What happens when a dog bites someone? Is a dog owner always liable for a bite, including medical bills and related expenses a victim incurs? In some states, pet owners are not held responsible for an initial incident under a “one-bite” law.

But does Illinois follow those rules? At Schweickert Ganassin Krzak Rundio, LLP, we have seen the damage a bite can cause to innocent victims. Let’s look at what happens when a dog’s playful bark turns into a sudden bite and what Illinois law says about liability in these situations.