Dog Attacks
Dog Attack Lawyers in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Dogs make great pets for kids, and provide companionship for adults. Unfortunately, dog behavior can also be unpredictable and dog attack injuries frequently occur. If you or your child has been injured by a dog in Milwaukee, contact Jacquart & Lowe, S.C., for aggressive and experienced representation. We will review cases involving dogs and other domesticated animals that attack and injure, and involving any age victim.
Liability for Dog Owners
The state of Wisconsin imposes liability on dog owners or keepers for injuries caused by their animals. So, if their dog bites or causes injury to another person, the owner or keeper is strictly liable for any injuries. For those victims that have been bitten by the dog of a family member or friend, it is important to remember that typically homeowner’s insurance covers dog bite lawsuits. Accordingly, you would not be suing your family member or friend, but rather the insurance company to recover for any injuries and medical expenses. If the homeowner knew or was notified that the dog had previously caused injury to another person, animal or property, the victim is entitled under law to double damages.
Our law firm has obtained verdicts and successfully recovered settlements on behalf of dog attack victims. For an 8-year old child mauled by an Akita, we obtained a verdict of $100,000. We also recovered $100,000 for a 3-year old attacked by a Golden Retriever. We also reached a $232,500 settlement for man viciously attacked by German Shepard with history of prior attack.
Often, recovering for the physical scarring is not enough. After children have been attacked by a dog, they frequently face emotional trauma and post-traumatic stress like nightmares and cold sweats. We seek full compensation for the pain, suffering and medical expenses due to dog bites and dog attacks.
Contact a Personal Injury Attorney at Jacquart & Lowe
To fully recover for the injuries you or your child has faced as a result of a dog attack in Wisconsin, contact Jacquart & Lowe, S.C. for a free initial consultation.
