Dog Bite Case: From $0 Offer to $150,000 Settlement
After a dog bite and denied insurance info, Attorney Brian Parrott secured $150,000 for our client. Learn how we fought for justice.
Case Results, Dog Bite
DOG BITE CASE: FROM $0 OFF TO $150,000 SETTLEMENT - HOW ATTORNEY BRIAN PARROTT FOUGHT BACK
When you’ve been injured, the last thing you should have to fight for is to be taken seriously. Unfortunately, that’s exactly what happened to one of our recent client’s – until Attorney Brian Parrott stepped in.
The Incident: A Dog Bite and Rabies Risk
Our client was unfortunately bitten by a dog. While the wounds themselves were relatively minor, the bite posed a serious health risk: the dog’s vaccination records weren’t provided in time.
Without proof of rabies vaccination, our client had no choice but to undergo the full rabies vaccine series – a painful, invasive, and emotionally taxing medical process. This experience became the foundation of a significant dog bite case settlement, highlighting how even seemingly minor injuries can lead to major physical and emotional consequences.
The Insurance Company's Response?
Nothing.
Despite repeated requests, the owner of the dog failed to provide proper insurance information. And once the insurance company was finally notified – only after we filed suit – they argued that the injuries were too minor to justify any significant compensation.
So We Filed Suit and Fought Back
One of our lead dog bite attorneys, Attorney Brian Parrott, immediately took action on this case because he knew the client deserved better. The physical and emotional toll of rabies treatment cannot be dismissed. He took action by filing a lawsuit and pressuring the defense to respond.
That persistence paid off.
The Final Result: $150,000 Settlement
What started as a $0 offer ended up being a $150,000 dog bite case settlement, which was the full policy limit. This dog bite case result was not only a financial victory for our client but also a powerful reminder that your pain should never be minimized.
Dog bite injuries – even those considered “minor” – can have long-term effects. Medical costs, emotional stress, and the anxiety of uncertainty deserve real legal representation. Too often, insurance companies undervalue these dog bite cases, offering little to nothing at first. That’s why having an experienced Connecticut dog bite lawyer on your side can make all the difference in securing the compensation you truly deserve.
At McCoy & McCoy, we are here to make sure our clients are taken seriously and respected – and we don’t stop until we get results. Our legal team investigates thoroughly, negotiates aggressively, and fights tirelessly to ensure our clients achieve meaningful results. This $150,000 dog bite settlement stands as proof of what can happen when skilled, compassionate attorneys refuse to back down.
MCCOY & MCCOY LAW FIRM
CT Personal Injury Lawyers
Established in the 1960, the law firm of McCoy & McCoy continues to provide residents of Connecticut with reliable, sympathetic, and efficient legal help in the areas of accident claims, personal injury, and wrongful deaths. With over 50+ years of combined experience, our team compromises Connecticut natives who have a passion for justice and the local communities we live in.
Few law firms that practice personal injury can truthfully state that 100% of efforts are allocated to cases involving serious injures. We understand these cases involve complex legal theories and that our clients face added obstacles created by catastrophic injuries through no fault of their own.
Contact us today for a free consultation.
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