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Over 4.5 million dog bites occur in the U.S. every year. Many result in serious injuries, especially among children.
Have you or a loved one suffered a dog bite in Texas? O’Hara Law Firm’s experienced Houston dog bite attorneys are here to help. We will do everything we can to ensure you recover maximum compensation.
Our legal team represents many dog bite injury victims and understands how to hold negligent owners accountable. Whether you were bitten by a neighbor’s pet or attacked while walking your dog, we offer powerful legal representation.
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Texas Dog Bite Laws: Know Your Rights
Texas is a “one-bite” state, meaning you must prove the dog had a prior history of aggression or that the owner was negligent. Our Houston dog bite lawyers will help gather evidence like:
- Animal control reports
- Eyewitness statements
- Past attack documentation
- Dog behavior expert testimony
We build strong cases by proving negligence, leash law violations, and unsafe property conditions.
Common Dog Bite Injuries
Dog attacks often cause more than physical wounds. Injuries may include:
- Facial and eye injuries (especially in children)
- Nerve and muscle damage
- Broken bones or disfigurement
- Psychological trauma and PTSD
- Infections like Rabies or Capnocytophaga
We fight to recover damages for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, disfigurement and emotional distress.
Who Is Liable for a Dog Bite?
Liable parties may include:
- Dog owners
- Landlords or property managers
- Homeowner associations
- Parents of underage dog owners
We investigate every angle to identify all responsible parties and insurance sources.
In The News
Channel 2 News interviewed Patrick O’Hara and the family members of a woman killed by a pack of dogs. The family hired the O’Hara Law Firm to represent them in their lawsuit against the owner of the dogs that killed their wife/mother. The parties settled this dog bite lawsuit within a year of this television interview.
The O’Hara Law Firm represents a child bitten by a dog. Fox News interviewed the child’s mother and Patrick O’Hara about the dangerous dog application process in Harris County, Texas.
What to Do After a Dog Bite in Houston
Your health comes first. Even if your injuries seem minor, see a doctor.
Take photos of injuries, the dog, the scene, and anything that might prove what happened. Keep all medical records and bills.
Collect the dog owner’s information, insurance details, and the dog’s medical history.
Report the incident to animal control.
Contact our dog bite attorneys for legal guidance.
Why Hire a Dog Bite Injury Lawyer Near Houston, TX
Skilled Negotiators
We fight insurance companies for full compensation
Trial Experience
We go to court when settlements aren’t fair
Local Resources
We work with expert witnesses and investigators in Houston
Years of experience have taught Mr. O’hara that personal injury is just that — personal. why he works on a case-by-case basis. Mr. O’hara offers a personalized approach to every client, but the overarching goal remains the same. He always aims to seek justice on behalf of his clients.
Dr. Romin Tamanna is a Litigation Associate at O'Hara Law Firm, handling personal injury and employment cases. She holds advanced law degrees from the University of Chicago and the University of Illinois.
Rene Marcelo Flores is an associate attorney at O'Hara Law Firm, fluent in English and Spanish, and committed to serving clients from diverse communities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Texas law gives you two years from the date of the injury.
Medical costs, lost income, pain and suffering, disfigurement, emotional distress, and more.
Yes, under negligence theories, if the owner failed to act reasonably.
No. We work on a contingency fee basis.
In The News
Channel 26 Fox News interviews Patrick O’Hara about a drowning that happened at a private park.
The O’Hara Law Firm represents a child bitten by a dog. Fox News interviewed the child’s mother and Patrick O’Hara about the dangerous dog application process in Harris County, Texas.