Are Children Treated Differently in Margate Dog Bite Cases or no? Dog bites can be a traumatic experience, especially for children. In Margate, Florida, understanding how the law treats dog bite cases involving children is essential for parents. Children are often more vulnerable than adults, and the legal system recognizes this in how it handles these incidents. In this post, we’ll explore the differences in how children are treated in dog bite cases, the steps parents should take if their child is bitten, and the evidence that can help build a strong case. Understanding the Legal Framework in Florida In Florida, dog owners are generally liable for injuries caused by their dogs, particularly if the dog has a history of aggressive behavior. When it comes to children, several factors come into play. The Reasonable Person Standard In dog bite cases, the law often applies the "reasonable person" standard. This means that the actions of the dog owner are judged based on what a reasonable person would have done in a similar situation. However, children are not held to the same standard as adults. Here’s…Read More
There are literally millions of dog bites and attacks reported yearly in the United States, many of them resulting in fatalities. In over half the cases, the victims are children – in fact, dog bites are one of the most common causes for emergency room visits by children, second only to sports injuries. Some important things to keep in mind when dealing with potentially dangerous dogs: they rarely attack while in the presence of their owners; they usually display aggressive behaviors before attacking; typically, medium to large-size dogs are involved in attacks; and regardless of breed or size, the attacking dogs are usually adult males that have not been neutered. Florida Statute 767.04 states that the “owner of a dog that bites any person while such person is on or in a public space, or lawfully on or in a private place, including the property of the owner of the dog, is liable for damages suffered by the persons bitten, regardless of the former viciousness of the dog or the owners’ knowledge of such viciousness.” Therefore, if you have been the victim of a dog…Read More
