Practice Area
Dog Bites
A serious dog bite can cause lasting physical and emotional scars, especially for children. Illinois and Missouri law hold owners accountable when their animals attack. We pursue full compensation for medical care, scarring, and trauma.
Our Approach
Handled personally, start to finish
Serious dog-bite and animal-attack injuries caused by negligent owners. When you hire Tober Law, Cameron J. Tober takes on your case directly — investigating what happened, dealing with the insurers, and preparing every matter as if it will go to trial. That preparation is what drives results.
What we handle
- Dog-bite and mauling injuries
- Attacks on children and delivery workers
- Scarring and reconstructive surgery claims
- Negligent and reckless owner liability
- Attacks enabled by unsafe premises
Case Results
Results in this area
Worked to secure an $825K settlement on behalf of an injured mother attacked by a pit bull.
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different.
Dog Bites: common questions
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Illinois?
Generally two years from the date of the injury, under 735 ILCS 5/13-202. Shorter deadlines apply to many claims against local governments (usually one year), and medical malpractice claims have their own rules. Because exceptions can shorten or extend the deadline, confirm yours with an attorney early.
Should I talk to the other driver’s or property owner’s insurance company?
Not before speaking with a lawyer. You are not required to give the other side’s insurer a recorded statement, and anything you say can be used to minimize your claim. Let your attorney handle those communications.
Is a dog owner liable for a bite in Illinois?
Usually, yes. Under the Illinois Animal Control Act (510 ILCS 5/16), a dog owner is liable for injuries when the dog attacks or injures someone who was acting peaceably in a place they were lawfully allowed to be, and who did not provoke the dog. The owner does not need to have known the dog was dangerous.
Dog Bites
Areas we serve
- Chicago
- Cook County Suburbs
- Collar Counties
- Plus clients statewide in Illinois and in Missouri.
Talk to Cam today.
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