Dog Bites Information

According to State Farm Insurance, dog bite victims suffer over $1 billion in monetary losses every year. If you believe you have suffered economic harm as a result of an animal bite, contact an experienced attorney today.

Chicago Dog Bite Attorneys

Personal Injury Lawyers

The Law Offices of Steven H. Mevorah & Associates provide quality advice, steadfast guidance, experienced advocacy, and a superior level of client service for people injured in dog bite cases. They serve dog bite victims in the western suburbs of Chicago, including Lombard, Wheaton, Naperville, Villa Park, Bloomingdale, Addison, Glen Ellyn, Schamburg, Roselle, Oak Brook, Downers Grove and throughout Illinois.

The Law Offices of Steven H. Mevorah & Associates  handle all dog bite injury cases on a contingency fee basis. That means they will bear all of the cost of bringing your case to trial. If they don’t make a recovery for you, you owe them nothing.

Dog Bites - An Overview

Over 4 million people are bitten by dogs each year. Of these, more than 800,000 require medical attention. If you have been bitten by a dog, it is important to know your legal rights. Contact an experienced personal injury attorney in your area to learn more about your options. He or she can provide you with a clear explanation of your rights and help you make the best decision regarding your dog bite case.

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Protecting Your Children from Dog Bites

According to the Centers for Disease Control, the majority of dog bite victims are children. While even the most docile animal may bite and predicting when and if a dog may attack can be impossible, there are certain measures you can take to protect your children from dog bites.

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Dog Bite Laws

Thousands of people require medical attention every year after being bitten or attacked by dogs. If you have been injured by a dog bite, you have rights. Contact an attorney to discuss the potential of obtaining compensation for your injuries.

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Proving Knowledge of a Dog's Vicious Propensities

In states that do not have dog bite statutes, an injured person usually must show that the owner knew or had reason to know that his or her animal was predisposed to bite or attack, known as having vicious or dangerous propensities, in order to recover damages from the owner or the owner's insurer.

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Defenses in Dog Bite Cases

There are three common defenses to dog bite injury claims: the plaintiff assumed the risk, the plaintiff's own negligence led to the injury or the plaintiff provoked the animal. The availability of these defenses may be limited by state statute or other laws in your area regarding dog bites.

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Dog Bites Resource Links

Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Statistics on dog bite injuries and fatalities in the United States.

American Academy of Family Physicians
Advice on what you should do if you are bitten by an animal.

American Veterinary Medical Association
Information for pet owners on how to stop dog bites before they happen.

Stay Dog Bite Free
Tips on how to avoid dog bites and how to prevent your dog from biting other people from The Humane Society of the US.

"Selecting the Right Breed of Dog"
Resource provided by the American Kennel Club on considerations to make when deciding on the breed of dog to purchase.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dog Bites

Q: What are dangerous breeds laws?

A: Some states and cities have passed laws limiting ownership and/or requiring registration of certain breeds they have deemed to be "dangerous." These are typically large breeds of dogs and may include Pit Bull Terriers, Rottweilers, Chow Chows, German Shepherds and Akitas, for example.

Q: Are certain types of dogs more dangerous than others? What determines whether or not a dog will bite?

A: According to the American Humane Society, the breed of dog does not predict whether or not the dog will bite or attack people. The American Veterinary Medical Association has determined five factors that influence whether or not a dog will become aggressive and attack people: heredity, early experience, later socialization and training, health and victim behavior.

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