history of winning. Our North Lauderdale personal injury lawyers will represent you by speaking to the insurance company and negotiating on your behalf. Contact our legal team to get started today.
Why Choose Our Dog Bite Lawyers Serving North Lauderdale to Fight for You
Financial compensation after an animal attack or bite can help you get the immediate medical care you need to treat physical injuries and cover future cosmetic or reconstructive surgery. To help you concentrate on your recovery, or on helping a loved one through theirs, we can take care of the following legal processes for you:
- Investigate the circumstances of the bite
- Collect physical and documentary evidence
- Draft your insurance claim and lawsuit
- Consult medical experts and specialists
- Handle all communication with the insurance provider
- Clarify the potential timeline of your case
- Negotiate a fair and appropriate settlement
Founded in 1995, our law firm has recovered more than $26 million in compensation for the clients we represent. We will handle all the hard work of your dog bite injury claim and do everything possible to obtain the maximum compensation you need and deserve.
See Why Our Previous Personal Injury Clients Recommend Ged Lawyers
When previous clients talk about our commitment to outstanding legal service and support, they say:
- Michael Marineau: I wanted to share my gratitude for GED Lawyers and their entire staff … From my call from the accident scene to receiving a check … I always had a direct line of communication … That’s how it’s supposed to be in a personal injury case. Forever grateful.
- Eyad Albuhaisi: Very helpful and professional customer service. Superb experience. Highly recommend. Service from start to finish and some more.
Read additional testimonials and client reviews from satisfied clients and learn more about how hard we work to provide the 360-degree support.
What You Need to Know About Our Client-Friendly Contingency Fee Structure
Hefty retainers and hourly fees do not have to prevent you from getting legal support when you need it most. Everybody deserves access to legal representation, so our North Lauderdale dog bite attorneys do not request any upfront or out-of-pocket costs.
We cover all:
- Court filing fees
- Expert witness fees
- Discovery costs
- Mediation costs
- Evidence collection fees
Our fee is a percentage of your recovered damages. If you do not receive a financial award, you will not owe us any legal or attorney fees.
Financial Compensation for Current and Future Dog Bite Injury Damages
The cost of an animal attack can vary based on the severity of your physical injuries and the toll they take on your life and lifestyle. We create a detailed list of your recoverable damages and gather bills, receipts, and other documents that prove their value.
Our dog bite lawyers serving North Lauderdale can request damages for:
- Known and anticipated medical expenses
- Known and anticipated lost wages
- Rehab, therapy, and cosmetic recovery
- Property damage, loss, or diminishment
- Physical disability and disfigurement
- Physical and emotional pain and suffering
Where applicable, we also pursue wrongful death damages for dog bite victims’ families. Contact our team at Ged Lawyers to learn more about your potential financial recovery.
We Gather Compelling Evidence to Support Your Dog Bite Case
The case file we build for you will contain two types of evidence, though some could be used to meet multiple goals. To prove the dog bit you, we collect:
- Animal control records
- Veterinary records
- Medical records
- Written prognosis
- Witness statements
- Expert testimonials
The second part of your case file will document the accident’s financial aftermath. It will include medical bills, employment and salary history records, and property repair or replacement bills.
Act Swiftly to Protect Your Right to File Your Dog Bite Lawsuit in Florida
The Florida statute of limitations for personal injury cases is generally two years, according to Florida Statutes § 95.11. The filing deadline tolls for minors—it pauses and restarts on their eighteenth birthday.
If your lawsuit is not filed on time:
- You may not be allowed to file it at all
- It can be dismissed without being heard
- The insurer could stop all negotiations
The same statute of limitations applies to wrongful death lawsuits with the same consequences of non-compliance. Our law firm will help you understand and meet the applicable filing deadline.
Additional Laws for Dog Bites That Affect Your North Lauderdale Case
Dog bite laws vary greatly from state to state. For North Lauderdale victims, Florida Statutes § 767.04 allows us to pursue the owner of the dog who bit you in a public or lawful private place.
If the dog who bit you or your loved one was previously deemed dangerous, the owner is responsible for taking even greater safety measures. We will gather evidence to provide documentation of the condition of the dog in question, the owner’s liability, and protect your right to recover fair compensation.
We also clarify where to pursue damages. In many cases, this will mean the at-fault party’s homeowner or renter’s insurance policy. If these policies deny coverage—some will exclude insurance coverage based on the dog’s breed—we can pursue damages from a pet liability policy, if possible.
Your Path to Recovery Starts with Our North Lauderdale Dog Bite Attorneys
If you or someone you love was bitten or attacked by a dog, our law firm will pursue the dog’s owner for compensation. Our North Lauderdale dog bite lawyers will identify the owner and the appropriate insurance company and handle all communication on your behalf.
Learn more about recovering fair compensation for your medical bills and related expenses and losses. Contact our consultation team at Ged Lawyers to get started today.
