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Woman attacked by 85-pound dog while walking down city sidewalk — $302,000 settlement
Virginia Lawyers Weekly//September 20, 2021//
Type of action: Dog bite
Injuries alleged: Bites to the leg, ear and arm
Date resolved: 8/6/2021
Special damages: $158,000
Offer: $302,000
Verdict or settlement: Settlement
Amount: $302,000
Attorney for plaintiff (and city): Carlton F. Bennett,
Virginia Beach
Description of case: Doe was walking down a city sidewalk when she was suddenly attacked by an 85-pound pit bull owned by Moe. The dog knocked her to the ground and mauled her, resulting in severe injuries to her leg, ear and arm. She was hospitalized and underwent multiple surgeries. The parties settled for Moe’s homeowner’s policy limits prior to filing suit for $302,000.
[021-T-117]
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