When a dog bite disrupts your life or the life of someone you love, the aftermath can be painful and overwhelming. The physical injuries, emotional scars, and financial burdens that follow often require more than just medical attention—they demand dedicated legal support.
At the Law Office of Mark Wolin, we bring over 35 years of experience representing dog bite victims throughout South Florida. Whether the attack was caused by a negligent owner or a dangerous breed, our firm is here to fight for your rights and secure the compensation you deserve.
A dog bite injury occurs when a dog’s teeth break the skin, causing harm that can range from minor punctures to severe trauma. Dog bites can cause serious injuries, particularly when inflicted by certain breeds such as pit bulls, rottweilers, and Doberman pinschers. Injuries can include scarring, disfigurement, impairment to extremities, post-traumatic stress syndrome, and in extreme cases, death.
Even a single bite can lead to complications requiring extensive treatment and long-term care.
Dog bite incidents can happen in various situations. At the Law Office of Mark Wolin, we’ve seen the following as common causes:
Dog owners are strictly liable for injuries caused by their dogs under Florida law. Miami-Dade County ordinances generally prohibit pit bulls, but in Broward County, pit bull ownership is not prohibited by law, making owner accountability even more critical.
Dog bite injuries can affect every part of your life. Some effects are immediate, while others emerge over time, necessitating prompt medical and legal action.
Dog bite cases can be complex. Insurance companies or owners may argue the dog wasn’t dangerous or shift blame to minimize payouts. Without skilled legal representation, you risk settling for less than you need for medical care, therapy, and recovery.
At Mark Wolin’s Law Office, We Will:
Our investigative journalism background and trial experience enable us to build compelling cases for dog bite victims.
The value of a dog bite case depends on injury severity, future care needs, life impacts, and the owner’s liability.
Mark Wolin has secured substantial settlements and verdicts for dog bite victims across Miami-Dade, Broward, and Monroe Counties. We work with medical experts, psychologists, and care planners to fully assess your claim’s worth.
In Florida, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases, including dog bites, is two years from the date of the incident (per 2023 legal updates). Exceptions may apply if injuries weren’t immediately apparent or involve a minor. Acting swiftly ensures your right to compensation.
Our approach to dog bite claims is aggressive, meticulous, and compassionate. Every client’s story drives a customized legal strategy.
With decades of trial experience and a knack for investigative journalism, Mark Wolin brings tenacity and insight to every dog bite case. His ability to uncover key evidence can make all the difference.
We treat our clients like family and fight as if our own safety is at stake—because for dog bite victims, it often is.
A dog bite can leave lasting scars—but with the right legal team, you can obtain the resources to heal and rebuild. Mark Wolin is here to stand by you every step of the way.
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How do I know if I have a dog bite claim?
If you were injured by a dog due to an owner’s negligence or strict liability, you likely have a claim. A consultation can clarify.
Can I file a claim for someone else?
Yes. If a loved one, like a child, is injured and unable to file, a guardian can pursue it for them.
What evidence proves a dog bite injury?
Medical records, photos of injuries, witness accounts, and animal control reports are vital.
How long does a dog bite case take?
Cases can range from months to years, depending on injury severity, liability disputes, and trial needs.
Will I need to go to court?
Many cases settle, but we’re prepared to litigate if the offer isn’t just.
What if I provoked the dog?
Provocation may reduce your claim, but negligence by the owner could still make them liable.
How much is my dog bite case worth?
Value varies by injury extent, medical costs, emotional harm, and owner responsibility. A review offers an estimate.
Our firm made Florida legal history in the first dog-bite case in the state’s legal history in which a landlord was held liable for damages caused by a tenant’s dog occurring off the landlord’s premises. Our client Carlina Ramirez was 9 years old when she attacked in the park next door to her apartment complex by two pit-bulls owned by other tenants at the apartment complex. The landlord had a rule prohibiting pit bulls, but he did not enforce it, and Carlina became the victim of an incident that the landlord could have, and should have prevented.
The landlord contended that he had no legal liability because the incident took place next door. At first, our judge agreed, and ruled against us on the point. But on appeal, we won a reversal, because, the appeals court held, the landlord had advertised the next-door park as an amenity of the complex.
A Broward County jury returned a $424,000.00 damage award for Carlina and her mother.
If you or a family member should have the misfortune of sustaining a serious injury as a result of dog bites, please call us for a free consultation. We are available 24/7.
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