Dog Bite Claims and Settlements
Behavioral issues in dogs have been on the rise in recent years following the pandemic. Pets that have become accustomed to their owners being home are now dealing with severe separation anxiety. This leads to increased aggressive behavior.
The American Veterinary Medical Association reports that approximately 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year, and over 800,000 dog bite victims require medical attention. In 2021, there were 81 dog-bite-related fatalities.
According to data from the Insurance Information Institute (“the Institute”), insurance companies paid out $1.136 million in dog-related injury claims in 2022. The average amount paid per claim was $58,545 in 2023. The Institute attributes this increase in claim amounts to increased medical costs and larger settlements, judgments, and jury awards to victims.
Insurance companies are paying a lot of money to settle dog bite claims. If you’ve been bitten or attacked by a dog or other animal, contact Bloch Ongert for a free case evaluation. We’ve handled some of the biggest, highly publicized dog bite cases in Colorado. We have recovered substantial settlements for our clients.
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