Florida Ranks in Top 10 for Dog Bite Claims

1. Florida Ranks in Top 10 for
Dog Bite Claims

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Based in Tampa, Florida, the attorneys of Culpepper
Kurland recover losses for people who have suffered
injury because of the negligence of others.
Culpepper Kurland maintains a staff with expertise
in a wide range of personal injury law, including
premises liabilities such as those arising from poor
security, falls, and dog bites.

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According to 2012 statistics unveiled by State Farm
Insurance, the state of Florida ranked eighth in the
nation for dog bite claims filed last year.
The insurance company reports 123 claims filed
totaling $7.1 million paid in 2012.

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Nearly five million Americans are bitten by dogs
every year.
About half of those are children, many of whom
suffer serious injuries to the face in the attacks.
Owners are legally responsible for injuries caused
by their pets.
Florida in particular has stringent laws designed to
hold pet owners responsible for damage caused by
their dogs.

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Care should always be taken around unknown dogs.
In the event a bite occurs, however, the first priority
should be to seek immediate medical attention to
avoid additional complications such as infection.
After the injury has been evaluated and stabilized, a
personal injury attorney can examine the case and
begin the process of recovering damages from the
negligent pet owner.

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Care should always be taken around unknown dogs.
In the event a bite occurs, however, the first priority
should be to seek immediate medical attention to
avoid additional complications such as infection.
After the injury has been evaluated and stabilized, a
personal injury attorney can examine the case and
begin the process of recovering damages from the
negligent pet owner.