Dog Bite Attorney in Macon

Georgia's dog bite laws hold owners strictly liable for injuries, but there are a few conditions that must be met for such laws to apply. First, the dog has to be considered "vicious" or "dangerous."

This could be as simple as showing the dog should have been on a leash according to local laws. Next, the dog must have been loose because of the owner's carelessness. That’s what amounts to negligence on the side of the dog owner.

Lastly, the victim must not have done anything to provoke the dog into attacking them. More than half of the time, we’ve seen that the other party tends to raise this defense.

A Morgan and Morgan dog bite lawyer brings years of experience, powerful legal resources, and a team of experts to your case. They can:

• investigate the incident to gather all necessary evidence;
• assess the scope of your injuries and losses;
• place a dollar value on your claim;
• identify the party responsible for the dog attack incident;
• file a claim with the liable party;
• handle negotiations with insurance companies on your behalf; and
• represent in court if the other party decides to play hardball with your claim.

The potential damages you can claim after such an incident usually cover different losses. Depending on the specifics of your case, you may be able to seek compensation for emergency room visits, surgeries, follow-up appointments, and even physical therapy.

If you missed work while recovering from your injuries, you can also claim lost wages. Additionally, if the bite leaves you with lasting scars or disabilities, these long-term impacts can be factored into your claim.

Beyond the tangible costs, you can also pursue damages for the physical pain and emotional trauma caused by the attack. 

The best way to find out if you have a valid case is by getting the opinion of dog bite experts at Morgan and Morgan. Even better, you won’t have to pay a cent out of pocket. It’s all free. Also, if your case is valid, we can represent you for free unless we win. To get started, please fill out this form today.