What is dog bite injury law?
Wisconsin law makes a dog owner responsible for 100% of the damages its dog causes when it injures a person. It does not necessarily have to bite someone for this to apply. If a dog jumps up on someone or lunges at them causing injury, the owner is responsible. If the dog has bitten someone with sufficient force to break the skin at least one time previous, the owner is responsible for double damages (meaning your compensation doubles).
When we get these cases, we can often recover from the dog owner’s homeowner’s insurance. We can get the injured party compensation for their medical bills, wage losses, and pain and suffering as a result of the bite.
An estimated 70 to 80 million dogs reside in the United States, and nearly 5 million people are bitten by dogs each year. Consequently, many of these individuals are compelled to seek medical attention for their injuries. Primarily, children fall victim to dog bites due to their small size – they are often at mouth level with dogs – with a staggering half of them suffering bites to the face. However, it is crucial to note that severe and long-lasting dog bite injuries can affect both children and adults alike.
All Dogs Can Bite and Cause Lasting Harm
Although some breeds are known for their aggressive or dangerous behavior, all dogs are capable of biting. A dog bite can leave physical and emotional scars. An animal attack in someone’s childhood could forever haunt them. Not only do attacks leave disfiguring, appearance-altering physical scars, but they can also leave victims in fear of pets and other animals they encounter every day.
Wisconsin’s Strict Liability Dog Bite Law
In Wisconsin, pet owners can be held liable for any damages or harm caused by their dogs by virtue of the bite itself. Animal attack victims do not necessarily have to prove pet owners overlooked prior complaints or acted carelessly.
We Are Here to Help You Gain the Recovery You Deserve
mAt the law firm of Doar, Drill & Skow, we advocate for animal attack victims from a position of strength. Our attorneys have represented clients in dozens of dog bite cases and know how to develop compelling claims for compensation.
In order to ensure the pet owner’s insurer acknowledges the emotional and physical repercussions of the animal attack, we will consult with doctors and psychologists to effectively determine the necessary medical and emotional care, including reconstructive surgeries, future scar reduction surgeries, and therapy services. Our unwavering commitment is dedicated to assisting you in recovering compensation for all the medical expenses you have incurred.
Contact Us for a Free Consultation With a Dog Bite Attorney
If you or your loved one was attacked, you are entitled to compensation for any damages associated with the dog bite injury under the dog bite law. For a FREE consultation with one of our dog bite attorneys at Doar, Drill & Skow, call 877-630-3062 toll-free or contact us online. Located in New Richmond, we serve clients throughout western Wisconsin.
