Dog bites can cause very serious injuries which result in scars, infections, torn skin/muscle, or even death. There are an estimated 75 million dogs in the United States – some breeds of which are believed to be more “dangerous” than others, which is commonly disputed – and, unfortunately, children are among the most at-risk victims of dog bites. If you or a loved one has been injured in a dog bite attack.
We at Mike Agruss Law are here for you every step of the way to ensure that your rights are protected and you are fully compensated for your injuries and losses, and this includes working on your behalf to ensure a favorable settlement.
Children between ages 5 and 9 are the most at-risk age group for dog bites, primarily due to their vulnerability and lack of understanding of caution when near or interacting with a strange dog. Dog bites are also more common than we may think; over 4.5 million per year occur in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), resulting in millions of injuries, nearly one-million emergency room visits, and about 20 fatalities per year.
Dog bite lawsuits are typically filed by the victim and his/her attorney against the dog owner’s insurance company. However, some breeds are regularly excluded from insurance policies due to their perceived aggressiveness and dangerousness, such as pit bulls, Rottweilers, bull terriers, and German shepherds. If you were the victim of a dog bite in a store or other place of business, your claim may be filed against the landlord’s liability insurance.
Under Illinois law, the owners and/or keepers of dogs are strictly liable for injuries inflicted by the dog regardless of whether the owner was negligent or aware of the dog’s potential dangerousness. We at Mike Agruss Law are proud to serve our fellow citizens in personal injury cases, including when you or a loved one has been injured in a dog bite attack, and we are fully committed to protecting your rights and ensuring that the other party is held legally accountable. We will fight until the very end to ensure that you are fully compensated for all injuries and losses resulting from the accident, such as medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering, and you won’t owe us a dime for our services.
If you or a loved one has been injured by a dog bite, contact Mike Agruss Law for a free consultation. Helping our clients is about counseling, advocating, and ultimately solving problems. With years of experience successfully representing the people and not the powerful, we will take care of the insurance adjusters, your medical bills, your property damage, and your lost wages, and monitor your treatment so you can focus on healing and getting your life back to normal. We will handle your case quickly and advise you every step of the way, and we will not hesitate to go to trial for you.
Lastly, Mike Agruss Law is not paid attorneys’ fees unless we win your case. Our no-fee promise is that simple. You have nothing to risk when you hire us – only the opportunity to seek justice.
