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Georgia Dog Bite Laws<\/h2>\n

In an instant, a seemingly innocent interaction with a dog can take a dangerous turn. Every year, emergency rooms see hundreds of thousands of victims of dog bits, most of which are children. Each state has different statutes regarding bringing a lawsuit for dog bite injuries. In the state of Georgia, the law typically falls in favor of dog owners instead of victims of attacks. This is due to the requirement of proof that more than a single ground for liability exists. In many other U.S. states, only a single ground of proof of liability is needed to bring a suit for damages. This doesn\u2019t necessarily mean, however, that the animal in question must have attacked another person prior. There are a variety of methods of proving multiple grounds of liability.<\/p>\n

Contact Our Trusted Marietta Dog Bite Lawyers<\/h3>\n

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Aggressive Dogs<\/h2>\n

We\u2019re the first to admit that dogs can be great companions, but that doesn\u2019t mean that dogs can\u2019t \u201csnap\u201d and bite or viciously attack an innocent person. After all, dogs are still animals. In many cases, a dog is made dangerous because of his or her interactions with humans. For example, a dog can become aggressive because they are not properly socialized from birth. This is common when a dog is attached to a chain or cord all their life and receive little, if any, human interaction.<\/p>\n

Other times, a dog is physically abused, confined to a small cage all day long, or neglected by their owners. Sadly, when dogs are mistreated and abused, they become aggressive toward people and often other animals. In Georgia where there\u2019s a lot of underground dog fighting, such dog owners are not only raising aggressive dogs, but they are knowingly creating legal liabilities. In other cases, a dog was given all the love in the world, but the dog developed aggressive behaviors anyways.<\/p>\n

Proving Liability In A Dog Bite Injury Case<\/h2>\n

Because the burden of proof rests on the victim, it\u2019s imperative that you have a skilled personal injury<\/a> attorney on your side who knows the ins and outs of the legal system. When pursuing a claim, you can expect that the animal owner responsible for your injuries will argue that they had no prior knowledge regarding their dog\u2019s behavior. At our firm, you can rest assured that we will be thorough in our investigation to uncover and prove liability in your case.<\/p>\n

In order to prove liability in a dog bite injury case, you must show that:<\/strong><\/p>\n