Practice Area Overview

Columbia, South Carolina Dog Bite Lawyer

Under South Carolina state law, dog owners are strictly liable for injuries caused by their dog in most cases.

At the law office of Matt Bodman, we recover damages for victims of dog and animal attacks. Our attorney works with private investigators in collecting evidence and eyewitness testimony.

If you have been bitten by a dog or your child was mauled by a neighbor's pet, contact dog bite lawyer Matt Bodman today. We offer free consultations in order to evaluate your case and discuss the legal options available to you.

Dog Bites and Injuries


The law office of Matt Bodman represents victims of dog attacks involving the following kind of injuries:

  • Bites to the head
  • Scarring and disfigurement
  • Amputations
  • Severe facial lacerations
  • Eye injuries, loss of sight
  • Infection
  • Wrongful death 

Recovering Financially from a Dog Attack

A violent dog attack can result in severe, debilitating injuries. In order to accurately determine the financial impact of a dog attack on our client, our office may consult with economists and medical experts. We consider the cost of reconstructive surgery, physical therapy, pain medication, and lost wages.

In vicious dog attacks involving children, emotional damage and psychological trauma may also be considered.


Contact Dog Bite Attorney Matt Bodman Today

Before you speak to your neighbor or an insurance agent about your injuries, contact the law office of Matt Bodman today. Regardless of whether you've been attacked by a Pit Bull, Rottweiler, Pomeranian, another breed of dog or the neighbor's ferret, taking legal action may entitle you to the best recovery under the law.