Being attacked and bitten by a dog can turn your ordinary day into a painful and scary experience. Whether you were bitten while walking through Brickell, visiting Little Havana, jogging along Bayfront Park, or in your own neighborhood, the painful injuries and trauma that follow a dog attack can be severe. In Florida, however, you have the right to pursue compensation, and an experienced Miami dog bite lawyer is here to protect that right.
At the Law Office of Alexander Alvarez, we are proud to be Hispanic-owned and offer a wide range of representation to residents of Florida. We understand how terrifying and overwhelming it can be to find yourself attacked and bitten by a dog or to have your child harmed. Our firm is dedicated to providing clients with the highest quality counsel and representation during this difficult time, and we are here to pursue the optimal results available in your case.
Being attacked and bitten by a dog is a more common occurrence than most people realize. According to the CDC, one in five people attacked and bitten by a dog require medical attention, and 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year, most of them being children. Despite this, dog ownership is on the rise, and in 2025, around 53% of households in the United States owned dogs.
Florida state law is very protective of dog attack victims. According to the law, the state follows what is known as a “strict liability” code, meaning that the owner of a dog is liable for any damages when their dog attacks and bites someone in a public area or when that victim is lawfully on private property. This is regardless of whether the dog has any prior history of violence or whether the dog’s owner was privy to previous behavior.
However, it is important to note that a dog owner’s liability can be reduced if they are able to prove that the victim tormented or provoked the animal or if the victim was unlawfully trespassing on the dog owner’s property in order to commit a crime at the time of the attack.
Due to the many nuances of dog bite cases, it is essential to hire a Miami dog bite attorney who can work to protect your rights to compensation, whatever your case might entail. Our lawyers are here to provide you with all the details regarding Miami dog bite laws and how they might pertain to your case.
In Miami, dog attacks can result in a number of horrific injuries, especially for children. Whether your trauma is physical or psychological, you deserve compensation for the following:
It can be difficult to offer an exact number when it comes to calculating the exact average settlement for a dog bite case in Miami, Florida. This is because every case is different and values vary. However, depending on the extent and severity of the harm done, you are likely to be able to recover some combination of medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional trauma damages.
The costs involved when hiring a dog bite lawyer can vary based on the nuances of your unique case. Factors like the duration of your case, the overall complexity of your case, and the skill level, education, and experience of your attorney can all play into the final costs. Keep in mind, however, that most personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they do not get paid unless compensation is secured.
In Florida, you have two years from the date of the dog bite injury to file your legal claim. This deadline is legally referred to as a “statute of limitations”. If you wait too long to seek compensation, your case can likely be dismissed, and you will lose all chances of recovering compensation. For this reason, it is essential to reach out to an attorney as soon as possible.
Many times, the victim of the dog bite knows the dog owner on a personal level, making the idea of pursuing a personal injury claim difficult. Thankfully, most dog bite claims are filed against a homeowner’s insurance policy, rather than against the owner of the dog themselves. Remember, you deserve compensation when injured, and your lawyer can handle your case with care and discretion.
If you or your child has been attacked and bitten by a dog, you need to hire a dog bite lawyer in Miami right away. This is not the time to wait when seeking legal counsel. Instead, you need to turn to the experienced and qualified team at the Law Office of Alexander Alvarez. Your recovery is important to us, and we are here to seek the results you most deserve. We invite you to contact our offices today to learn more and to schedule your free consultation.
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