Austin Dog Bite Attorney

Injured in an animal attack?

Texas is one of a minority of states which observes the "one-bite rule .” This means that that legal liability for a dog bite is based on one of the following :

• The owner knew that the dog had bitten someone previously or had the potential to bite a person
• The injury was caused by the negligence of the dog owner or handler
• Injury was caused by a violation of a leash law
• The injury was caused intentionally by the dog handler

If one of these points cannot be proven, the injured party can file a dog bite claim based on negligence. In addition to the “one bite law” two new dog bite laws went into effect in Texas in September 2007. Add to the fact that dog bite cases often hold an emotional charge if the dog owner and the victim cannot come to an agreement. This is a difficult situation that requires not only a skilled, but a compassionate personal injury lawyer. An Austin personal injury lawyer from Zinda & Davis PLLC can provide you with the most compassionate representation in your dog bite case.

Dog Bite Lawyer in Austin

Was the dog leashed? Did the dog handler have voice command or control over the dog to stop the attack? Did the attack occur on private property or in a public place such as a park? Did the dog handler try to prevent the attack in the first place? Although over 98% of bites are a result of a domestic dog or cat, bites can occur from other animals. According to the Texas Department of Health animals such as: raccoons, opossums, javalinas, rabbits, rats and squirrels also inflict bites to humans. What are your rights if bitten by one of these animals in public or private premises? The answer to these questions and more may have a huge impact on your dog bite or animal bite case. We can help.

Contact an Austin dog bite lawyer if you or a loved one has been the victim of an animal attack.