7 Most Common Types of Personal Injury Cases

Nobody expects that they will sustain an injury when they go about their daily activities. Unfortunately, there are times when the careless or negligent actions of individuals, businesses, or entities in Illinois cause significant injuries to others. There are countless ways in which personal injury cases arise in this state. However, we have found that…

Illinois Dog Bite Laws

Dog bite incidents can result in severe injuries for victims. Most people never think about the possibility of sustaining a dog bite injury until an incident actually occurs. Unfortunately, dog bites are more common than most people realize. At Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates, we are here to help when you need a dog bite attorney…

Who Pays When a Dog Bites Another Dog?

Sometimes, animals have a mind of their own. Even well-trained pets can have uncontrolled moments, especially in an overwhelming environment. Circumstances surrounding human-targeted dog bites typically pose a clear verdict if the dog’s owner could not safely control their animal. However, several more factors come into play when two dogs are involved. What Is a…

Reporting a Dog Bite

Those involved in dog-related accidents might feel reluctant to press charges. However, compensation may be necessary to cover the medical expenses associated with treating injuries the animal caused. Reporting a dog bite means pressing charges for negligent behavior on the owner’s part. Every dog owner must abide by the same set of Illinois laws when…

Illinois Dog Leash Law

When walking a dog outside of your premises, it becomes your duty to keep the public safe from any dog-related incidents. One aspect of being a responsible dog owner means abiding by your state’s leash laws. Laws are in place to keep the public safe, including laws surrounding what limitations pet owners must obey. Although…

I was Bitten by a Dog, Do I Have a Claim?

Michael A. Silverman, a partner and trial attorney at Horwitz Horwitz & Associates answers a listener’s question on Free Legal Advice Friday’s: I was bitten by a dog, do I have a claim? You can have a claim if you are bitten by a dog.

My Daughter Was Bitten by a Dog. What Should I Expect in a Settlement?

  Question: My daughter was bitten by a dog. We are waiting for a settlement. So far the medical expenses have been $1300.00. A future plastic surgery will cost $5000.00. This will require two surgeries. What should I expect in a settlement? They say it will be in one lump sum. Isn’t the norm to…

Is it too Late to File Suit for a Dog Bite Injury 16 Years Old?

  Question: My daughter was bitten in the face by a dog when she was 5. The owners of the dog were renting their home at the time and didn’t have insurance. Our attorney at the time said we should wait until our daughter was old enough to file her own lawsuit. She will turn…