A Proven Track Record
More than $45 million recovered for injured clients. We know how to value scarring, nerve damage, and trauma, the parts of a dog bite claim insurers most like to ignore.
Practice Area
Dog Bite Lawyers Serving Orland Park & Chicagoland
Illinois law holds owners responsible when their dog attacks without provocation. So do we.
Advocates for Dog Bite & Attack Victims
A dog attack is sudden, violent, and often deeply traumatic, especially for children. Under Illinois law, owners can be held liable when their dog injures someone who was acting peaceably in a place they had a right to be. We recover for the surgeries, the scarring, and the fear that lingers long after the wounds close, and we deal with the owner's insurer so you never have to.
Why Maadi Law
Personalized Attention
Many of our dog bite clients are families with injured children. You work directly with your attorney, at your pace, with the sensitivity these cases deserve.
No Fee Unless We Win
The consultation is free, and you owe us nothing unless we recover compensation for you. Recovery should never come with financial risk.
Dog Bite Cases We Handle
- Unprovoked Attacks
- Bites on Public Property
- Bites on Private Property
- Attacks by Known Aggressive Dogs
- Multiple Dog Attacks
- Police Dog Incidents
- Attacks on Children
- Postal & Delivery Worker Attacks
Common Injuries in Dog Attack Cases
- Deep Puncture Wounds & Lacerations
- Facial Injuries & Scarring
- Nerve Damage
- Broken Bones & Fractures
- Infections & Sepsis
- Muscle & Tendon Damage
- Emotional Trauma & PTSD
- Permanent Disfigurement
What to Do After a Dog Bite
- Seek medical attention, even for seemingly minor bites.
- Contact animal control and file an official report.
- Photograph your injuries and the scene of the attack.
- Get the owner's information and contact details for any witnesses.
- Contact Maadi Law for a free consultation.
$350,000
Dog Bite Settlement
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Common Questions
Is a dog owner automatically liable for a bite in Illinois?
Illinois is stronger for victims than most states. Under the Illinois Animal Control Act, an owner is liable when their dog injures someone who was acting peaceably in a place they were allowed to be, without provocation — you do not have to prove the dog was previously vicious or that the owner knew it was dangerous.
What should I do after a dog bite?
Get medical care right away — bite wounds infect easily. Identify the dog and its owner, photograph your injuries and the scene, and report the attack to local animal control. Then talk to us before speaking with any insurance company.
How long do I have to bring a dog bite claim?
Illinois generally allows two years from the date of the attack. Claims involving children can work differently, so ask us about your specific situation — the consultation is free.
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