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Collecting Compensation After a Dog Bite in Iowa

When you're injured by dog bite in Iowa, you may be wondering who will be held responsible, how your medical bills will be paid, and how to come to terms with the psychological trauma the attack may have caused. Speak with a Des Moines dog bite lawyer who thoroughly understands Iowa dog attack laws and can establish the liability of the owner of the dog that attacked you.

Available Compensation After Your Dog Bite in Iowa

If you've been attacked by a dog and suffered injury as a result, you may be eligible for certain kinds of compensation under Iowa dog attack laws, including: 

• Current and future medical expenses related to the injury;
• Lost wages as a result of time taken away from work to recover;
• Scarring, disfigurement or disability;
• Pain and suffering; and
• Emotional trauma and psychological anguish.  

A dog bite in Iowa can have a lasting impact on our sense of security around other animals and leave permanent physical reminders of the attack. Iowa operates under a strict liability statute for dog attacks, which means that an owner is considered responsible for the damage its dog causes, regardless of whether or not the dog has a history of aggression.

Speak with a Des Moines dog bite lawyer who can explain Iowa dog attack laws in the context of your case and who works hard for you to get the compensation you deserve. 

Contacting a Des Moines Dog Bite Lawyer

The Des Moines dog bite lawyer team at Walker, Billingsley & Bair works hard to enforce victims' rights under the Iowa dog attack laws. That's why we provide this FREE book; Iowa Consumer's Guide to Dog Bites, Attacks, and Injuries . To learn more about what our legal team will do to help you protect your rights after a dog bite in Iowa, contact Walker, Billingsley & Bair to schedule a no-cost consultation. Call 1-800-707-2552 to order your free accident book today.