St. Louis Dog Bite Attorney

Have you been attacked by a dog?

Every day, over 1,000 people are treated in emergency rooms because of dog bites. The majority of the victims are children. If you or your child has been bitten by a dog, it is advisable to:

• Get medical treatment as soon as possible. 
• Find out the dog's identity, the identity of its owner and where the owner lives. It is important for the owner to be located, as his or her insurance company will be paying for the costs of your injury.
• Take photos of your bite injuries and of any torn or bloody clothing that you wore during the attack. If possible, take photos of the dog and of where the attack occurred.
• Do not, under any circumstances, give a statement to the insurance company. It may come back to bite you later if you do.
• Don't sign any documents or paperwork. It is intention of insurance companies to try to settle cases quickly for the lowest possible amount. They often take advantage of the time when individuals may still be hurting and under stress from their injuries.
• Contact an experienced St. Louis personal injury attorney who knows how to negotiate with insurance companies to obtain the best settlement possible for you.

Investigating Your Dog Bite Claim

Hire your attorney as soon as possible after seeking medical treatment. The skilled attorneys at Meyerkord & Meyerkord, LLC, will investigate the attack, speak with witnesses, gather evidence, go the scene of the accident and locate and talk to the dog's owner. We will be the conduit between you, the insurance company and your doctor, and we will request all necessary documentation from each party so that you don't have to. A dog bite attack can be both physically and emotionally traumatic. If you or your child has been the victim of a dog attack, call us as soon as possible so we can quickly start working on you case. We will fight for the fair and just compensation you deserve for your injuries.