What is the average dog bite settlement?
There is no average settlement for a dog bite case in Kentucky. Cases can be worth a few thousand up to seven figures depending on the facts of the case. The value of the case is determined by the bite, the dog, the damages, and the availability of insurance. Whether or not the dog bite causes a scar is also relevant. If a small child suffers a scar for the rest of their life that case has significant value. Also important is the location of the bite. A scar on the back of the shoulder will be valued differently than a facial scar. Medical expenses, recovery, future surgeries, and pain and suffering help determine the settlement value of a dog bite in Kentucky.