Dog Bite Valuation

Attacks by dogs are sometimes unprovoked and often unexpected, and despite common myths, not only breeds like pit bulls and Rottweilers cause these attacks; dogs of all breeds which are abused, mistreated, or even trained to fight are at high risk of attacking another person, and owners of these dogs should be legally responsible for the damages. If you or a loved one has been injured in a dog bite attack.

We at 844 See Mike 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.

There are two approaches to dog bite laws which vary by state: negligence and strict liability. Illinois follows strict liability, which means a plaintiff must prove that: the defendant’s dog attacked or attempted to attack him/her; the dog was not provoked; and the plaintiff was not trespassing when the attack occurred. See 510 ILCS 5/16 for more information. While every case is different and each requires a thorough evaluation by an experienced personal injury attorney, here are some statistics for dog bite cases in Illinois and Cook County:

• The average settlement for a dog bite case in Illinois is about $100,000;
• Median returns for dog bite cases in Illinois are between $25,000 and $35,000;
• In Illinois, about 80% of all plaintiffs receive less than $100,000 and about 4% receive $1 million or more;
• In Cook County, about 68% of all plaintiffs receive less than $100,000 and about 11% of plaintiffs receive $1 million or more.

We at 844 See Mike 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 dog’s owner is held legally accountable when negligence occurs. 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 in an attack by a dog, contact 844 See Mike 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, 844 See Mike 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.