How To Report a

DOG BITE IN CHICAGO, IL

48 PEOPLE

DIED FROM A DOG ATTACK

IN THE U.S. IN 2019

In Chicago, owners may be classified as negligent from being unreasonable or failing to act, such as providing warning.

Owners are responsible for dog bites

How to deal with a stressed or aggressive dog.

Avoid Eye Contact

Dogs may see eye contact as a challenge to their power and control.

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Stay Calm

Do not run from dogs or past dogs, and do not yell or make loud noises. These are cues to attack.

Do Not Bother a Sleeping Dog

Be careful around dogs that are eating, sleeping or have a toy they may want to protect.

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Filing a Dog Bite Claim

IN COOK COUNTY

To successfully bring a dog bite claim, you will need to do the following:

Where to Start

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Contact the police

The police will complete a Bite Report and forward it to the Animal & Rabies Control office.

The dog will be examined and an official investigation will commence.

Contact an attorney

to start a personal injury claim against the dog's owner.

An attorney  will be familiar with the recovery process and negotiating with insurance company strategies.

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