Frederick Dog Bite Injury Lawyers
A dog bite is not a minor incident. It’s an act of violence that leaves lasting physical and emotional scars. In Maryland, dog owners are legally responsible when their pets attack, and at Maryland Injury Lawyers, we make sure they pay for it.
We fight for dog bite victims in Frederick and throughout the state. We know the injuries are real. We know the trauma is serious. And we know the insurance companies will do everything they can to avoid paying you what your case is worth.
Don’t accept excuses. Don’t let the owner or their insurance company off the hook. If you or your child has been attacked by a dog in Frederick, call us. Our Frederick dog bite injury lawyers take the case seriously, and we fight until you get justice.
Maryland Law Is Clear: Dog Owners Are Responsible
Under Maryland law, dog owners are strictly liable when their dog attacks someone, even if the dog has never bitten before. If the dog was off-leash, not properly restrained, or had any history of aggression, that just makes the case stronger. We don’t waste time with arguments about whether the dog was “usually friendly” or “just playing.” If a dog injured you or your child, the law is on your side, and we make sure the insurance company knows it.
Dog Bites Aren’t Just Skin Deep—They’re Physically and Emotionally Devastating
We’ve seen firsthand the damage a single bite or mauling can cause. These injuries are painful, traumatic, and often permanent. And in many cases, the victims are children who suffer the worst physically and emotionally.
We represent dog bite victims with severe injuries such as:
- Puncture wounds and deep lacerations
- Nerve damage and loss of function
- Broken bones from being knocked down or dragged
- Infections and diseases like rabies or tetanus
- Disfiguring facial injuries requiring plastic surgery
- PTSD, anxiety, and fear of animals
If you or your child has to live with these injuries, you deserve more than a quiet apology. You deserve full compensation, and we fight to get it.
The Insurance Company Will Try to Downplay the Attack
Most dog bite claims are paid out through the dog owner’s homeowner’s or renter’s insurance. But don’t be fooled; the insurance company isn’t on your side. Their goal is to pay as little as possible, as fast as possible. They’ll argue that the dog was provoked or the victim “assumed the risk.” They’ll say the injuries aren’t as bad as you claim or allege that there’s no coverage under the policy. We’ve heard it all, and we don’t let it slide. We counter with hard evidence: medical records, photographs, expert evaluations, and witness statements that prove the truth and put pressure where it belongs—on the insurer.
We Move Fast to Preserve Evidence and Build a Strong Case
Time matters in dog bite cases. The longer you wait, the more likely it is that the owner will change their story, dispose of the animal, or make the evidence harder to find. That’s why we act immediately to:
- Photograph injuries and document the attack
- Identify the dog and determine its ownership and history
- Interview witnesses and neighbors
- Verify any prior complaints or bites on record
- Track down applicable insurance coverage
We build your case from the ground up, with trial in mind. That’s how we negotiate from a position of strength, and it’s why insurance companies know we mean business.
Local Knowledge Helps Us Win in Frederick
Dog bite claims aren’t just about the law; they’re about the facts on the ground. We know Frederick. We know the neighborhoods where off-leash dogs are a problem. We’ve gone up against landlords, tenants, and local homeowners before. We also know how to handle cases involving county parks, apartment complexes, and pet-friendly businesses where owners fail to follow leash rules. That local experience helps us build stronger, faster cases that get results.
We Fight for Maximum Compensation
Dog bite victims often suffer long after the wound heals. Scars. Nerve pain. Fear. Sleepless nights. Missed work. We factor all of that into your case, and we don’t settle for anything less than full justice. After a dog bite or attack in Frederick, you may be entitled to compensation for:
- Medical bills and future treatment
- Plastic surgery and scar revision
- Lost wages and lost earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress and mental health care
- Permanent disfigurement or disability
You get one chance to get this right. We make it count.
Call Maryland Injury Lawyers—Let’s Get Justice
You didn’t ask to be attacked. You didn’t deserve to be hurt. But you do deserve to be compensated, and we’re here to make that happen. At Maryland Injury Lawyers, we fight for dog bite victims across Frederick and beyond. We don’t get paid unless we win. And when we take your case, we take it all the way.
Call us now for a free consultation. Let’s fight. Let’s win. Let’s make them pay.
