Dependable Dog Bite Attorney in Metro Atlanta

Dog bites can have devastating long-term consequences. Often, victims of dog bites and dog attacks suffer more than physical pain—they’re often forced to navigate emotional and financial fallouts as well.

Our compassionate legal team at Connelly Law, PC understands that being attacked by an animal is an incredibly traumatic event. While some dog bites may not be severe enough to qualify as a life-or-death medical emergency, many victims suffer from long-term psychological distress nonetheless, as the aftermath of a dog attack typically entails physical, emotional, and financial consequences.

If you or a loved one suffered a dog bite or attack in Metro Atlanta or a surrounding area, our accomplished dog bite lawyer at Connelly Law can fight to recover the compensation you deserve. We approach every case with personalized attention, respect, and compassion for each client’s unique experience and goals. When you partner with us, we’ll stop at nothing to provide the customized legal solutions you require to recover and move on with your life.   

Our dog bite lawyer can fight for the maximum compensation you deserve. Call (404) 500-0259 to schedule a free consultation.

Common Causes of Dog Bites in Georgia

Although dogs are considered man’s best friend, even the friendliest dog can become aggressive when threatened. 

There are various reasons why a dog may bite or attack a person. Common causes of dog bites include: 

• Unprovoked aggression. This is the most common cause of dog bites and attacks. Dogs may be more likely to act aggressively if they feel threatened in any way. For example, if a person approaches too quickly or in an overly aggressive manner, the dog may view them as a threat and respond with aggression.
• Territorial behavior. Territorial behavior is also common in dogs. If a stranger enters the animal's home or yard without permission or intrudes on their personal space, the animal may feel a need to defend its territory and lash out with aggression. 
• Fearfulness or anxiety. Fearfulness and anxiety can also lead to aggressive behavior in dogs. If an animal senses danger and feels overwhelmed or trapped by its environment—for instance, if it’s surrounded by loud noises or unfamiliar people—it may become scared and defensive.
• Seeking attention or food. Attention-seeking behavior can also contribute to dog bites and attacks: if an owner has not provided enough structure for their pet or failed to meet its physical needs such as exercise, mental stimulation, or playtime interaction, then the animal may resort to aggressive behaviors to get attention from its owner. 
• Health problems. Rabies and other health conditions can cause erratic behaviors in dogs, including aggression.
• Improper socialization or training. Improper socialization or training can likewise lead animals to display aggressive behaviors if they have not been adequately exposed to different kinds of people in the early development stages.
• Lack of owner supervision or intervention. A lack of supervision can lead pets to act aggressively when left alone for extended periods of time, as there may be no one available to intervene when necessary.
• Provocation by a person or animal. Finally, if a person teases a dog through physical contact—such as pulling on its tail—then the animal may become defensive, aggressive, and bite in an effort to defend itself against a perceived threat.