A dramatic lawsuit has been filed in Harris County, Texas, where a plaintiff alleges a vicious dog attack at an auto repair shop led to severe personal injuries. On January 24, 2025, Victorio Huerta lodged a complaint against Octavio Flores, who operates under the business name United Auto and Service. The filing details a harrowing incident that underscores issues of negligence and liability.
The case unfolds with Victorio Huerta recounting an unfortunate visit to United Auto and Service on October 27, 2024. According to the petition, while Huerta was at the defendant's auto repair shop in Houston, he was attacked without provocation by two dogs owned by Octavio Flores. The lawsuit claims these animals were allowed to roam freely without proper supervision or control within the premises. Furthermore, it asserts that Flores had prior knowledge of the dogs' dangerous propensities but failed to take necessary precautions to prevent such an attack.
Huerta's legal team argues that Flores is strictly liable for the injuries sustained due to his negligence. The petition accuses Flores of failing to restrain or supervise the dogs adequately and neglecting to ensure they were kept in a controlled environment. Additionally, it cites violations of Texas Health and Safety Code Section 822.005 as evidence of negligence per se, claiming this breach directly resulted in Huerta's injuries.
In seeking justice, Huerta demands monetary relief exceeding $250,000 but not more than $1 million. This sum includes compensation for past and future medical expenses, pain and suffering, physical impairment and disfigurement, as well as lost wages and diminished earning capacity. The plaintiff also requests pre-judgment interest along with any other relief deemed appropriate by the court.
Representing Victorio Huerta are attorneys from Huynh Law PLLC—Sarah Y-Nhi Huynh, Pavel "Paul" Savinov, Michael Alvarez—and Hilda Leonor Sibrian from The Law Offices of Hilda L. Sibrian P.C. The case is presided over by Judge Gerardo Perez in the 157th Judicial District Court under Case ID 2025-04741.