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Dog Bite Lawyers
Texas dog bite law is often misunderstood – the rules that are supposed to protect victims sometimes favor the dog owners instead, and securing fair compensation for a serious injury becomes a challenge without an experienced attorney.
Texas is a “one-bite” state. That means that a dog owner is considered liable for his or her dog’s attack if one of the following is true:
The owner knew that the dog had either already bitten someone else or had the propensity to bite.
The attack was caused by the owner or handler’s negligence.
The attack was caused by a violation of an animal control law (such as a leash law).
The attack was caused intentionally by the owner or handler.
The “one-bite” law is considered by many to be outdated because it only holds the owner responsible under these very specific circumstances – and a dog who has never bitten before can still cause a serious or even deadly attack. The Texas trial lawyers at our Law Firm are dedicated to representing people who have been seriously injured or killed due to the wrongful actions of others – including owners of dangerous dogs. Our attorneys are very familiar with the dog bites statutes in Texas, including the Lillian Stiles and Unlawful Restraint of Dog laws.
The Lillian Stiles law increased the jail time for dog owners who have failed to secure their dogs, resulting in serious injury. While this law creates tougher criminal penalties for negligent owners, it doesn’t offer any added protection for victims who need compensation to pay for medical bills, lost earning ability, or trauma.
The Unlawful Restraint of Dog law was intended to stop owners from chaining their animals, which is cruel and leads to more aggressive and dangerous behavior. In the law’s original draft, owners were prohibited from chaining a dangerous dog any longer than necessary to protect the safety of others. However, the language was changed so that owners are only prohibited from restraining dogs at night, during bad weather or within 500 feet of a school. This means that dog owners can continue to restrain their pets in a manner that is both inhumane and dangerous.
These laws may not be adequate to protect the rights of dog bite victims. However, the attorneys of our Law Firm pursue all legal avenues in order to provide our clients with the results – and compensation – they deserve. We look at the circumstances of the attack to determine if the dog was improperly secured or treated in a manner that contributed to the incident. If the community in which the attack occurred has strong leash or other animal control laws, a violation can constitute a type of negligence known as negligence per se. That may help establish liability when an owner claims to have been unaware of a dog’s propensity to bite.
Texas law also allows the parent or child of a victim to sue for mental anguish in cases where the parent or child witnessed the attack of a loved one, and the injuries were severe or fatal. While a lawsuit certainly won’t undo the emotional damage suffered by the family member, it will hold the owner accountable – and possibly prevent future attacks. Dog owners must make an attempt to stop their pets once an attack has commenced, and if they fail to take action, this can be further grounds for legal action.
Dog bite laws can be complex, but if you or a loved one has suffered serious injury from an animal attack, the attorneys at our Law Firm are ready to provide experienced and dedicated representation. We take every case on a contingency basis and we only get paid if we win. This means we will fight harder than other Texas law firms to get the money you deserve.
We represent clients all across Texas. If you or a loved one has been seriously injured or killed from a dog bite, contact our Texas dog bite attorneys today.
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Bicycle Accidents – Bicycle Accident Lawyers
Cyclists are a hardy, dedicated bunch of people: active in the community, knowledgeable about biking laws, and generally conscientious about wearing reflectors and watching out for their own safety.
Change lanes to passenger cars and trucks – a good many motorists are not nearly so careful. Car and truck drivers regularly engage in reckless actions that put cyclists at risk. Every year dozens of bicycle riders are injured or killed because of car or truck drivers. Below are some of the common actions that cause harm to bicyclists:
Drove too close or into the bike lane
Changed lanes into the path of a bike, especially when making right-hand turns
Stopped suddenly
At our Law Firm, the personal injury attorneys represent bicyclists (and motorcyclists) and their families after serious accidents resulting in injury or death. Our attorneys are cyclists, too. We know what to look for when investigating a bike accident and how to tell when a motorist hasn’t been completely forthcoming in their testimony.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a bicycle accident, contact our Law Firm to talk with an attorney who really understands. If your injuries prevent you from traveling, we’ll meet you at home or in the hospital to discuss your case.
We Are Here to Protect You (not an insurance company)
Insurance companies try to get injured people to accept a quick settlement. Often they are successful. People with serious injuries have lost wages, may be unable to work, and are facing a lot of medical bills. It’s understandable that they want compensation quickly. But a quick settlement is often not in your best interest.
Willing to Negotiate, Prepared to Litigate
It’s important to have all the facts first. Our attorneys prepare each case as if it will go to court. This means we investigate to be sure we have all the facts and a clear understanding of the true value of your case.
What a Serious Bike Accident Injury Costs
While your case may be negotiated or settled out-of-court, our work ensures you get the money you need after a serious injury. When a bicyclist is knocked to the ground, even if he or she was wearing a helmet, brain injuries and spinal cord injuries are common. We work with experts, economists, and life care planners to understand the current and future costs of medical treatment, physical therapy, medication, medical equipment, and lost income.
Contact Us Today. Our job isn’t to simply win your bike crash case; our job is to help reestablish your financial security and health. Call to schedule a free consultation.
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Dangerous Roads – Dangerous Road Conditions Attorneys
When government agencies and municipalities fail to maintain or adequately design and construct highways and roads, they may be held legally accountable for accidents and injuries that occur as a result. At our Law Firm, we work with surveyors, civil engineers, hydrologists, accident reconstructionists, and other experts in identifying dangerous road conditions that cause motor vehicle accidents. Our attorneys coordinate investigative efforts to ensure evidence is preserved and photographs taken — before repairs are made and hazards removed. We’ve successfully recovered damages for clients in cases involving negligence on the part of several municipalities throughout the area and understand how these cases must be prepared and presented.
Contact our Law Office today if your accident was caused by a pothole, obstructed view due to trees, shoulder drop-off, or water accumulation on the roadway. Our lawyers can evaluate your accident and determine if you have a valid case.
Dangerous Road Conditions
The personal injury attorneys at our Law Firm represent clients in cases where a car accident, motorcycle accident or bike accident was caused by poor traffic design or a dangerous road condition, such as:
Inadequate signage
Lack of water drainage
Obstructed roadway view
Improper road resurfacing
Improperly graded shoulders
Improperly placed guard rails
Improperly marked construction zones
Potholes and improper road maintenance
Take Pictures Immediately — Why Preserving Evidence is Important
It’s important to take pictures or video footage of the scene of your accident as soon as possible. In cases where potholes, obstruction of signs due to trees, or drainage problems are involved, maintenance crews sometimes repair the problem before your case is heard in court. By taking pictures of the dangerous road condition in question, you preserve a visible record for the court to consider and proof of what caused or contributed to your accident.
Establishing a Balance of Power in the Courtroom
While it’s true that various municipalities have investigators and lawyers at their disposal, our experience and expert witness resources ensure a balance of power is maintained in the courtroom. Don’t be misled or intimidated into thinking you can’t win your case because you can’t “fight city hall.” We’ve successfully fought transportation departments and government agencies before. We understand what needs to be done in order to recover damages for your injuries if dangerous roads caused them.
To schedule an appointment to discuss your case, contact our personal injury attorneys today.
