Dog Bite/Animal Attack
Bitten by a Dog in Wisconsin?
A dog's owner is fully responsible for the medical care and lasting harm caused by a dog bite or attack. If the animal had previously bitten or caused injury, the owner can be held liable for double damages.
The Janesville, Wisconsin, law firm of Meier, Wickhem, Lyons & Schulz has handled dog bite and animal attack cases throughout Rock County and surrounding areas of southern Wisconsin. Call 877-692-2098 for a free consultation if you or your child has suffered a serious injury as a result of a dog bite or attack.
Dogs can inflict serious harm with one quick snap of their powerful jaws. Young children are the most frequent victims of dog bites and attacks, often suffering bites to the face and hands requiring many stitches or plastic surgery. Experienced attorneys Jim Wickhem and Terry Lyons have held pet owners responsible for injuries caused by their dog, including:
- Bite wounds and claw wounds
- Scarring/disfigurement
- Reconstructive surgery
- Nerve damage or infection
- Injuries from fleeing an attacking dog
- Damages for pain and suffering
Was This Dog Known to Be Dangerous?
If the owner had notice of a prior attack, including damage to people, domestic animals or property, that owner has an enhanced liability under Wisconsin law for your injuries — twice the amount of full damages. We work to prove that the owner knew of a previous attack and failed to restrain the dog accordingly.
Other Animal Attacks
The owner of livestock, exotic pets or other animals may also be liable for injuries — an aggressive bull that attacks, a cow that wanders into the road and causes an accident, or a horse that bites or bucks a rider.
Free Case Evaluation
Our personal injury lawyers Jim Wickhem and Terry Lyons have handled dozens of dog bite cases in 30 years of practice. Call our Janesville office at 877-692-2098 or e-mail us to discuss your possible claim.
