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South Carolina Strict Liability Dog Bite Laws

In South Carolina, the law is very clear. We operate under a "strict liability" rule for dog bites.

This means the owner is fully responsible for your injuries, provided you were legally allowed on the property and did not provoke the animal. You do not have to prove the dog had a history of aggression or had bitten someone before. If their dog attacks you, they have to pay for the damage.

What to Do After a Dog Attack in Greenville, SC

A violent animal attack leaves you in pain, shock, and bewildered. To protect your health and your legal rights, you need to take these exact steps:

• Seek emergency medical care: Go straight to the hospital or an urgent care clinic immediately, because untreated dog bites carry a massive risk of severe infection.
• Identify the dog and owner: Ask witnesses who owns the animal, but rely on the police to make contact if the owner is hostile or aggressive.
• File an animal control report: Call county animal control to document the dangerous dog and create an official paper trail of the incident.
• Document the scene: Take pictures of your injuries, the location of the attack, and your torn clothing before the evidence disappears.

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Do Not Let Them Blame You for the Attack

Dog owners will try to claim you provoked the animal so they can get out of paying your medical bills. We know exactly how to dismantle their excuses and force them to take responsibility. Let us secure the financial recovery you actually need.

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What Are the Most Common Dog Bite Injuries

The physical damage from a dog attack is often catastrophic and leaves permanent scars. We regularly demand heavy compensation for severe trauma, including:

• Deep puncture wounds and severe lacerations
• Shattered bones from the massive pressure of the dog's jaw
• Nerve damage and permanent loss of mobility
• Severe infections like rabies or tetanus
• Permanent facial or other disfigurement and psychological trauma

Why Do Dogs Bite

Dogs can attack for a variety of reasons, but none of them excuse a careless owner from properly securing their animal. An attack often happens because of:

• Fear: A dog in unfamiliar territory can easily get spooked and lash out at innocent folks.
• Protective instincts: Dogs are highly territorial. A sudden perceived threat to their food, water, puppies, or owner can trigger a violent defensive attack.
• Injury or illness: Sick animals experience severe discomfort and are much more likely to attack anyone who gets too close.
• Rough play: A seemingly playful animal can quickly get out of hand and turn aggressive in the blink of an eye.
• Unfamiliar touch: Strangers trying to pet a dog can startle the animal and instantly trigger a violent reaction. 

How Much Is a Dog Bite Claim Worth

Every single dog attack is different. The final value of your settlement depends entirely on how badly you were hurt and the heavy toll the attack took on your family.

We fight to secure maximum payouts for a wide range of damages, including:

• Medical expenses: We demand full reimbursement for all of your care costs, from emergency rabies vaccines and deep-tissue infection treatments to expensive prescription medications and future reconstructive surgeries.
• Scarring and disfigurement: A severe bite often leaves permanent, highly visible scars. We hold the negligent owner financially accountable for the lifelong physical changes and disfigurement you have to endure.
• Lost wages: You should never lose a paycheck because someone else failed to secure their dog. We calculate your missed time from work and demand compensation for both your lost wages and any reduced ability to earn a living in the future.
• Property damage: A violent animal can easily destroy your personal belongings during an attack. We make sure the owner pays to replace your torn clothing, broken glasses, damaged watches, and ruined cell phones.
• Emotional damages: The mental toll of a terrifying attack often outlasts the physical wounds. We aggressively pursue compensation for the heavy emotional trauma, severe anxiety, and daily pain and suffering you now carry.

A homeowner’s or renter’s insurance policy is often the primary source required to cover your hospital bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering, but we will aggressively pursue all available assets to ensure you are fully compensated.