Dog Bite Lawyer Greenville, SC

Considered one of South Carolina’s most dog-friendly cities, Greenville’s incredible nature trails and parks draw dog owners from around the country. Many areas of the city are off leash, however, and some seemingly friendly dogs might attack in fear. It is ultimately the owner’s responsibility to protect you from dangerous dogs in South Carolina, even if the dog has never shown signs of aggression before.

If you were injured when a dog bit or knocked you down, contact the compassionate Greenville dog bite attorneys at Eppes & Plumblee, P.A. Our dedicated legal advocates might help you obtain needed damages for medical expenses, including cosmetic restoration from liable insurers and dog owners.

Injuries and Complications from Dog Bites

Most dogs bite in fear. Though not every dog bite case is actionable, especially if you or your child harmed or intentionally aggravated the animal, owners should not bring dangerous dogs into public parks or restaurants in Greenville. Dog bites often result in the following serious injuries and illnesses:

• Rabies
• Staph infections
• Tetanus
• Nerve damage
• Blood loss
• Puncture wounds
• Scarring and disfigurement
• Fractures
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Our dedicated personal injury lawyers seriously consider the psychological trauma often associated with dog bites, including agoraphobia and a lifetime fear of dogs. While we love dogs at Eppes & Plumblee and would never seek to harm an animal for a fearful or accidental bite, aggressive dogs have mauled and killed innocent children in Greenville. These can be serious and even fatal cases, necessitating help from our compassionate dog bite injury attorneys.

Understanding South Carolina Strict Liability Laws for Dangerous Animals

South Carolina is not a ‘one-free-bite state.” Liability for dog bites is strict under S.C. Code § 47-3-110. The owner or person controlling the dog is liable for all dog bites and attacks provided the person bitten is lawfully on the premises, i.e., you’re bitten in a public area or while an invited guest. The only exceptions to liability are if you provoked the dog into attacking or you were unlawfully present on the property.

Damages Available in Greenville Dog Bite Injury Cases

Most dog bite injuries are covered by the property insurer. This generally means the insurance policy covering the dog’s residence or the insurance policy for a dog-friendly hotel or restaurant in Greenville. If you were attacked in public, this could still trigger the homeowner’s or renter’s policy. Our experienced attorneys might demand compensation directly from the dog owner or insurance policy for all medical expenses – including cosmetic restoration procedures not otherwise covered by insurance – lost income, and pain and suffering.

Call Our Compassionate Dog Bite and Animal Injury Attorneys in Greenville

If a dangerous dog bites or otherwise injures you in Greenville, discuss your right to obtain needed compensation with the experienced personal injury lawyers at Eppes & Plumblee. Call 864-581-3450 or connect with our legal professionals by contacting us online for free to confidentially discuss your dog bite case.