Dog Bite Injury

Note: This data is based on real case data derived from cases between 2015 and 2023. Average case length values should not be interpreted as

Under Missouri law, dog owners are is liable for any injuries or damages that are caused by their dog if it bites another person while on public property or on the dog owner’s property if the victim is there lawfully.

The average dog bite settlement amount is $84,368.71. Dog bite cases often settle between $10,000 and $100,000 but can be higher or lower depending on case factors.

While usually “man’s best friend,” dogs can turn into your worst enemy when they become violent. Dog bites can result in serious injuries, even death. With dog ownership on the rise due to more people being home and a decrease in dog training over the last year, there has been an increase in dog bites resulting in surgical repairs. If someone else’s dog attacks you,…