Texas Dog Bite Lawyer
Serving throughout the Great State of Texas
Dogs are an integral part of many Texas families’ lives. While these canine companions bring joy, laughter, and comfort to many, they can at times pose serious danger when they react by biting. All too often Texas children are among the more than 4 million Americans who are victims of dog bites each year. Such an attack can cause the victim serious injuries, scars, and emotional trauma. If you or a loved one was the victim of a Texas dog bite, let the Texas dog bite lawyers of Daniel Stark help you get compensation for resulting injuries and suffering.
Like other states, Texas has laws in place that hold dog owners responsible for the pain, suffering, and medical bills following the biting incident. While Texas does have a “one free bite” law, the experienced lawyers of Daniel Stark have helped numerous victims receive compensation for their injuries even when the dog had no history of biting. Don’t let this law keep you from contacting our office to help you get the money you need to cover the cost of medical care and suffering.
Steps to Take after a Texas Dog Bite Injury
Ideally, after a dog bite incident occurs, you should seek medical care for injuries and report the event to a local animal control agency. The latter step is especially important if the dog that bit you was a stray, as the animal control agency will need to find the dog and pick it up to prevent additional bitings.
After seeking medical care and filing a report, be sure to get copies of your records and the written report. These documents will be needed when you talk with a Texas dog bite injury attorney. Other items that may prove helpful in building your claim are photos of the injuries and receipts from medical bills and prescriptions.
Next, contact a Texas dog bite injury lawyer at Daniel Stark. There is no charge for the initial consultation, and we work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing unless we win your case. During the initial consultation, you’ll speak with one of our personal injury lawyers, who will evaluate your accident and answer your questions so you can make an informed decision on how to best move forward.
The good news is dog bites can be prevented! Here’s how:
Give dogs their space: If you encounter a dog that is eating, caring for puppies, or sleeping, keep your distance. Always approach dogs slowly and carefully.
Avoid unknown dogs: If you aren’t familiar with the temperament of a dog, stay away from it. Always keep away from stray dogs.
Pay attention to warnings: If you see a “Beware of Dog” sign or if someone tells you that a potentially dangerous dog is present, be extra careful and keep your distance. Never reach through a fence to pet a dog.
Always ask the owner’s permission before petting a dog: The owner should be able to tell you if a dog is friendly or not. Do not pet a dog without allowing it to see and sniff you first.
Make sure children are supervised when playing with dogs: Children are far more likely to be bitten than adults, often because they do not realize the potential danger of dogs. In fact, the average age of dog-bite victims is around 15. Educate your children on dog safety and make sure you are present when they are playing with dogs.
8-Year-Old Mauled by Pit Bulls
A 8-year-old girl was attacked and severely injured by pit bulls in west Dallas. The dogs, belonging to the girl and her mother, had never attacked anyone before and were otherwise well-behaved. But when the mother came home and realized she’d locked herself out of the house, she sent her daughter over the gate to try to find a way in. When the little girl hopped the fence, the dogs viciously attacked her. [Read More]
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If you or a loved one has been injured by a dog bite, contact a Texas dog bite lawyer from Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers for a free and confidential consultation. Simply complete a free consultation request form or call us toll free at (866) 241-4861. We have offices in Bryan/College Station, Dallas/Fort Worth, and Waco.
Daniel Stark practices in the following areas: auto accident, trucking accident, wrongful death, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, electrocutions and burns, defective product, drug injuries, dog bite injury, and construction site injury.
