When you are bitten by someone else’s dog in Illinois, the path to compensation usually runs through an insurance claim — most commonly against the dog owner’s homeowner’s or renter’s insurance policy. Understanding how this process works, what to expect from insurance adjusters, and when to involve an attorney can …

Children are the most frequent victims of dog bites in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, children between the ages of 5 and 9 have the highest rate of dog bite injuries, and children under 10 account for the majority of dog bite-related emergency …

A dog bite is not just a puncture wound. Dog mouths harbor hundreds of species of bacteria, and when those bacteria enter the body through broken skin, the risk of serious — sometimes life-threatening — infections is significant. According to medical research, approximately 15 to 20 percent of dog bite …

Illinois is one of a growing number of states that holds dog owners strictly liable when their animal attacks or injures someone. Unlike states that follow a “one-bite rule,” where the owner must have known their dog was dangerous before being held responsible, Illinois law makes the owner liable even …

Home › Blog › A Dog Bit Me But Did Not Break the Skin—Can I Sue? A Dog Bit Me But Did Not Break the Skin—Can I Sue? First: you’re not overreacting When a dog bites but does not break the skin, people often feel unsure about what “counts” as …