Dog Bite Injury Attorney

Justice For Attack Victims

Overcoming Physical And Emotional

Devastation After Animal Attacks

Dog attack victims suffer traumatic injuries that extend far beyond visible wounds. Children face lifelong scarring and fear of animals. Adults endure months of reconstructive surgery and psychological trauma. Insurance companies minimize these devastating impacts while owners claim their “friendly” dog has never bitten before—despite warning signs they ignored.

Challenges Dog Bite Victims Experience:

• Severe injuries including facial trauma, nerve damage, infections, and permanent disfigurement
• Insurance adjusters blaming victims for “provoking” the dog even when attacks were unprovoked
• Dog owners claiming ignorance of their animal’s dangerous tendencies despite prior aggressive behavior
• Medical bills exceeding $50,000 for typical serious dog attacks requiring surgery and rehabilitation
• Psychological trauma including PTSD, anxiety around animals, and emotional distress requiring ongoing therapy
• Lost income during recovery from debilitating injuries that prevent work for weeks or months
• Permanent scarring and disfigurement that affects self-confidence, career prospects, and quality of life

Djiba Law fights for complete compensation covering immediate medical care, future reconstructive procedures, psychological treatment, and the permanent emotional impact these devastating attacks cause.

Why Choose Djiba Law

For Dog Bite Claims

When dangerous dogs attack, victims need attorneys who understand both Texas animal liability laws and the full scope of physical and emotional damages. Djiba Law represents Austin dog bite victims with aggressive advocacy that holds negligent owners accountable while securing compensation for all injuries.

What Sets Our Dog Bite Practice Apart:

• Deep understanding of Texas negligence-based dog bite laws and proof requirements for owner liability
• Strategic evidence collection including attack scene investigation, witness interviews, and animal control report analysis
• Collaboration with medical experts, plastic surgeons, and psychologists who document full injury extent
• Experience proving owner knowledge of dangerous propensities through prior incident investigation and neighborhood canvassing
• Knowledge of homeowner’s insurance policy coverage and tactics insurers use to deny dog bite claims
• Transparent communication with regular case updates and direct attorney access throughout recovery
• Proven track record securing substantial settlements for catastrophic dog bite injuries throughout Central Texas

Specialized Representation For

Austin Attack Victims

Our Austin dog bite attorneys handle all types of animal attack claims throughout Travis County, proving owner negligence while pursuing maximum compensation for severe injuries.

Proudly Serving

Travis County Attack Victims

We meet clients at our office, travel to you during recovery, or conduct consultations via video call. Most dog bite inquiries receive same-day responses given the urgency of evidence collection and medical documentation.

High-Risk Areas We Serve

Zilker Park, Auditorium Shores, Red Bud Isle, Walnut Creek Park, Bull Creek District Park, apartment complexes throughout Mueller, Domain, South Congress, East Austin, Hyde Park, Barton Hills, Travis Heights, Brentwood neighborhoods

How Djiba Law Builds

Winning Animal Attack Cases

Our Comprehensive Methodology:

• Immediate attack scene investigation with photography documenting injuries, location, and circumstances before evidence disappears
• Retention of medical experts, plastic surgeons, and psychologists who document full physical and emotional injury extent
• Collection of animal control reports, veterinary records, and prior incident documentation proving owner knowledge
• Neighborhood canvassing for witnesses and prior aggressive behavior evidence that establishes dangerous propensities
• Strategic pursuit of homeowner’s insurance coverage and all liable parties including property owners
• Internal linking between related practice areas including catastrophic injury and premises liability claims
• Regular review of Texas animal liability laws and appellate decisions affecting dog bite victim rights
• Detailed documentation of all medical treatment, reconstructive surgeries, and ongoing psychological therapy needs

From Attack To

Maximum Recovery

➤ Aggressive Negotiation & Trial Readiness

We present compelling evidence packages, negotiate with insurance adjusters using expert support, prepare for trial while pursuing fair settlements, and remain ready to litigate when insurers refuse reasonable compensation.

Common Questions

From Austin Attack Victims

How much does a dog bite lawyer in Austin cost?

Dog bite attorneys work on contingency, meaning no upfront fees. The attorney receives a percentage only if you win, typically 33-40% of the settlement or verdict.

What is Texas’s one-bite rule for dog attacks?

Texas uses negligence-based liability requiring proof the owner knew or should have known their dog was dangerous. Prior incidents, aggressive behavior, or breed reputation can establish this knowledge.

Can I sue if the dog has never bitten anyone before?

Yes. Evidence of prior aggressive behavior, growling, lunging, or the owner’s statements about the dog being “protective” can prove knowledge of dangerous propensities even without prior bites.

How long do I have to file a dog bite lawsuit in Austin?

Texas personal injury statute of limitations is two years from the attack date. However, evidence disappears and witnesses forget, so immediate legal representation is critical.

What if the dog owner claims I provoked the attack?

We counter provocation defenses with witness testimony, attack circumstances analysis, and evidence showing the dog’s aggressive history. Texas comparative negligence allows recovery even if partially at fault.

Will homeowner’s insurance cover my dog bite injuries?

Most homeowner’s policies cover dog bite liability, though some exclude specific breeds. We identify all available insurance coverage and pursue maximum policy limits.

How much is my dog bite case worth?

Values depend on injury severity, permanent scarring, reconstructive surgery needs, psychological trauma extent, lost wages, and owner negligence degree. Facial injuries to children warrant substantial compensation.

How Our Dog Bite

Practice Serves Austin Victims

Child Dog Bite Attorney

Protecting Children From Lifetime Scarring And Trauma

Children suffer disproportionate harm from dog attacks, with facial injuries causing permanent disfigurement and psychological trauma affecting development. Our dog bite lawyers immediately secure medical documentation of injuries, photograph scarring, and retain plastic surgeons who project future reconstructive surgery needs. Children’s settlements must account for decades of scar revision procedures and ongoing psychological therapy as they mature. We pursue maximum compensation through homeowner’s insurance policies, often exhausting policy limits given injury severity. Texas law recognizes children’s vulnerability and inability to provoke attacks, strengthening liability claims. Many child attacks occur at friends’ homes, parks, or apartment complexes where supervision failed. Insurance companies often lowball initial offers hoping parents will settle quickly, but we fight for compensation covering lifetime medical and emotional needs.

Facial Dog Bite Injury Lawyer

Maximum Compensation For Permanent Facial Scarring

Facial dog bites cause devastating injuries including nerve damage, tissue loss, and permanent scarring that affects victims’ self-esteem and career prospects. Our attorneys work with maxillofacial surgeons and plastic surgeons who document injury severity, treatment protocols, and future revision surgery needs spanning years. We pursue compensation for past and future reconstructive procedures including skin grafts, tissue expansion, and scar revision surgeries. Facial scarring affects victims psychologically, often requiring extensive therapy for depression and social anxiety. Insurance companies dramatically undervalue facial disfigurement, but we present expert testimony demonstrating lifetime impacts. Many facial attacks involve dogs lunging at face-height victims or knocking victims down before attacking.

Pit Bull Attack Attorney

Holding Owners Accountable For Aggressive Breed Attacks

Pit bull attacks often cause catastrophic injuries due to breed strength and aggressive tendencies when improperly trained or socialized. Our Austin dog bite attorneys investigate owner knowledge of the dog’s dangerous propensities through animal control records, veterinary records, and neighborhood witness interviews. We counter insurance defenses claiming “the breed doesn’t matter” with expert testimony on bite force and injury patterns. Many pit bull owners ignore warning signs including growling, lunging, and prior aggressive incidents. Texas law doesn’t automatically impose strict liability for specific breeds, requiring proof the owner knew their particular dog was dangerous. We establish this knowledge through prior complaints, unleashed incidents, and owner statements about the dog being “protective” or “territorial.”

Dog Attack Scarring Claims

Pursuing Compensation For Permanent Disfigurement

Permanent scarring from dog attacks affects victims physically and emotionally for life, yet insurance companies treat scars as minor cosmetic issues. Our attorneys retain plastic surgeons who document scar severity using standardized classification systems and project future revision surgery needs and costs. We pursue damages for past treatment, future procedures, psychological counseling for body image issues, and diminished quality of life. Scarring on visible areas like face, neck, arms, and legs affects social interactions, career opportunities, and intimate relationships. Children’s scars may require multiple revision surgeries as they grow. We present compelling evidence demonstrating how permanent disfigurement impacts every aspect of victims’ lives.

Apartment Complex Dog Bite Lawyer

Property Owner Liability For Dangerous Animals

Apartment complexes and property managers have duties to protect residents and visitors from dangerous animals on premises. Our premises liability attorneys pursue landlords who ignore tenant complaints about aggressive dogs, fail to enforce pet policies, or allow dangerous breeds in violation of lease terms. We investigate prior incident reports, maintenance records of complaints, and property manager knowledge of dangerous animals. Many apartment attacks occur in common areas, stairwells, parking lots, or when dogs escape from units with inadequate containment. Property owners often claim they’re not responsible for tenant-owned animals, but we prove liability through negligent security and failure to address known dangers.

Park Dog Attack Attorney

Off-Leash Violations And Public Space Incidents

Austin parks require dogs to remain leashed except in designated off-leash areas, yet many owners ignore these rules causing attacks. Our attorneys prove owner negligence through witness testimony, park regulations, and attack circumstances showing the dog was uncontrolled. We pursue owners whose dogs attack at Zilker Park, Auditorium Shores, Red Bud Isle, and neighborhood parks throughout Travis County. Off-leash violations demonstrate owner disregard for public safety and strengthen liability claims. Many park attacks involve dogs approaching other dogs or children despite the owner’s inability to maintain control. We document leash law violations through animal control citations and park witness statements.

Delivery Driver Dog Bite Claims

Protecting Service Professionals From Property Dangers

Postal workers, delivery drivers, utility workers, and service professionals face elevated dog attack risks when entering properties. Our dog bite injury lawyers pursue owners and property managers who fail to restrain animals when professionals have legitimate business reasons for property access. Texas law provides specific protections for service professionals lawfully on premises. We prove owners knew or should have known professionals were approaching and failed to secure dangerous animals. Many delivery driver attacks occur at front doors, in yards, or when dogs escape through open garage doors. Workers’ compensation may cover some damages, but we pursue third-party dog owner liability for full compensation including pain and suffering.

Dog Bite Infection Injury Lawyer

Severe Complications From Animal Attack Wounds

Dog bite wounds carry high infection risks including MRSA, sepsis, cellulitis, and rabies concerns requiring aggressive medical treatment. Our attorneys document infection complications through medical records, treatment protocols, and expert testimony on increased injury severity. We pursue damages for extended hospitalizations, intravenous antibiotic treatments, additional surgeries, and permanent tissue damage from infections. Insurance companies often claim infections resulted from improper wound care rather than the attack, but we counter with medical expert testimony establishing causation. Infection complications significantly increase medical expenses and recovery time, yet adjusters minimize these serious complications.

Nerve Damage Dog Bite Attorney

Permanent Disability From Severe Animal Attacks

Dog bites causing nerve damage result in chronic pain, loss of sensation, limited range of motion, and permanent disability affecting work capacity. Our attorneys work with neurologists and orthopedic surgeons who document nerve injury extent, treatment limitations, and permanent impairment ratings. We pursue compensation for past medical treatment, future pain management, lost earning capacity, and diminished quality of life. Nerve damage to hands, arms, legs, or face creates permanent disability that insurance companies dramatically undervalue. Many victims require occupational therapy and adaptive equipment. Texas courts recognize nerve damage as catastrophic injury warranting substantial compensation.

PTSD From Dog Attack Claims

Addressing Psychological Trauma Insurance Companies Ignore

Dog attacks cause severe psychological trauma including PTSD, anxiety disorders, fear of animals, and depression requiring extensive therapy. Our dog attack lawyers retain psychologists and psychiatrists who diagnose trauma conditions, establish causation, and project ongoing treatment needs. We pursue damages for past and future psychological counseling, medication, and quality-of-life impacts that emotional injuries cause. Insurance adjusters dismiss psychological injuries as exaggeration or pre-existing conditions, but we counter with expert testimony and treatment records. Children often suffer particularly severe psychological trauma affecting school performance and social development. PTSD from attacks can prevent victims from walking outdoors or visiting public spaces, dramatically affecting daily life.

Wrongful Death Dog Attack Claims

Justice For Families Who Lost Loved Ones

When dog attacks kill victims, surviving families face devastating loss and deserve maximum compensation for negligent owners. Our wrongful death attorneys pursue damages for funeral expenses, lost financial support, loss of companionship, and mental anguish. We investigate attack circumstances thoroughly, proving owner knowledge of dangerous propensities and negligent failure to control the animal. Wrongful death dog attacks often involve multiple dogs, unsecured aggressive breeds, or owners with prior dangerous dog designations. We coordinate with criminal investigations when applicable and pursue punitive damages when the owner warrants additional punishment.