Dog Bites & Animal Attacks in Florida

States handle dog-bite claims differently, some applying strict liability to the owner while others follow a 'one-bite' approach, so understanding how Florida treats your situation is an important first step to take with a professional. Whatever the standard, Florida's modified comparative negligence rule with a 50% bar can still affect the outcome, reducing recovery by your share of fault and barring it above 50%, which is relevant if the owner claims you provoked the animal or were trespassing. These are liability claims, so the auto no-fault PIP system doesn't apply, and the deadline to file is 2 years under HB 837 (2023). Because the details of the encounter matter so much, early guidance helps. FaultFreeClaims can connect you with an independent, licensed Florida attorney who can explain how the rules apply to your case.