Although many of us love animals and have dogs as members of our families, the unfortunate reality is that dog attacks do occur. The CDC estimates that approximately 4.5 million dog bites occur in the United States each year, and 800,000 of those bites result in medical care. Annually, Dog bites and dog-related injuries make up a significant portion of homeowners insurance claims. In Illinois, if you were injured by a dog, you may have legal recourse.