Florida’s Dog Bite Law

Dog bite injuries can be very serious.  Often, they can result in: Severe cuts or lacerations; Bite marks; Severe scarring; Broken bones; Ligament damage; Arm, shoulder, leg or knee injuries; Traumatic brain injury (TBI); and/or Emotional trauma Florida law provides several theories of recovery against the owners of dogs who bite a victim.  The theories are 1) Strict Liability; 2) Negligence; 3) Negligence Per Se; and 4) Intentional Tort.  Each theory of liability requires its own unique set of facts and each has its own ramifications on a dog bite victim's claim. Strict Liability – Florida Statute 767.04. Florida Statute imposes strict liability...