Ms. Peggy McGinnis of Alton, Georgia claims to have been bitten on May 2, 2006 by her neighbor’s pit bull while she was out for a jog. Ms. McGinnis had been minding her own business on the other side of the street when the dog charged out of its own yard, raced after her across the street and bit her in the ankle. She suffered severe laceration and puncture wounds to her left leg and ankle, as well as requiring hospitalization for infection treatment.
The dog owner, Susan Gomer, is charged by Ms. McGinnis for not having the dog equipped with the required leash and license according to Alton City Code. She also claims the suffer pain, scarring and disfigurement, and lost wages for the time she spent healing her injuries. She is seeking damages in excess of $50,000.
If you or someone you know has been bitten by a dangerous animal, please feel free to contact a personal injury attorney specializing in dog bite cases such as Best and Anderson of Orlando, Florida.
