Dog Bite Attorney in Fort Worth

Animal Attacks & Your Rights

Dog bites are the most common animal-related injury claim we see, but they aren't the only one. Fort Worth's mix of urban and rural areas means our attorneys are also prepared to handle attacks involving coyotes, venomous snakes such as rattlesnakes, wild boars, and venomous spiders like the Brown Recluse and Black Widow. These claims often come down to whether an owner, landowner, or property manager knew about the risk and failed to take reasonable steps to prevent it.

Animals Most Often Involved in Fort Worth Attacks

Dogs. Certain breeds, including Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, German Shepherds, Bullmastiffs, and Siberian Huskies, are statistically involved in a disproportionate share of reported dog bites, though aggressive behavior in any breed usually comes down to training, socialization, and an owner's oversight rather than breed alone.

Coyotes. These wild animals are increasingly common throughout North Texas as development pushes into their habitat, especially when unsecured trash or pet food left outside draws them into neighborhoods. Because coyotes don't have owners, claims often focus on a property owner, HOA, or municipality that knew about ongoing coyote activity and failed to warn residents or address it.

Snakes. Fort Worth is home to several venomous species, including rattlesnakes and copperheads, whose bites require prompt medical attention. Snakebite claims typically hinge on premises liability. For example, whether a property owner or landlord knew about a snake problem on overgrown or undeveloped land and failed to take reasonable steps to address it.

Wild boars. These large, aggressive animals, technically feral hogs, can inflict serious injuries with their tusks and sheer size, particularly on rural and semi-rural properties around Fort Worth. Liability often falls on a landowner who knew hogs were present and didn't take reasonable steps to control access or warn visitors of the risk.

Spiders. The Brown Recluse and Black Widow are both native to North Texas and can cause serious health complications, including tissue damage and severe allergic reactions, when they bite. These claims often arise in rental housing, where a landlord who knew about an infestation and failed to remediate it may be held liable under premises liability law.

How We Help

Our Fort Worth dog bite attorneys investigate every claim thoroughly, gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and applying our knowledge of Texas animal attack law to establish the responsible party's negligence or strict liability. Dog bite and animal attack injuries can include medical expenses, permanent scarring, emotional distress, lost wages, and pain and suffering, and we work to make sure every element of your claim is accounted for.

Don't let an animal attack disrupt your life more than it already has. Call (214) 484-0609 to speak with a dog bite attorney in Fort Worth who can help.