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Million dollar settlement for dog bite

Dog biting the arm of a person

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By Neal B. Strom of Strom & Associates, Ltd. posted in Dog Bites & Animal Attacks on Tuesday, October 22, 2013.

Dog biting the arm of a person

In July, 2013, attorneys for a 17 year-old boy reached a settlement of over one million dollars againt the dog owners’ insurance policy for injuries he sustained as a result of a dog attack. His injuries included scars and emotional trauma.

Dog bites are common in the City of Chicago. Especially, due to the close proximity of neigbors’ yards. There are Illinois laws in place that specifically adress dog bite lawsuits.

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As the founder of the firm, Neal has devoted his life to working for the worker. His achievements are numerous and beyond reproach. He is most proud of his work in helping clients obtain valuable benefits, such as a wheelchair ramp to his home or lifetime medical care.

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