Ohio Dog Bite Law- What are your rights?
Ohio Dog Bite Law If you or your child suffered a dog bite or you looking for personal injury lawyer ohio we invite you to contact us for a free and confidential case evaluation. Click here to start a live chat or call us at (937) 222-7477. Frequently Asked Questions Q: A dog bit me and I had to get stitches. Is there anything I can do about it? A: If the hospital has not already done so, you should report the dog bite to the health commissioner for the district where the bite occurred. The commissioner will order the dog to be quarantined until it is determined that the dog does not have rabies. If the dog was particularly vicious, you may wish to file a police report. You may speak with the dog owner about your medical expenses. Often, the dog owner’s homeowner’s insurance will consider a claim for economic (e.g., medical bills) and non-economic (e.g., scarring) damages. If pursuing a homeowner’s insurance claim, consider hiring an attorney who is familiar with t