DOG BITE & ATTACKS LAWYER
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This page has been written, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our comprehensive editorial guidelines. This page was approved by Founding Partner, Terry Crouppen who has more than 40 years of legal experience as a personal injury attorney. Our last modified date shows when this page was last reviewed.
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- November 18, 2024
Every year in the U.S., millions of people are bitten by dogs. Nearly 1 in 5 require medical attention, and children are especially vulnerable. Kids between the ages of 5 and 9 receive more dog bites than any other group. But adults are at risk, too. In fact, many dog bite injuries to adults happen on the job. If you or a loved one has suffered a dog bite injury, request a free case evaluation from Brown & Crouppen Law Firm. Our lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, meaning there’s no upfront cost to you — we only get paid if you win.
The medical expenses for treating dog bites can be very high. Injuries can include:
- facial injuries
- cuts, punctures, and abrasions
- infection
- scarring
- bone fractures
- emotional distress
- psychological damage
- blindness
Use our dog bites & attacks guide to make a full recovery and understand key legal considerations.
Important Legal Considerations For Dog Bite Claims
- There is no such thing as the “one free bite rule” in either Missouri or Illinois. No matter what anybody else tells you, pets do not get “one free bite” before their owners are held responsible. This is true in both Missouri and Illinois.
- Pet owners must keep their animals properly secured and under control. If you were injured by somebody else’s pet on public property or while lawfully on private property, the owner may be held responsible.
- Leash laws matter. If the dog was unleashed and you were in a city with a leash law, there is usually a presumption that the owner was negligent.
- The average dog bite settlement is worth approx. $84K. However, settlement amounts will vary depending on many factors.
- Most dog bite claims settle within 1.5 years. Like settlement amounts, however, case timelines can be affected by many factors that are unique to your case.
- It isn’t just dogs. ALL pets must be under control. This includes cats, horses, reptiles, rodents, birds, and exotic pets.
- It isn’t just the dog owner. Other people, such as landlords, may also be responsible for injuries caused by an animal on their property.
- If you are bitten on the job, you may also have a workers’ compensation claim. Our dog bite attorneys can analyze whether your injuries should be compensated by the dog owner, property owner, and/or your employer.
- You don’t have forever. Time limits, called “statutes of limitations,” only give you a certain amount of time to pursue your case. If you wait too long, your case is over, forever.
The Insurance Company Is Not Your Friend
Dealing with insurance companies can be extremely frustrating. Remember, the insurance company has only one goal– to close your case by paying you as little as possible (or nothing at all.) They don’t always have your interests at heart. The insurance company already has an experienced lawyer; you should, too. Insurance company lawyers have years of knowledge and experience, investigators, and almost limitless resources. Who do you have?
Get started with a free consultation with one of our skilled Personal Injury Lawyers today.
Unfortunately, dog bite injuries happen on properties throughout Missouri and Southern Illinois due to pet owner negligence. For more than 40 years, the law firm of Brown & Crouppen has been helping the victims of dog bite accidents get the justice they deserve. Your legal team will work hard to take care of you and to make this process easier. If you or a loved one has suffered a recent dog bite injury, we may be able to help.
Get Help With Your Case From A Dog Bite Attorney at Brown & Crouppen
Our dog bite injury law firm is one of the highest rated law firms in the Midwest. At Brown & Crouppen, all of our dog bite lawyers share the same goal – to get justice for people who have been injured. If you or a loved one has suffered injuries from a dog bite or attack, get help from a lawyer at Brown & Crouppen Law Firm. Getting started with your dog bite case is easy. You can call us at 888-803-1307 for a free consultation, or tell us about your case with our free case evaluation form. And remember, there’s no upfront cost to you — if you don’t get paid, we don’t get paid.
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At Brown & Crouppen, our lawyers provide legal representation for all dog bite cases including those that occurred as a result of negligence, intentional wrongdoing, or cases that may be filed under common law. Call our law firm to tell us about the accident and find out if you have a case.
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