Incident Investigation
Gather reports, photographs, witness information, and available ownership records.
Personal Injury Representation
Fort Myers Dog Bite Lawyers
Legal representation for adults and children injured in dog bites and animal attacks in Southwest Florida.
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Personal injury matters only
Understanding Your Claim
Dog Bite and Animal Attack Claims
Dog attacks can cause puncture wounds, infection, scarring, nerve damage, emotional trauma, and other lasting harm. Florida law and the circumstances of the attack determine the rights and responsibilities involved.
Our attorneys review the circumstances, available evidence, insurance issues, and applicable deadlines so clients can make informed decisions about their legal options.
Protecting Your Claim
Document the Attack and Treatment
Medical records, photographs, animal-control reports, witness information, ownership records, and insurance details can help establish what happened and the resulting harm.
Early investigation can help preserve documents, photographs, witness information, and other evidence that may be important to the claim.
Why Choose Kushner & Kushner
Experienced Dog Bite Representation
Our firm provides focused preparation, direct communication, and practical guidance throughout each stage of a personal injury matter.
Insurance Review
Identify potentially applicable homeowner, renter, business, or other coverage.
Damage Documentation
Document treatment, scarring, emotional effects, lost income, and future care needs.
Evidence Review
Review available records, photographs, reports, and witness information.
Insurance Communication
Address applicable coverage, requests for information, and claim discussions.
Personalized Legal Support
Provide clear guidance based on the circumstances of the individual matter.
How We Can Help
Dog Bite Cases We Handle
We help clients understand the evidence, insurance issues, and legal options that may apply to their circumstances.
Serious Bite Injuries
Legal guidance for injuries and losses involving serious bite injuries.
Child Dog Bite Injuries
Legal guidance for injuries and losses involving child dog bite injuries.
Scarring and Disfigurement
Legal guidance for injuries and losses involving scarring and disfigurement.
Emotional Trauma
Legal guidance for injuries and losses involving emotional trauma.
What should I do after a dog bite?⌄
Get medical care, report the incident to the appropriate local authority, identify the owner, and photograph injuries when possible.
What if the dog had never bitten anyone before?⌄
A prior bite is not the only fact that may matter. Florida law and the full circumstances should be reviewed.
Can a child have a dog bite claim?⌄
Yes. Claims involving children require careful attention to medical care, scarring, emotional harm, and rules governing a minor's recovery.
Serving Southwest Florida
Local Knowledge. Experienced Dog Bite Representation.
Our Fort Myers-based team helps clients throughout Southwest Florida understand the claim process, preserve important evidence, and address applicable deadlines.
Fort Myers Legal Representation
Our attorneys help clients understand documentation, insurance, and filing requirements.
Serving Southwest Florida
We represent clients in communities throughout Lee and Collier Counties.
Focused Claim Preparation
Careful preparation helps organize evidence and clarify the available legal options.
Know the Deadlines
Personal injury matters may involve strict deadlines, so prompt guidance is important.
Where We Serve
Proudly ServingSouthwest Florida
From our Fort Myers office, we represent dog bite clients throughout Southwest Florida.
Contact
Let’s Discuss Your Situation
If you need guidance after a dog bite matter, our team is here to help you understand your options and next steps.
Find Our Office
Conveniently Located inDowntown Fort Myers
Our office is centrally located in the heart of Fort Myers, making it easy to serve clients throughout Southwest Florida.
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