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Dog Bite attorney in Austin Texas

Texas Dog Bite Lawyer

Dog attacks can cause serious injuries and lasting trauma. We hold negligent pet owners accountable for the harm their animals cause.

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How We Help Dog Bite Victims

When you’ve been injured in a dog bite incident, you need a dog bite attorney who understands the unique challenges of your case. As one of the top dog bite law firms in Texas, Medina & Medina has extensive experience handling these claims and knows what it takes to get you the compensation you deserve. Our experienced dog bite lawyers offer a free consultation and charge no fee unless we win.

What We Do For You

  • Investigate your case thoroughly to establish liability
  • Gather evidence including medical records, witness statements, and expert opinions
  • Negotiate diligently with insurance companies on your behalf
  • Take your case to trial if necessary to get you fair compensation

Why Clients Choose Medina & Medina

Our dog bite attorneys have extensive experience handling these cases across Texas, including Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Georgetown, and beyond. As an experienced dog bite law firm, we offer free consultations, bilingual representation, and charge no fee unless we win your case. If you are looking for the best dog bite lawyer in Texas, Medina & Medina gives every case personalized attention because we believe every client deserves an attorney who fights for the right outcome.

Common Causes

  • Dogs running loose without leashes in public areas
  • Owners failing to properly secure dogs behind fences or gates
  • Aggressive breeds not properly trained or socialized
  • Dogs with known bite histories allowed to interact with the public
  • Landlords permitting dangerous dogs on rental properties
  • Dog owners ignoring leash laws and local ordinances

Typical Injuries

  • Deep puncture wounds and lacerations to hands, arms, and face
  • Facial scarring and disfigurement especially in children
  • Infection complications including rabies risk
  • Nerve and tendon damage requiring surgical repair
  • Emotional trauma including fear of dogs and post traumatic stress
  • Permanent scarring requiring cosmetic or reconstructive surgery

How We Prove Liability

Texas follows the "one bite rule" with a negligence standard, meaning the owner is liable if they knew or should have known their dog had dangerous tendencies. Evidence of prior bites, aggressive behavior, complaints from neighbors, and violations of local leash laws establishes that the owner was on notice of the danger. Landlords and property managers who allow known dangerous dogs on their properties may also face liability for injuries occurring on the premises.

Texas Legal Framework

Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 822 addresses dangerous dogs and establishes criminal penalties for owners of dogs that cause serious bodily injury. Under Texas common law, a dog owner is liable for bite injuries if the owner knew or should have known the dog was dangerous, which can be shown through prior incidents or breed specific aggressive behavior. Local municipalities in Texas may enact stricter animal control ordinances that impose additional duties on dog owners, and violations of these ordinances support negligence claims.

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Frequently Asked Questions

At Medina & Medina, we work on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay nothing upfront and no fees unless we win your case. Our fee is a percentage of your recovery.

In Texas, you generally have two years from the date of your injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, there are exceptions that may shorten or extend this deadline, so it’s important to consult with an attorney as soon as possible.

You may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and in some cases, punitive damages. The amount depends on the specific circumstances of your case.

While you’re not required to have a lawyer, having experienced legal representation typically results in higher settlements. Insurance companies have teams of lawyers working for them, and you deserve someone advocating for your interests too.

Compensation depends on the severity of your injuries, medical expenses, lost wages, and impact on your life. Contact Medina & Medina for a free evaluation of your case.

Helpful evidence includes police reports, medical records, photos of the scene, witness statements, and insurance information. Our team will help you gather all necessary documentation.

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