DOG BITE LAWYERS IN JACKSONVILLE

Not all Jacksonville dog bite or animal attack victims seek the legal assistance of our dog bite lawyers in Jacksonville, but estimates show that as many as 2% of all Americans are bitten by dogs each year and most of those are unfortunately children. And while most dog and animal owners are responsible with their pets and take the appropriate precautions to prevent them from biting or attacking other people by properly confining or leashing their dogs and posting the appropriate warning signs. But there are others that do not act responsibly or take steps to protect others from their dogs, exotic birds and other pets that are capable of inflicting serious injuries.

Our dog bite lawyers in Jacksonville fully understand that every dog bit or animal attack is different and results from a unique set of facts and circumstances. This understanding leads us to carefully explore all of the facts and circumstances of your case. The details can and often do have an effect on settlements and judgments.

If you or a loved one have been bitten or attacked by a dog, bird or other animal, discuss your options and the potential compensation that you might be entitled to for your injuries and losses with our dog bite attorneys in Jacksonville. We provide initial consultations as a courtesy.

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Irresponsible dog owners that do not fully secure their dangerous dogs can put anyone risk, especially young children. 80% of the injuries that children sustain from dog bites are to the head and face resulting in terrible wounds, scaring and psychological trauma that can affect them the rest of their lives. Below are a few of the most common aspects of a dog or animal attack that we fully investigate and aggressively pursue full financial compensation for.

• Pain and suffering.
• Mental Anguish.
• All emergency medical care and treatment costs.
• All ongoing medical treatment costs.
• Cosmetic reconstructive plastic surgery costs.
• All costs associated to future mental and emotional therapy.
• Permanent or temporary physical limitations and or disabilities.
• Future inability to work and earn a living.
• Lost wages and benefits that might have been associated to employment.
• Lost or damaged personal property.

HOW OUR DOG BITE LAWYERS IN JACKSONVILLE WILL ASSURE THAT YOU ARE PROPERLY COMPENSATED

Our dog bite attorneys in jacksonville have successfully represented many dog and animal attack cases and we always fully explain what is involved in a lawsuit filed against a dog, bird or animal owner or person responsible for the control of a dog, bird or animal. The following is a general overview of the steps that we take on a client’s behalf in a dog bite lawsuit.

The Initial Courtesy Consultation

Our dog bite lawyers in Jacksonville will speak with you in detail to understand the events that resulted in your being bitten or attacked by a dog, bird or animal and based on the information you provide, we will be able to use our knowledge of the law to let you know if you have a valid claim.

Gathering Evidence and Building Your Case

After we speak with you and determine that you do have a legitimate claim under Florida law, our attorneys and investigators will begin to gather the evidence that we will use to build your case and a legal strategy.

Demand

Once we have gathered witness statements, insurance information and other information including a calculation of all present and future costs and damages. We will compose a demand letter and send it to the responsible owner or other persons and the insurance companies that are involved.

Negotiating A Possible Settlement 

Upon receipt of our demand letter, the responsible parties and their insurance providers have 21 days in Florida to respond in one of two ways:

Defendant Agrees to Settle: Depending on the circumstances and amount of your claim, the responsible people and the insurance companies may agree to settle. If this happens, the case will be closed and you will receive the settlement amount everyone agreed to.

The Defendant Attempts to Negotiate a Settlement Amount: The most common response is that the insurance provider and responsible people will reply with a counter offer to settle for a lesser amount than the amount we demanded. Negotiation begins and ends with both parties agreeing to a settlement amount. If this happens, as with above, the case is closed and you will receive the settlement amount everyone agreed to.

If We Are Forced To File A Lawsuit

If the insurance providers and responsible party will not agree to a reasonable settlement amount, and you do not agree to accept their offer, we will file a lawsuit and take your case to court. A lawsuit can take a long time, years in some cases with the legal maneuvers that a defendant can make. But in the end, the jury will enter their verdict, the judge will issue a court order to the defendant, and you will receive the amount the jury awarded you.

THE EXPERIENCE YOU NEED TO WIN!

Our dog bite lawyers in Jacksonville are very familiar with the Florida laws on animal attacks and will use this knowledge and our extensive trial experience to build a case that will deliver the compensation you deserve either through a negotiated settlement that is fair or by taking your case to court. Contact us as soon as possible to review your case. Our initial consultations and representation require no out of pocket costs to you. And we only get paid when you get paid.