Chicago dog attack injures mother and 2-year-old daughter

A brown dog with its mouth open, standing in front of a brick wall and green plants.

They say nothing is stronger than a mother’s love, and maternal instincts take over when children are in danger. Dog bites and attacks by pit bulls are common throughout the country, and can easily occur in a big city like Chicago. One unusual case took place in a state to the south of the Illinois […]

Illinois dog found to be vicious following attack

A brown dog with a white chest patch catches a stick mid-air in a grassy field.

In the state of Illinois, there is frequent confusion over how to deal with damages from a dog attack. Many claims are covered in a dog owner’s insurance policy, but it is common that injuries occurring from a dog bite take place outside the individual’s home.In a recent case in Bettendorf, Illinois, a dog was […]

Consider dog bites before renting, getting insurance in Illinois

Dog standing in a living room, chewing on a slipper, with a torn pillow and stuffing scattered around.

While animal lovers consider their pets part of the family, dog owners should be aware that when they are moving into an apartment or house, having a dog can be an added expense. In the state of Illinois many people forego renter’s insurance, but homeowners don’t have that option. Most policies include liability coverage, so […]

Vicious dog hearing mandated in Illinois

African wild dog walking on a dirt path in a wooded area, surrounded by dry leaves and branches.

A pit bull that was undergoing treatment at a Tinley Park, Illinois, animal hospital is currently being held by the county awaiting a “vicious dog hearing.” Employees at the veterinary hospital said the dog had bitten two veterinarian techs in a violent and gory incident, leaving blood spatters on the floors and walls of the […]

Child mauled by pack of dogs, suffers extensive injuries

A group of African wild dogs with mottled coats walk along a paved road.

Pets may be part of our families, but some animals are just plain violent. Dog attacks are widespread, not just in the state of Illinois, but in all states. While certain breeds have been targeted, no animal attack should be taken lightly. Animals attack other animals and humans. Just two states away, in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, […]

5-year-old recovering nicely after dog bites his face

White bulldog with blue eyes and black spot around one eye, sitting outdoors with tongue out.

After the family pit bull bit him in the face, the 5-year-old victim is coming along just fine and should be released from a hospital soon. The pit bull apparently bit the boy in the face after he scratched the animal’s neck. However, no one is exactly sure what happened because the boy was the […]

2-year-old uses cellphone to save mother’s life after dog bite

Person holding a dog's snout open to check its teeth.

Usually when you read or hear about a dog bite story (or, really, any story involving an animal attack), the results are pretty grim. The tale rarely has a happy ending, and that is because serious dog attacks can cause very serious or fatal injuries to the victims. However, a recent dog bite story reveals that even […]

Young boy critically injured after two dogs attack

Two Irish Setters with glossy brown coats stand on grass. One's mouth is open and tongue out, while the other is looking ahead. Lush greenery is in the background.

While the following story did not happen here in Chicago, the circumstances of the incident could happen in any apartment complex in the entire country. In a hugely populated area like Chicago, it is even more important. A 10-year-old boy was mauled in his apartment after he was left alone with two dogs. Thankfully, someone […]

Dog bites are more common, but cat bites pose unique threat

Outdoors on the grass, a person gently holds a dog's mouth open to show its teeth. This reminder of safety underscores the importance of legal guidance from a trusted law office for dog bites involving children in Chicago.

When you think of animal attacks, your mind likely goes straight to a dog bite or a dog attack. You probably picture a large, vicious-looking pit bull with a spiky collar, barking and snarling at someone for seemingly no reason. The dog’s owner is nowhere to be found, and the person the dog is targeting […]