Dog attacks often cause serious, lasting injuries; both physical and emotional. Whether you or your child was bitten by a neighbor’s pet in Atlanta, attacked by an unleashed dog in Savannah, or injured while visiting a property in Macon, you deserve justice. No one should ever have to endure being attacked by a dog.
At the Brodie Law Group’s Georgia Personal Injury practice, we handle all serious injury cases, including dog bites and animal attacks across Georgia. We fight to hold negligent dog owners and property owners accountable and recover full compensation for your medical bills, lost income, scarring, and trauma.
Call (478) 239-2780 today for a free injury consultation with an experienced dog bite attorney in Georgia.
Under O.C.G.A. § 51-2-7, Georgia law holds dog owners liable if they:
Knew or should have known their dog was dangerous or vicious, or
Failed to restrain their dog in violation of local leash laws.
This is known as Georgia’s modified one-bite rule. It doesn’t give every dog a free pass. Once the dog has shown aggression or the owner ignores local leash laws, the owner can be held legally and financially responsible for resulting injuries.
To prove a dog bite case in Georgia, you must show:
The dog was dangerous or aggressive,
The owner failed to control or restrain it, and
You did not provoke the attack.
Our attorneys understand the complexities of Georgia’s dog bite statute and how to build a strong case for maximum recovery.
Dog attacks can happen anywhere such as neighborhoods, public parks, apartment complexes, and even workplaces. Common causes include:
Owners allowing dogs to roam without leashes
Failure to secure gates or fences
Ignoring known aggressive behavior
Children being left unattended near unfamiliar dogs
Violations of local animal control laws
Our team investigates each case thoroughly, from obtaining animal control records to locating witnesses and reviewing prior complaints, to prove negligence and hold owners accountable.
After a dog attack, the steps you take can significantly affect your recovery and your case:
Get Medical Care Immediately. Dog bites can cause infections, deep wounds, and nerve damage. Always seek medical attention right away.
Report the Attack. Contact your county’s animal control or local law enforcement. This creates an official record of the incident.
Identify the Dog and Owner. Get the owner’s name, address, and the dog’s vaccination information.
Document Everything. Take photos of your injuries, torn clothing, and the area where the bite occurred.
Speak to Witnesses. Collect names and phone numbers of anyone who saw the attack.
Call a Georgia Dog Bite Lawyer. The Brodie Law Group can immediately start investigating and dealing with the insurance companies for you.
Dog bites can cause devastating and lasting injuries physical injuries as well as emotional scars. We help victims recover compensation for:
Deep puncture wounds and lacerations
Nerve and tendon damage
Broken bones and crush injuries
Severe infections (including rabies and MRSA)
Facial trauma and disfigurement
Permanent scarring
Emotional distress or PTSD
Children and the elderly are particularly vulnerable, often suffering severe scarring or trauma that requires ongoing medical care and counseling.
While the dog’s owner is typically responsible, others may also share liability:
Property owners or landlords who knowingly allowed a dangerous dog on their premises
Dog sitters or walkers who failed to restrain the animal
Homeowners’ insurance companies that provide coverage for the dog owner’s negligence
Our lawyers will identify all possible sources of compensation, including insurance policies that many victims don’t realize that may apply.
Dog bite victims are entitled to seek damages for:
Emergency and hospital bills
Plastic or reconstructive surgery
Future medical care
Lost wages or reduced earning capacity
Pain, suffering, and emotional trauma
Scarring and disfigurement
Our team partners with doctors and financial experts to fully evaluate your lifetime costs and ensure you receive the compensation you deserve.
Each Georgia county and city usually has its own leash and restraint laws. Violating these ordinances can automatically establish liability under O.C.G.A. § 51-2-7.
In addition, the Georgia Responsible Dog Ownership Law (O.C.G.A. § 4-8-21) requires that dogs classified as “dangerous” or “vicious” be properly registered, confined, and insured.
If a dog has previously attacked or has a history of aggression, the owner must take strict precautions and failure to do so can result in both civil and criminal penalties.
According to the Georgia Department of Public Health:
More than 5,000 dog bite-related injuries are reported annually in Georgia.
Children under 12 account for nearly 40% of all reported bites.
The majority of attacks occur in residential areas and involve known neighborhood pets.
Medical treatment for serious dog bites often exceeds $30,000 per dog bite victim.
These numbers highlight the importance of accountability and prevention through responsible pet ownership.
At the Brodie Law Group, our Georgia personal injury lawyers have years of experience representing Georgia dog bite victims. We understand how to overcome the defenses that insurance companies raise, from “the dog never bit before” to “the victim provoked the animal.”
When you hire our firm, we will:
Investigate the dog’s history and prior incidents
Obtain police and animal control reports
Consult with medical and psychological experts
Handle all insurance company communications
Prepare your case for trial if needed
We don’t back down from difficult cases and we never get paid unless you win.
Georgia Department of Public Health – Injury Prevention: https://dph.georgia.gov
Georgia Department of Agriculture – Animal Protection Division: https://agr.georgia.gov
Governor’s Office of Highway Safety – Public Safety Education: https://gahighwaysafety.org
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention – Dog Bite Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/features/dog-bite-prevention/
Brodie Law Group proudly represents dog bite victims throughout Georgia, including:
If you were attacked in another Georgia city, we can still help. Call (478) 239-2780 or schedule your FREE Injury Case Evaluation online.
Q: Do I have to prove the dog bit someone before?
A: Not necessarily. If the owner violated a leash law or failed to control the dog, you can still recover compensation even if it was the first bite.
Q: What if the dog owner is my neighbor or friend?
A: Dog bite claims typically go through homeowners’ insurance, not personal funds. You can still recover compensation without directly suing your neighbor.
Q: How long do I have to file a dog bite claim in Georgia?
A: Georgia law gives you two years from the date of the attack to file a personal injury lawsuit.
Q: Can I recover damages if my child was bitten?
A: Yes. Parents can recover for medical bills and emotional trauma, and children may recover for pain, suffering, and disfigurement.
Q: How much does it cost to hire a Georgia dog bite lawyer?
A: There are no upfront costs. The Brodie Law Group works on a contingency fee basis. You don’t pay unless we win.
If you or your child has been bitten or attacked by a dog in Georgia, don’t wait to take action. The Brodie Law Group is here to investigate, prove liability, and fight for the justice you deserve.
Call (478) 239-2780 or fill out our Free Injury Case Evaluation Form today.
