Countless families across the nation enjoy the companionship of one or more dogs in their home. While most domestic dogs are loving and have a mild temperament, some of these k-9's can also be over protective of their families or territory.

Approximately 4.5 million people in the United States are injured as a result of a dog bite or dog attack each year, many of which are children. Approximately 800,000 of those injured require medical treatment.

Dog and pet owners are responsible for ensuring they take proper measures to make sure others are not put in harms way with regards to potential harmful incidents with their pets. If the dog owner fails to adhere to proper safety precautions, and their dog bites or attacks someone causing injury, they may legally liable for the actions of their pet.

As a law firm providing experienced dog bite attorney & lawyer legal services, assisting Lakeland, Winter Haven, Bartow, and Polk County Florida residents with dog bite liability or other personal injury legal claims or disputes, we are committed to protecting the legal rights of each and every client, while always striving to provide the highest standard of legal representation. Contact the Law Offices of Peter R. Mayer at (863) 644-1749 to schedule a confidential legal consultation.

If you require the legal advice and representation regarding a dog bite liability or other personal injury legal claim or dispute, make sure your legal rights are protected by seeking the legal advice of an experienced Lakeland dog bite attorney & lawyer. Contact the Law Offices of Peter R. Mayer at (863) 644-1749 to schedule a confidential legal consultation.

A dog may attack for a variety of reasons. Many dog bite injuries occur when a dog is trying to defend or protect it's territory, establish dominance over his or her victim, is in a new, unfamiliar, or threatening environment, when disturbed while eating, sleeping, or coveting a toy or treat.

There are several factors that may increase the likelihood that a dog will bite or attack:

A dog that is not altered is three times more likely to bite.
A Dog may often attack when they are chained up or the victim of any form of mistreatment.
Male dogs bite more often than females, especially those between the ages of one and five.
All breeds of dog bite, although statistic show that Rottweilers and Pit Bulls perpetrate approximately half of all dog bite related fatalities.

Many dog bite and dog attack incidents may have been avoided if the owner had taken even the simplest of precautions, such as properly chaining their dog up, ensuring the dog collar was properly fitted so they could not slip out and attack, and not leaving their dog unattended and roaming freely.

While addressing all related issues that should be taken into consideration when pursuing a dog bite & personal injury liability claim, compensation issues may include, but may not be limited to:

Injuries as a direct result of a dog or animal attack;
Medical bills directly related to you or your loved ones injuries, including medical treatment, physical therapy &, rehabilitation costs, prescription costs, necessary medical equipment, and if necessary, long term or permanent treatment treatment and care;
Lost Wages;
Pain and Suffering;
Permanent or long-term diminished quality of life.

In the event that a death has resulted from a dog or animal attack, immediate family members of the victim may seek justice in the form of a wrongful death liability law suit.

The Law Offices of Peter R. Mayer professionally represents the legal rights of those involved in a dog bite liability or other personal injury legal dispute in Lakeland, Winter Haven, Bartow, and the Polk County Florida area.

If you have questions or concerns regarding Dog Bite Liability, make sure your legal rights are protected by seeking the legal advice of an experienced Lakeland Dog Bite Attorney & Lawyer. Contact the Law Offices of Peter R. Mayer today by calling (863) 644-1749.

Lakeland Dog Bite Attorney and Lawyer, providing professional Dog Bite, Animal Attack, Personal Injury, and Wrongful Death Liability Legal Services in Lakeland, Winter Haven, Bartow, and Polk County Florida.

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