Dog bite related insurance question

Unless the dog owner is a lawyer, I wouldn't go by what he said. He may have given you some misinformation to avoid you taking him to court.

I'm not a lawyer, but speaking directly to your insurance company and/or a lawyer about this would be the smartest move for you. Dog bite and premises liability laws can get tricky. Also, each state has their own policies on how animal bites are handled. Contacting both your insurer and a lawyer could give you a clear answer.

This link might help clarify insurance requirements for dog owners: (removed)

This link discusses what dog owners must cover if their found liable for someone's dog bite injuries: (removed)

Consult a dog bite lawyer in your area. I am sure things will work out well.

Seigman, Starritt-Burnett & Sinkfield, PLLC

A primary concern in dog bite cases is whether there is adequate insurance to pay for the dog bite victim’s damages. If the owner has homeowner's or renter's insurance, it usually covers damage from dog bites. But If there is no insurance, then it is extremely unlikely that the dog bite victim will be able to receive compensation for damages. You should contact an experienced Dog bite lawyer. They will help you to better understand your legal rights and options.

Yes, you are right. A dog bite settlement is payable for injury and loss by the owner or person in control of the animal at the time the violent assault. Most sensible dog owners will either have Pet insurance or Home insurance to pay compensation. If so, the negligent owner's insurers will pay the damages. Where there is no insurance cover it is frequently difficult to obtain a dog bite settlement as the owner of the dog is often needy and unable to pay although strictly speaking they personally remain liable for any awards of damages made against them. You should contact Dog Bite Attorney who will work hard to make sure that you receive fair and just compensation for your injury.

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