Charleston - Mt. Pleasant Dog Bites Attorney

Carolina Personal Injury Lawyer

There is no such thing as "one free bite" in South Carolina. In our state, dog and exotic animal owners are expected to keep their animals under control at all times. That means keeping a dangerous dog in a fenced yard or on a leash. If the gate is left open, and the dog escapes to attack a small child or neighbor, the homeowner or property owner is liable for damages. That usually includes medical expenses and pain and suffering, and additional costs such as plastic surgery and psychotherapy.

If your small child is the victim of a dog attack, you have the right to pursue compensation for your losses. Contact E. Vernon F. Glenn, The Lowcountry Lawyer at Clore Law Group for a free initial case review today. We will review the accident report with you to outline potential legal solutions, and answer questions about a possible animal bites claim.

Claims Due to Dog Bites

Our corner of South Carolina is a sports paradise, with many opportunities for hunting and fishing. Many hunters keep large dogs such as golden retrievers and black labs and there are many pit bulls as well as other fighting dogs used for personal protection.

Small children are often injured by animal attacks when they approach a dog they do not know. Large dogs have a larger bite, which can drive deeper into flesh, if they respond to perceived threat by biting. Dog bites are often severe, requiring:

• Plastic or cosmetic surgery to treat scarring and disfigurement
• Physical therapy
• Nerve damage repair through surgery

Premises Liability Claims

Many dog bites occur on a homeowner's or business owner's property. When this is the case, attorney Vernon Glenn turns to the owner's property insurance to recover money damages. An attractive nuisance such as an unsupervised swimming pool, a deck or a dock are magnets for children. Part of the charm of Charleston is our network of wrought iron gates, which can be hazards if they are not properly maintained. If your child is injured by an attractive nuisance, you have the same right to pursue compensation as the victim of dog bites does.

Contact the E. Vernon F. Glenn, The Lowcountry Lawyer at Clore Law Group for a free initial case review. Call us toll free at 800-610-2546 or 843-722-8070.