Detroit Dog Bite Lawyer

A Dog attack can be one of the most traumatic incidents a person can experience. And not only are they traumatizing, but they can leave a person with severe dog bite injuries, especially when the dog bites the face.

If you or a loved one were attacked and bitten by a dog in Michigan, one of our experienced Detroit Dog Bite Lawyers can help. At The Lee Steinberg Law Firm, we understand how devastating and traumatizing dog bite cases can be. Let us handle your claim so you can focus on rest and recovery.

What to Do After a Dog Bite in Detroit

If you are attacked and bitten by a dog, your health and well-being should be your number one priority. You should also make sure you report the incident so the dog owner can be held accountable.

Follow the steps below if you are attacked by a dog in Detroit:

1. Try to stop the bleeding immediately by applying compression with a clean cloth or towel
1. Keep the injured area elevated
1. Disinfect the wound and clean it out with soap and water
1. Bandage the wound with a sterile dressing
1. Go to an emergency room or urgent care as soon as possible to have the wound checked by a doctor and to get an antibiotic.
1. Contact Animal Control or the police to report the incident
1. If possible, take photos of the injuries for evidence
1. After your injuries have been addressed and the incident reported, contact a local Detroit dog bite lawyer to help you with your case

Detroit Dog Bite Law

Detroit dog bite attacks follow Michigan law and the dog bite statute. Under MCL 287.351, a dog owner in Detroit is responsible for any injuries from bites their dog causes. The only defenses the dog owner can use is trespassing and provocation. If the injury victim, whether a child or adult, was not trespassing and did not provoke or instigate the attack, the dog owner must pay for all damages. This includes medical bills, pain and suffering, scarring, emotional distress and fear of animals.

The City of Detroit also has a dog ordinance. Under Chapter 6 of the Detroit municipal code, the city outlines a number of rules and regulations about the ownership and upkeep of dogs and dangerous animals. Section 6-1-6 makes it illegal to own a dangerous or vicious dog, stating in part:

It shall be unlawful for any person to own, harbor, keep or shelter a vicious animal, as defined in section 6-1-1 of this Code, or an animal that has been attacked, bitten or scratched by any animal known to have been afflicted with rabies.

Detroit law also requires all dog owners to keep their dogs on their own property and properly restrained. It is illegal to allow any dog to stray on public or private property, other than the private property of the owner. Section 6-2-6. Failing to do so can result in a fine of up to $500 and up to 90 days in jail.

In addition, it is illegal for a person to own, harbor, keep or shelter more than four (4) dogs over the age of four (4) months at a residency within the City of Detroit.

The Lee Steinberg Law Firm: Experienced Detroit Dog Bite Lawyer

For over 40 years, The Lee Steinberg Law Firm has helped injured victims win their cases to collect the compensation they need and deserve. We care about the health and well-being of our clients. The results of a Detroit dog attack can be traumatic - let us help you get the compensation you need to recover and move on as comfortably as possible.

Please call The Lee Steinberg Detroit dog bite lawyers at 1-800-LEE-FREE (1-800-533-3733) or fill out the Free Case Evaluation Form so we can answer any questions you may have about your attack.

As always, you pay nothing until we settle your Detroit dog bite case.