Were you injured by a dog bite in Pompano Beach, FL?
At Loshak Law PLLC, we hold dog owners accountable and pursue full compensation for bite victims in Pompano Beach.
If someone else’s dog bit or attacked you, our attorneys can pursue the owner and the insurance that covers the harm. A bite is rarely a simple wound; it can mean surgery, infection, nerve damage, and scarring that lasts. Loshak Law PLLC determines who owned or kept the animal, establishes responsibility, and documents the full extent of the injury. Our Pompano Beach, FL dog bite lawyer moves quickly, because the dog’s history and the witnesses are easier to find soon after the attack. Please contact us today for a free consultation.
Dog Bite Lawyer Pompano Beach, FL
Florida treats dog owners more strictly than many states do. An owner is generally responsible for a bite that happens in public or while the victim is lawfully on private property, even if the dog had never bitten anyone before. A dog bite lawyer uses that rule to seek payment for the victim, most often from the owner’s homeowner’s or renter’s insurance rather than the owner directly.
Florida ranks second in the country for the number of dog bite claims. Across the United States, more than 4.5 million people are bitten each year and more than 800,000 need medical care, according to the veterinary association. A smaller number of attacks are fatal, with federal data recording 468 deaths from dog bites between 2011 and 2021, an average of 43 a year.
Types of Dog Bite Cases We Handle in Pompano Beach
Dog attacks range from a single puncture to injuries that require reconstructive surgery, and the responsible party is not always the owner alone. We represent bite victims in the following situations across Pompano Beach.
- Severe and disfiguring bites. Deep punctures, torn muscle, and nerve damage can leave permanent scars and lasting injuries. We document the injury with an eye toward future treatment as well as current care.
- Attacks on children. Children are bitten more often than adults and tend to suffer facial and head wounds. Because a settlement for a child may need court approval, we handle these claims for minors carefully.
- Bites by a dog you know. Many victims are hurt by a neighbor’s, friend’s, or relative’s dog and hesitate to file a claim. Payment usually comes from insurance, not the owner’s pocket, which we explain from the outset.
- Loose and off-leash dogs. Attacks by unrestrained dogs at parks, on sidewalks, and in yards raise questions of both ownership and control. Our attorneys gather witness accounts and any animal-control record.
- Landlord and keeper liability. A property owner or person keeping a dangerous dog can share responsibility. Our attorneys investigate every party who may owe compensation.
- Infection and rabies exposure. A bite can transmit bacteria or raise concerns about rabies exposure that require immediate treatment and reporting.
- Emotional and psychological harm. A serious attack can leave lasting fear and anxiety, especially in children, and that harm is part of a claim’s value.
- Fatal attacks. When a dog attack causes death, surviving family members may pursue a wrongful death claim, which we handle with care for the family.
Why Choose Loshak Law PLLC as My Dog Bite Lawyer in Pompano Beach, FL?
Our Founding Attorney
Our founding attorney, Brandon F. Loshak, has represented injured clients for more than 13 years and holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest peer rating for legal ability and ethics. He completed a finance degree at the University of Colorado and a law degree at St. Thomas University, and he practices in Florida and Texas. He is a member of the American Bar Association and the Broward County Bar Association. When a dog bite leaves lasting injuries, our personal injury lawyer in Pompano Beach pursues the owner’s homeowner’s insurance and any other coverage that applies.
Case Results in Injury and Premises Claims
Our firm has recovered millions of dollars for injured clients in injury and premises matters:
- A $1,000,000 premises liability and negligence settlement
- A $2,000,000 policy-limits settlement in a catastrophic injury case
- A $500,000 slip and fall settlement
These outcomes come from other kinds of injury claims, and no result is ever promised, but they show how we prepare serious cases.
What Is Important to Understand About a Dog Bite Case?
A dog bite claim turns less on whether the owner was careful and more on the injuries, the insurance available, and any argument that the victim provoked the animal.
Damages, Liability, and Compensation for Dog Bite Cases
Because Florida holds owners responsible without proof the dog was known to be dangerous, liability is often clearer in a bite case than in other injury claims. The harder questions are usually the value of the injury and the insurance that will pay. Recoverable damages can include:
- Emergency care, reconstructive surgery, and future treatment
- Lost income during recovery
- Pain and suffering, scarring, and emotional distress
Scarring and nerve damage can be permanent, so how we calculate damages has a direct effect on the recovery. One defense does appear often: Florida’s comparative negligence rule reduces or bars recovery if the victim provoked the dog or was somewhere they had no right to be, and we prepare each claim to meet that argument.
What Are Important Aspects of a Dog Bite Case?
A few steps in the first days after an attack strengthen a claim.
- Getting medical care. Bites carry a high risk of infection, so prompt treatment and complete medical records matter for health and for the claim.
- Reporting the attack. A bite reported to the county health department triggers rabies assessment and creates an official record.
- Identifying the dog and owner. Recovery depends on knowing whose dog it was and what insurance is available, which is harder once the owner leaves the scene.
- Documenting the wound. Photographs taken as the injury heals show its severity better than words alone.
What Is the Dog Bite Case Timeline?
A dog bite claim moves at the pace of the medical treatment, especially when reconstructive surgery is involved. Most cases follow this path:
- We confirm the owner, the dog, and the applicable insurance
- We obtain the incident and any animal-control report
- We track treatment and its long-term effect on the victim
- We present a demand once the injuries are understood
- We negotiate, and file suit if the insurer will not pay fairly
Florida’s statute of limitations gives most bite victims two years from the attack to file suit. This filing deadline applies whether or not a claim has been reported to an insurer.
What Should You Bring to Your Dog Bite Consultation?
Whatever you have from the day of the attack helps us evaluate the claim, though we can start with little.
- Photographs of the bite and the location
- The owner’s name and address, if you know them
- Any bite report or animal-control record
- Your medical records and bills to date
Notes that document your injuries and your recovery are also useful. The consultation is free, and we will review these materials and explain how a claim would proceed.
Reach Out to Loshak Law PLLC to Schedule a Consultation
If a dog attack left you injured, Loshak Law PLLC can pursue the owner and the coverage that applies to your injuries. We take dog bite cases on a contingency fee, so you owe no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you. Our Pompano Beach dog bite lawyer will explain who may be liable and what your claim could involve. You can contact us to arrange a free, confidential case review.
