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Infections

Michael Agruss

Written and Reviewed by Michael Agruss

  • Managing Partner and Personal Injury Lawyer at 844SeeMike.
  • Over 20 years of experience in Personal Injury.
  • Graduated from the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law: Juris Doctor, 2004.

Dog bites are becoming more common in Illinois, especially in Chicago and other metro areas, and infections are a common complication of these attacks. 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.

Infections from dog bites typically result from “pasteurellosis,” an infection which develops in tissue directly at the site of the bite. Other common infections include strep and staph infections, which are treatable if addressed in a timely manner but can become very serious if left untreated. One of the most dangerous potential infections from a dog bite is “capnocytophaga,” which is rare but can be fatal: in Chicago, about 30% of victims who contract capnocytophaga lose their lives.

If you or someone you know has suffered a dog bite, it’s important to address it in a prompt manner to prevent a potential infection. Someone else should irrigate the wound using protective gloves to avoid a potential infection themselves, and pressure should be applied to a bleeding wound. If the wound is especially severe, call 911 and determine whether the victim should be taken to a hospital. If the wound does not require immediate medical attention, it should still be monitored closely for signs of infection for the next 24 to 48 hours.

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 other party 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 by a dog bite, 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.

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