How To Win A Michigan Dog Bite Settlement
To win a Michigan dog bite settlement, you must first prove that the owner of the dog is legally liable for your injuries. This is very straightforward in Michigan under both the Michigan Dog Bite Statute and under common law negligence. Essentially, the owner or harborer of a dog is automatically liable if a dog bites you on public property and in most instances on private property. The only exceptions are if you are a trespasser on private property or if you provoked the dog attack. Otherwise, you are entitled to a settlement.
Choosing the best attorney for your case is the most important decision that you will make for your dog bite claim. These factors go into winning the highest possible settlement for your case:
-The severity and type of your injuries
-The location of any scar or disfigurement
-The permanency of any scar or disfigurement
-Your age and gender
-Any psychological trauma you suffered from the dog bite attack
-Any psychological injuries caused by the scars
-The amount of medical treatment received for your dog bite injuries
-Any future medical care and treatment that you may require
-The amount of medical bills incurred due to the dog attack
-The amount of lost wages you have incurred due to the dog bite attack
-Whether the dog owner has insurance to pay a settlement
-The city or county where the accident occurred
-The lawyer that you have chosen to handle your Michigan dog bite case
Unfortunately, there is no “settlement calculator” to enter this information into determine the reasonable settlement amount. Every dog bite case is different and determining the fair settlement amount requires careful analysis by an experienced Michigan dog bite lawyer.
Our Michigan Dog Bite Settlements
We settle over 97 % of our dog bite cases before going to court. We achieve these results by carefully evaluating all aspects of your case, which includes the animal control report, witness statements, medical records, and photographs. Unlike other law firms, we do not “discount” our cases to the insurance company just make a quick fee. Our lawyers spend significant time and effort on every case to maximize the best possible settlement for our client.
No Fee Promise Michigan Dog Bite Lawyers
Our NO FEE PROMISE guarantees you that you will receive the best possible legal representation for your Michigan dog bite or dog attack case at no cost, unless you receive a recovery in your case.
If we agree to accept your accident case, we will perform all of the legal work and pay all of the file costs and expenses. We only charge legal fees if you receive a settlement in your case and we get paid at the end of the case.
Contact Our Top-Rated Michigan Dog Bite Lawyers
For more information about getting the best settlement for your Michigan dog bite case and to speak with one of our Michigan dog bite attorneys, call us now at (800) 606-1717 or simply submit the contact form on this page and we will get back to you quickly.
