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Aurora Dog Bite Attorneys
Experienced Legal Representation For Dog Bite Victims in Missouri
More households own a dog than any other kind of pet. Unfortunately, however, more than 200,000 people are bitten by dogs each year in the United States, and most of those dog bite victims are children. If you or your child has been bitten by a dog, Pettit Law Office can help.
Our firm has been advocating for accident victims since 1957. Three generations of personal injury lawyers are on-hand, and they believe in working closely with their clients and being prepared to go to trial in every case. With help from our Aurora dog bite lawyers, you never have to worry your attorney will be caught by surprise.
Missouri's Strict Liability Dog Bite Laws
Unlike some other states, Missouri maintains a “strict liability” in regard to dog bites. This means the owner of the dog can be held liable even if they never had prior reason to suspect the dog might be vicious. This is different from states with a “one bite free” law that states a dog must be proven to have a pattern of aggressive behavior before legal action can be taken.
As such, the law states a dog owner is liable if:
- The injury in question was caused by a dog bite
- The victim was on public property or legally on private property
- The person bitten did not antagonize or provoke the dog into attacking
Contact Our Aurora Dog Bite Lawyer Today
It is vital to seek legal advice for a dog bite as soon as you can because the nearer the case is to the five-year mark, the less likely a judge will be to hear your case. Our highly experienced dog bite attorneys in Aurora are ready to help.
Missouri Statue of Limitations for Dog Bite Injuries
According to Missouri law, if bitten by a dog, you have a five-year statute of limitations, beginning with the date of the injury. If your dog bite experience meets the above criteria, you are very likely to have a case.
Please don’t hesitate to call our dog bite attorney in Aurora at (417) 222-6640 for a free consultation.
More About Our Firm
Why Hire Pettit Law Office
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Committed to serving the local community in & out of court.
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Spanish language option available for clients who need it.
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Long track record of successful verdicts & settlements.
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Lawyers & paralegals approach each case with compassion.
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Direct access to the same attorney from start to finish.
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Lawyers work closely with each client on a case-by-case basis.
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Decades of injury law experience.
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Southwestern Missouri Location in Aurora
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All attorneys have trial experience & are prepared to go to trial.
