Articles Posted in Dog Bite Compensation & Claims

Your Right to Compensation After a Dog Bite Injury At Chicago Dog Bite Injury Lawyers, our mission is to help injured people navigate the complex world of dog attack claims, insurance coverage, and legal action, so victims don’t have to bear the financial burden of their recovery alone. This article explains exactly who pays the…

Navigating the Claims Process After an Illinois Dog Bite Handling insurance claims after a dog bite incident can be traumatic and intimidating, especially while focusing on healing. Read on to find out how to file an insurance claim for a dog bite while also protecting your legal rights. Contact the best Chicago dog bite attorneys…

What insurance would cover a dog bite depends on the owner’s specific insurance policies and limits. In most cases, the pet owner’s insurance covers dog bite injuries, and the victim’s financial compensation comes from this policy rather than the owner’s own funds. Homeowner’s and Renter’s Insurance The dog bite liability portion of an insurance policy…

In Illinois, dog bites can have serious consequences for the victims. As one of the leading states for dog bite insurance claims, it is always a possibility that a loose or unleashed dog could attack you and cause severe injuries. In the aftermath of an attack, the thought of filing a lawsuit against the owner…

Dog Bite Compensation Includes Lost Income As personal injury attorneys, we see how dog bites can interrupt paychecks and strain family budgets. Clients often miss hours or weeks for medical treatment. Illinois law allows victims to recover lost wages in dog bite cases. Under 510 ILCS 5/ (Illinois Animal Control Act), an owner is strictly…

The Hidden Costs of a Dog Attack: More Than Just Medical Expenses From our experience representing injured clients, we know dog bite victims face harm that goes far beyond bills. A serious dog attack can leave lasting physical pain and often even more devastating emotional scars, and pain and suffering in dog bite cases compensate…

Fair Compensation for Work-Related Dog Bites At Dog Bite Injury Lawyer, we stand with Illinois workers bitten by dogs while doing their jobs. Whether you deliver packages, read meters, or respond to emergencies, you deserve protection and fair compensation. Dog bite workers’ compensation claims can be complex, often involving both employment and liability laws. We…

Dogs in Illinois are still animals, which means they can attack other pets and people. An important piece of legislation related to dog attacks was passed by the Illinois legislature in 2019, known as the Justice for Buddy Act. How does the Justice for Buddy Act affect victims of dog attacks in Illinois? In this…

Dangers of a Winter Slip and Fall Caused by a Dog Illinois winters mean slick sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots, and the risk of a slip rises when an uncontrolled dog jumps, cuts in front of you, or knocks you off balance, especially when you fall on ice. Add a sudden dog attack or an…

When to Consider Legal Help After a Dog Attack The answer to “Do I need a lawyer for a dog bite case?” depends on the severity of the dog bite injury. While a minor nip may not require legal representation, any injury that requires medical treatment should be evaluated by an experienced Chicago dog bite…