Cook County suit over dog attack claims

Current reports are based on a civil suit filed by the woman. However, information provided does not indicate whether this event occurred in connection with the woman’s possible employment as a mail carrier or deliverer for another company. If such an incident occurred in the context of work responsibilities, the woman may have been eligible for worker compensation to address medical expenses incurred because of a dog bite. Compensation for additional pain, suffering and loss not covered by work-related benefits might be sought through civil action in such an instance. A private citizen making a delivery would not be covered by worker’s compensation in such an event, and civil action might be warranted for addressing costs related to the incident.