Kansas City Dog Bite Injury Lawyer

Put 50+ Years of Experience in Your Corner

Most of the time, dogs are harmless. They can be friendly, loyal, and playful companions, especially if they are around people they know. However, not every dog is quite so good-natured--in fact, some dogs are violent and dangerous animals, especially if they are provoked. What’s even worse, some dogs are trained to attack at any moment. If you or a loved one has suffered as a result of a dog bite, look no further than Bertram & Graf, L.L.C. Our Kansas City dog bite lawyers want to fight for your rights following such a traumatic experience.

Injuries caused at the hands of a dog bite include, but are not limited to:

  • Fractures
  • Amputations
  • Head and face injuries
  • Emotional distress
  • Contusions
  • Heavy scarring

Nearly half of dog bite victims are minors under the age of 18, making the situation even more urgent, and the injuries even more serious. This is why our legal team will work tirelessly to hold the dog’s owner responsible for his or her negligence. We will investigate your case in a meticulous manner, to ensure you obtain the compensation you deserve.

Laws On Dog Bites

According to the Missouri Revised Statutes section 273.036.1 a dog owner can be held liable for a dog bite if:

  • The injury was a direct result of the dog bite
  • The injury victim was either on public property or lawfully on private property
  • The injury victim did not provoke the dog

Additionally, Missouri is one of the states that follow “strict liability” law when it comes to dog bites. This means that a dog owner can still be held liable for a dog bit even if they took reasonable care to prevent the attack.

Contact Our Kansas City Dog Bite Attorneys Today

If you or a loved one has been bitten by a dog, our legal team at Bertram & Graf, L.L.C. understands just how harrowing of a situation it may be. We know you are now likely facing a number of painful injuries, costly medical bills, loss of work or wages, as well as pain and suffering due to the trauma of the event. This is why we don’t want you to face this difficult time alone--allow us to be your trusted legal advocates until your case is resolved.

Schedule a free initial consultation with a trusted Kansas City dog bite lawyer today by calling (888) 398-2277.