St. Louis Dog Bite Lawyers

Dogs of any breed may bite. But when a nip escalates, you deserve a champion in your corner. Our St. Louis dog bite lawyers help you fight back after a traumatic attack, helping you secure the compensation you deserve.

Practice AreasPersonal InjuryAnimal Bites

Dog Bites Explained

In Missouri and Illinois, owners are held strictly liable for damages caused by their pets. Even if the dog had no history of aggression, a lawyer for dog attacks will hold owners fully accountable. Damages in a dog bite injury lawsuit may include:

Medical Expenses
Lost Wages
Pain & Suffering
Property Damages
Emotional Distress
Loss of Quality of Life

Evidence in a Dog Bite Injury Lawsuit

For your case to be viable in a court of law, your attorney must prove you were injured by a dog bite while on public property or lawfully on private property and did not provoke the attack. However, evidence does not last forever — our St. Louis dog bite lawyers often rely on the following information to establish your case.

Police Reports

Police document information about the owner, dog, injuries sustained and other pertinent details. This report will strengthen your dog bite injury lawsuit — proving liability to insurance companies and court officials.

Animal Control Records

Like the police, animal control will document the details of the dog attack. However, they may include more information a lawyer for dog attacks will use in court, such as the dog’s bite history and vaccination status.

Videos & Photos

Attorneys may require additional media to help strengthen your case. Collecting video footage of the attack, photos of injuries and photos of the healing process may help our St. Louis dog bite lawyers secure maximum compensation.

Witness Statements

Witness statements will corroborate your version of events and establish liability. These statements typically include details of the dog’s behavior, the owner’s actions and the circumstances of the attack.

Medical Bills

Official documentation of your treatment will cement the severity of the attack by documenting the extent of your injuries and the costs incurred. A lawyer for dog attacks will later use medical bills to calculate appropriate damages in court.

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Our Case Process

Roman & Boock holds dog owners accountable after their pet caused a traumatic attack. In light of recent events, we believe victims deserve to understand and get comfortable with the steps ahead. Explore our typical process for a dog bite injury lawsuit.

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Attorney Spotlight

Jennifer Pitzer

Jennifer Pitzer is a resilient trial attorney with 15 years of experience, namely in animal bite and nursing home neglect lawsuits. She employs an approach defined by hard work, attentiveness and compassion to secure exemplary results.

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