The number of dog bite incidents continues to grow every year. According to the Center for Disease Control, more than 4.7 million people in the United States are bitten by dogs each year. Tragically, small children are especially vulnerable to dog bites due to their size and behavior (pulling on ears or tails is common, as is surprising a sleeping dog).
If you or a loved one have suffered an injury because of a dog bite or animal attack, it is important to hire an attorney familiar with state and local laws pertaining to personal injury claims involving dog bites and other animal attacks. The Illinois Animal Control Act has stringent laws in place to protect victims and enforce fines against pet owners.
Pet owners often have homeowners insurance plans that cover dog bites. The Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) reports that dog bites account for one-third of all homeowners insurance liability claims, costing $387.20 million in 2008, up 8.70% from 2007.
Willens Law Offices has experienced attorneys who can help you decide what to do about a dog bite or animal attack. Our attorneys will listen to your situation and determine whether a claim or lawsuit will be worthwhile. We will do all legal work charging no attorney fees unless and until a settlement or verdict is reached.
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Regardless of how you or a loved one was injured, contact Willens Law Offices at 312-957-4166 or e-mail us at info@willenslaw as soon as possible to find out how we can help you.
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