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Compensation in an Illinois Dog Bite Claim (Part A)

An encounter with a vicious dog can be a frightening experience. Some breeds are notoriously aggressive, and have been known to attack people for no reason. Even a seemingly peaceful dog can suddenly snap at a passerby. If you have been attacked by a dog in the state of Illinois, you may be eligible for compensation in an Illinois dog bite claim. To find out if you are eligible, you can get the professional advice of a Chicago dog bite attorney.

Illinois Dog Bite Laws

In Illinois, the law states that when a dog bites someone, the owner of that dog is wholly responsible for the injuries to the victim. The law that asserts this states:

"If a dog or other animal, without provocation, attacks, attempts to attack, or injures any person who is peaceably conducting himself or herself in a place where he or she may lawfully be, the owner of such dog or other animal is liable in civil damages to such person for the full amount of the injury proximately caused thereby."

Types of Damages for a Chicago Dog Bite Claim

Owing to Illinois law, when a dog bites someone, the owner of that dog may have to pay damages to the victim. By filing an Illinois dog bite claim, the victim may claim such damages as:

• Medical expenses, including emergency room procedures and transport;
• Future medical treatment including cosmetic surgery;
• Psychological counseling to deal with issues such as trauma and paranoia;
• Emotional distress due to injuries and scars;
• Any pain and/or suffering; and
• The loss of past, present, and future wages.

To claim such damages, you must file an Illinois dog bite claim in a formal court of law. To file an Illinois dog bite claim, you can get the expert help of a Chicago dog bite lawyer.

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