More than 4.7 million people in the United States are bitten by dogs on an annual basis and approximately one out of every six bites are serious enough to require medical attention. Owners of dogs are responsible when bites or attacks occur. In Illinois, the law used to allow the dog one free bite under the rationale that only then should the owner know his dog is potentially dangerous to people. This is no longer the law in Illinois. Dog owners are generally held liable for the injuries their animals inflict, unless the attack was provoked by the person attacked. If you live in the Chicago area, and have you suffered injuries after being bitten by a dog or another animal, it is important to know your legal rights.

Your ability to recover compensation depends on where you were bitten or attacked, as laws concerning animal and dog bites vary between states, counties and cities. Lawyers in our firm can assist you in determining your rights under these various laws, as well as help with insurance claims.

If you or a loved one has been injured by an animal or dog, contact us online or call for a free consultation, toll free at 866 602-3000.