An Arlington dog bite lawyer helps you hold a dog’s owner legally responsible for injuries caused by a bite or attack, whether it happened on public or private property. Jim Ross Law Group gathers evidence proving the attack and the owner’s liability, then negotiates with insurance companies to recover compensation for your medical care and other losses.
While they might be considered “man’s best friend,” dogs can sometimes cause serious injury. When they do, Jim Ross Law Group has Arlington dog bite injury attorneys ready to assist you.
Dog bites and attacks are surprisingly common both here in Texas and elsewhere throughout the country. Often, these incidents go unreported because the victim assumes it was their own fault or doesn’t want to see the dog face consequences. Failing to take action can leave you financially responsible for expenses that arise as a result, from a hospital visit and treatment to time missed from work.
Attacked by someone’s dog? You could be owed compensation
While a dog might be a beloved pet, it’s also considered property under the eyes of the law. If someone allows their dog to bite or attack another person, they are legally responsible for the incident. As your Arlington dog bite injury attorneys, we work through the details of your case to prove:
- That you were indeed bitten or attacked by a dog and suffered injury as a result — often through eyewitness testimony and medical records showing the severity of your injury.
- That you did not willfully attempt to antagonize the dog or go out of your way to initiate the bite or attack.
- Who legally owns the dog, since that is the individual who will be held legally responsible for the attack and subsequent injuries.
How liability and insurance work in a dog bite case
In most cases, the dog’s owner is held legally responsible for injuries caused by their pet. Many dog bite claims are ultimately resolved through the owner’s homeowners or renters insurance policy, since these policies commonly include liability coverage for injuries caused by pets. Our attorneys negotiate directly with the insurance company to pursue a fair settlement.
What to do right after a dog bite in Arlington
- Seek medical attention for your injuries
- Photograph the wound and the scene
- Get the contact information of the dog’s owner and any witnesses
- Report the incident to animal control or the appropriate authority
Our team negotiates with insurance providers for a fair and full settlement — we know what your case is worth and won’t settle for less than you need. Call Jim Ross Law Group at 817-275-4100 and tell us about your needs. We’re here to listen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is liable if I’m bitten by a dog in Arlington?
In most cases, the dog’s owner is held legally responsible for injuries caused by their pet, since a dog is treated as the owner’s property under the law. Our attorneys investigate the incident to confirm ownership and gather evidence supporting your claim.
What if the dog that bit me didn’t have a history of aggression?
You may still be able to recover compensation even if the dog had never bitten anyone before, depending on the circumstances of the attack and whether the owner acted negligently, such as failing to restrain the dog or ignoring warning signs of aggression. Our attorneys review the facts of your case to determine your options.
What if I was partly to blame for provoking the dog?
If you’re found to have provoked or antagonized the dog, it can affect your claim, which is why proving you did not instigate the incident is an important part of building your case. We gather witness statements and other evidence to establish exactly what happened.
Will a dog bite claim in Arlington go through the owner’s homeowners insurance?
Many dog bite claims are resolved through the dog owner’s homeowners or renters insurance policy, since these policies commonly include liability coverage for injuries caused by pets. Our attorneys negotiate directly with the insurance company to pursue a fair settlement on your behalf.
What should I do right after being bitten by a dog in Arlington?
Seek medical attention for your injuries, photograph the wound and the scene, and get the contact information of the dog’s owner and any witnesses, since documentation like this strengthens your claim. Then contact an attorney before discussing the incident with an insurance company.