Cleveland Dog Bite Lawyers

Dog-Bite Laws in Ohio

Animal bites cause serious, life-changing injuries. In addition to the pain of stitches and surgery, animal bite victims often face lifelong fears of animals as well as self-esteem issues due to scarring and disfigurement.

Unlike some states, dogs in Ohio do not get &one free bite.& Dog owners are held responsible unless there is evidence that the dog was tormented or abused. The experienced attorneys at Friedman, Domiano & Smith have successfully represented victims of dog bites and other animal attacks, helping our clients reach the best possible results in Ohio courts. Read about our dog-bite verdicts and settlements.

Special laws apply to owners of pit bulls:

• Owners must keep pit bulls secure in a locked pen with a top.
• When dogs are let out of the pen, they must be on a chain-link leash no longer than six feet, or muzzled.
• Pit bull owners are required to carry liability insurance coverage of no less than $100,000.

Call us today at 800-280-0070 to learn more about your rights, or complete our online form.

What about Costs?

We collect no attorneys' fees unless and until you recover on your claim, whether by settlement or by jury verdict. We commit substantial resources to investigate your case, hire expert witnesses, and cover other necessary expenses. If we win, we recover these expenditures. If not, you owe us nothing.

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Your privacy is always held in the highest regard at Friedman, Domiano & Smith. There's never a charge for a consultation. Our main office is located in downtown Cleveland, and we have locations throughout Ohio.