Dog Bite Injuries Can Be Traumatic. We Help You Hold Negligent Owners Accountable

Dog bites can cause serious physical and emotional injuries. At Mowrey Law Firm, you work directly with an experienced attorney who fights to hold negligent owners accountable and protect your recovery.

How It Works
Free Consultation

We begin by listening to your story, reviewing medical records, and explaining your rights under Florida’s dog bite laws.

We Take Action

Once you hire us, your dog bite lawyer handles all communication, investigation, and insurance negotiations, so you can focus on healing.

You Recover — We Fight

While you recover, we pursue maximum compensation for your medical care, scarring, lost wages, and emotional trauma.

Ways We Can Help
Dog Bite Injuries

Representing victims bitten or attacked by dangerous or unrestrained dogs.

Children Attacked by Dogs

Advocating for young victims who suffer lasting trauma or disfigurement.

Delivery & Service Worker Injuries

Helping postal workers, delivery drivers, and contractors injured on the job by aggressive dogs.

Homeowners Insurance Claims

Pursuing compensation through property, owner, or renter insurance policies.

Public Space & Park Attacks

Holding owners accountable when attacks happen in neighborhoods, parks, or common areas.

Fatal Dog Attacks / Wrongful Death

Providing compassionate legal support to families who have lost loved ones due to fatal dog maulings.

What Every Dog Bite Case Needs
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Verified Injury or Loss
Medical records, photographs, and treatment documentation are essential to your case.
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Proven Negligence or Ownership
We confirm ownership and prove the dog’s history or the owner’s failure to prevent the attack.
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Insurance or Liability Coverage
Our attorneys identify available homeowner, renter, or business policies to ensure full recovery.
Unsure if you have a case? 

What’s a Dog Bite Case Worth?

Medical bills and hospital treatment
Reconstructive surgery and scar repair
Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
Lost wages and reduced earning potential
Therapy or counseling for trauma
Punitive damages (for reckless or repeated attacks)
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Proven Results. Trusted Representation.

From investigation to negotiation and trial, our team handles every legal detail with precision and care.

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FAQ

Do I have a dog bite claim?

Florida law holds dog owners strictly liable for bites that occur in public or when a victim is lawfully on private property.

Yes, compensation can include both physical and emotional harm.

Our attorneys have extensive experience handling child dog bite cases with compassion and care.

Florida’s statute of limitations is generally two years from the date of the injury. The sooner we get involved, the more options we have to help.

Nothing upfront. We work on a contingency basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we win.

Yes, a St. Augustine dog bite lawyer understands local courts, insurers, and medical providers best equipped to support your case.

Meet Our Dog Bite Attorneys

During one of life’s most difficult moments, our attorneys stand beside your family, handling the legal process with compassion and resolve.

The Support You Need After Any Accident

Based in St. Augustine, we proudly represent dog bite victims across Florida. Our deep roots in Northeast Florida give us unique insight into the region, from understanding local leash laws and animal control procedures to knowing how local courts handle personal injury claims.

We collaborate with medical experts, investigators, and animal behavior specialists to build cases grounded in evidence and compassion. Whether your dog bite happened in St. Augustine, Jacksonville, Palm Coast, or anywhere statewide, you benefit from our combination of local experience and statewide resources.

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Daniel A Mowrey, Esq.
With over 25 years of legal experience, Dan started Mowrey Law to carry out his practice and passion for helping others. His dedication to helping others achieve and obtain justice is the inspiration for the firm’s focus on personal injury, criminal defense and civil litigation.

 

The firm’s approach is straightforward, consistent and down-to-earth. Whether visiting the location of an incident or being readily available to his clients, Mr. Mowrey is committed to covering all aspects of your matter to ensure every detail of your case is handled. Through hard work and a strong work ethic, Dan and his team are devoted to fight and get the results his clients rightfully deserve. Active in the St. Augustine business and philanthropic arenas, Dan is committed to giving back to the community that he and his family have called home for over twenty years.

 

Prior to starting Mowrey Law Firm, Mr. Mowrey attended Florida State University on a full scholarship to play football for the Seminoles. After graduation from FSU, Dan worked for two years at a national trucking company before attending and completing law school. His legal career began in 2000 when the Office of the State Attorney in the Seventh Circuit hired Dan as a prosecutor. After four years at the State Attorney’s Office, private practice called concentrating on guiding and advising individuals and small business through complex legal matters. In 2008 Dan became a founding partner in Mowrey, Shoemaker Beardsley, (“MSB”), a firm regarded by many in the area as one of St. Johns County’s most prestigious law firms. While at MSB, Mr. Mowrey primarily focused his practice on personal injury, criminal defense and complex civil matters. Combining his early years with the State Attorney’s Office with his many years of private practice, Dan has gleaned substantial trial experience, having tried over 50 jury and over 150 non-jury trials.
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Rebecca Emert, Esq.
Rebecca is a seasoned trial lawyer equipped with the knowledge and skills required to successfully advocate for her clients both inside and outside of the courtroom. Whether it’s criminal defense, personal injury, or civil litigation, her legal background has given her the ability to handle complex cases and to help her clients navigate the judicial system.

Rebecca served as an Assistant State Attorney for over 10 years. As a prosecutor, she was assigned to the Career Criminal and Sex Crimes Unit where she handled many violent and sexually motivated offenses. Rebecca tried over 50 jury trials during that time, and was professionally recognized for her successful trial work by being awarded the Trial Top Gun Award by the State Attorney’s Office of the 7th Judicial Circuit.

Prior to starting her legal career, Rebecca obtained her undergraduate degree with honors from University of Florida in 2008. She earned her Juris Doctorate with honors from Florida State College of Law and was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2011. Rebecca is deeply rooted in St. Augustine and takes pride in serving the community that she was raised in and that her family has called home for over 5 generations.

Rebecca draws from her extensive experience to relentlessly pursue justice for all of her clients. Her straightforward and down-to-earth approach makes clients feel confident in choosing Mowrey Law Firm to help them through difficult times. Call our office today for a free consultation and to learn how we can provide the aggressive advocacy your case needs.
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Jeremiah Mulligan, Esq.

Jeremiah Mulligan is a seasoned attorney and North Florida native with over two decades of legal experience. He earned his Bachelor of Arts from Flagler College in St. Augustine in 1998 and subsequently graduated with honors from the University of Miami School of Law. Admitted to the Florida Bar in 2005, Jeremiah began his legal career at the Miami-Dade Public Defender’s Office, where he discovered his passion for trial advocacy.

Upon returning to St. Augustine, Jeremiah transitioned into private practice, concentrating on Civil Litigation and Property Rights. His extensive litigation experience includes real estate disputes, construction defect claims, first-party insurance matters (both plaintiff and defense), failure to disclose cases, and business litigation. In addition to his legal practice, Jeremiah served for over three years as an adjunct professor in Flagler College’s Pre-Law Program, mentoring aspiring legal professionals.

Before joining Mowrey Law Firm, Jeremiah held the position of in-house counsel and Director of Business Operations for an international automation company with offices in the United States and Japan. Since re-entering private practice, he has become a key member of Mowrey Law Firm, leading the firm’s Litigation division. He is known for his dedication to client advocacy and his commitment to seeing cases through trial.

Jeremiah resides near the beach in St. Augustine with his family. A strong advocate for community involvement, he has served on the boards of several nonprofit organizations, including the Ancient City Soccer Club and the St. Augustine Society. Outside of his legal work, he enjoys coaching youth football and soccer and traveling to support his children in their competitive sports endeavors.

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