Goodwin & Scieszka: Your Michigan Dog Bite Law Firm

We are Goodwin & Scieszka, and we’re you Michigan dog bite lawyers. Our firm has been practicing law in Michigan for almost 30 years. We pride ourselves on our compassion and our commitment to the practice of law.

We know accidents and injuries disrupt lives. That’s why our attorneys use everything in our power to restore your quality of life. If you’ve been seriously injured or lost a loved one because of a dog bite injury, then we’re ready to help you. We have the grit, resources and intelligence to fight for justice: we’re experienced, we’re caring, and we stand by you every step of the way.

Michigan dog bites are serious. Michigan imposes harsh consequences on those with dangerous dogs.

Have you ever taken a look at Michigan’s dog bite law? Check it out:

287.351 Person bitten by dog; liability of owner.

(1) If a dog bites a person, without provocation while the person is on public property, or lawfully on private property, including the property of the owner of the dog, the owner of the dog shall be liable for any damages suffered by the person bitten, regardless of the former viciousness of the dog or the owner’s knowledge of such viciousness.

(2) A person is lawfully on the private property of the owner of the dog within the meaning of this act if the person is on the owner’s property in the performance of any duty imposed upon him or her by the laws of this state or by the laws or postal regulations of the United States, or if the person is on the owner’s property as an invitee or licensee of the person lawfully in possession of the property unless said person has gained lawful entry upon the premises for the purpose of an unlawful or criminal act.

If you’ve been injured, then contact our firm today and get the recovery that you deserve. Our dog bites specialists are standing by ready to take your case, you may be entitled to a large settlement or financial compensation.

Our personal injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Goodwin & Scieszka handle other types of injury cases, like medical malpractice claims or slip and fall accident cases. Contact us to see how we can help you get fairly compensated for your injuries.