Biting Dogs in Illinois: There Are No Excuses

Seeking compensation for a dog bite is not as simple as you may think. There are over 200 court case decisions in Illinois interpreting when a person may recover for an animal bite. Every case is different and you need to be prepared to handle the nuances in the law. For example, the law states that a person may not recover for a dog bite if there is evidence that they “provoked” the dog. But what does the term “provoke” mean? Does it mean that you physically assaulted dog? Is yelling at a dog considered sufficient “provocation”? Can you still recover even if the provocation was unintentional?

Insurance adjusters exploit these nuances and take every opportunity to make you think that your claim is invalid. If you do not know the wrinkles in the law, your benefits may be unjustifiably denied. At The Fisk & Monteleone Law Firm your claim receives the attention it deserves. Your case is personally managed by attorneys who know the law and are prepared to handle the many reasons that the insurance companies try to use to deny your claim. Don’t feel powerless when it comes to pursuing your rights. Call The Fisk & Monteleone Law Firm and we will stand up for you.