Get Justice for Dog Bite Injuries with Our Experienced Dog Bite Attorneys
If you or a loved one suffered a dog bite in Georgia, you deserve justice and fair compensation. At 404-Hurt Law, our experienced Georgia dog bite lawyers fight for victims’ rights across Atlanta and beyond. Call (404) 487-8529 for a FREE case review.
Dog attacks can cause severe injuries, emotional trauma, and costly medical bills. Georgia’s dog bite laws (O.C.G.A. § 51-2-7) hold owners accountable, but proving negligence requires legal expertise. Our dog bite attorney Georgia team offers:
Under dog bite laws in GA, owners are strictly liable if their dog was previously deemed “vicious.” Even for first-time bites, victims can sue under negligence claims. Our Atlanta dog bite lawyers help you:
Was the owner reckless? Did the attack happen on public property?
Medical records, photos, and witness statements.
Including scars, infections (like rabies), and PTSD.
Our dog bite lawyers recover damages for:
✔ Emergency room bills & surgeries
✔ Lost wages & future earnings
✔ Scarring/disfigurement (common in face/arm bites)
✔ Emotional distress & trauma
Dog bite settlements in Georgia vary based on:
(ER visits, surgeries, permanent scarring)
during recovery
(emotional trauma, PTSD)
of the dog owner
✔175,000forfacialscarring(Atlanta case)
✔175,000forfacialscarring(Atlanta case)
✔90,000 for infected hand bite (Savannah)
✔ $250,000 for child’s arm fracture (Macon)
Our Atlanta dog bite lawyers calculate your case’s true value – insurers often lowball victims.
Georgia follows a modified strict liability rule (O.C.G.A. § 51-2-7):
Owners are liable if their dog previously bit someone or was labeled dangerous.
Apply if the owner violated leash laws or failed to restrain the dog.
Property owners may be sued if they knew a tenant’s dog was dangerous.
Exception: If you were trespassing or provoked the dog, your compensation may be reduced.
Dog bites risk infections (rabies, tetanus).
Keep all hospital records – they prove injury severity.
o File reports with Atlanta Animal Control (404-546-0363) or local police.
Photos of wounds, torn clothing, and the attack location.
Witness contact information.
Insurance adjusters may call within hours – don’t give statements without a lawyer.
Serving Atlanta, Savannah, Macon, and all of Georgia, 404-Hurt Law is a trusted personal injury law firm in Atlanta, GA. We handle:
Don’t let insurance companies lowball you. Contact the top-rated dog bite attorney Georgia team today!
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