What are my rights after a dog bite?

A: An owner of a dog, or any animal, may generally be held liable for the injuries that that animal causes to others.  However, the ease with which you can win a dog-bite lawsuit varies from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.  The personal injury lawyers at Noteboom—The Law Firm are familiar with animal control ordinances in Fort Worth, Dallas, and throughout Texas, and they can advise you on your legal rights. 

For areas without leash-laws or similar ordinances, a recovery is still possible, depending on the facts of your case.  If a wild animal—such as a wolf, lion, bear or monkey—injures you or a loved one, the animal's owner may be held accountable under a theory of strict liability regardless of other facts. 

It is very important to contact a personal injury lawyer soon after a dog-bite occurs.  This is important both to preserve evidence and to make sure your doctors refer you or your child to specialists who can help you minimize any disfigurement and help you cope with the emotional trauma associated with these events.