Areas of Expertise
Motor Vehicle
Negligence
Medical Negligence
Travel/Vacation Injuries
Types Injury Cases
Poisoning Injuries
Client Testimonials
I was riding my motorcycle in Detroit when a tractor-trailer truck forced me to roll into an oncoming lane of traffic. I suffered a traumatic brain injury and bone fractures, which required surgeries. I chose Buckfire & Buckfire for my case and they settled it for $1,100,000.00. In my opinion, they are the best motorcycle accident lawyers in Michigan.
- Michael J. Smith, Waterford, MI
I chose Larry Buckfire as my medical malpractice lawyer for a wrongful death lawsuit against the VA Hospital relating to my father's death. He settled the case before filing a lawsuit. I give him the top rating for a Michigan medical malpractice attorney. He is the best!
-Sharon A., Ann Arbor, MI
If you need a personal injury lawyer in Michigan, I highly recommend Buckfire & Buckfire P.C. They won a Saginaw nursing home neglect settlement for my father after two other law firms turned down the case.
-Jeffrey R., Detroit, MI
When I was injured in a Lansing bicycle accident, I chose the firm to represent me in my no-fault insurance lawsuit and my uninsured motorists claim. They made the insurance company pay the entire policy and all of my benefits. If you are looking for the best car accident lawyers in Michigan, call them now!
-Robert M., Lansing, MI
I contacted the law firm after researching the internet for a Michigan medical malpractice lawyer. My mother died during surgery at a Lansing hospital. Larry Buckfire proved that an anesthesia error was the cause of her death. We are grateful for his hard work and the substantial settlement he won in our wrongful death lawsuit.
-Sherrie H., Chicago, IL
After suffering serious injuries in an Ann Arbor car accident, I wanted the top-rated Michigan auto accident attorney to handle my case. I chose Daniel Buckfire. Every time I was with other lawyers in Michigan, someone would say how lucky we were to have the "best". So thanks again!
-Pat V., Cleveland, OH
Grand Rapids Dog Bite Injuries and Attacks
We often represent clients injured by dog bite and attacks. These often result in serious injuries and require medical treatment. We have obtained significant settlements for clients injured in these dog bite attacks.
Dog Bite Laws
Many cities and counties have ordinances regarding dogs and the responsibilities of dog owners. An owner or keeper of a dog who violates of these ordinances can be held liable for damages in a civil lawsuit to a dog bite victim. The ordinances can be used to prove a case in addition to other Michigan dog bite laws.
Grand Rapids Dog Bite Laws
In Grand Rapids, there are laws that apply to dog owners. These can be found in the Grand Rapids City Ordinances. Specifically, they are as follows:
Sec. 9.202. Nuisance, Aggressive or Dangerous Animal.
A person who owns or has custody of a dog shall prevent the dog from engaging in nuisance, aggressive or dangerous behavior.
(Ord. No. 2003-06, § 1, 1-28-03)
Sec. 9.205. Exposure to Rabies; Notice.
It shall be the duty of any person owning or harboring a dog which has been attacked or bitten by another dog or other animal showing symptoms of rabies, immediately to notify the Police Department or County Dog Warden of his or her possession of such dog.
(Ord. No. 2003-06, § 1, 1-28-03)
Sec. 9.209. Running at Large Prohibited; Leash or Lead Required; Clean-Up Required.
(1) A person who owns or has custody or control of a dog shall prevent the dog from running at large. A person who owns or has custody or control of a dog shall, at any time the dog is off that person's property, restrain the dog with a lead or leash no greater than six (6) feet in length.
(2) A person who owns or has custody or control of an animal shall prevent the animal from defecating on any public or private property other than his or her own or shall immediately collect and properly dispose of all fecal matter deposited by the animal while it is off his or her property.
(Ord. No. 2003-06, § 1, 1-28-03)
Grand Rapids Dog Bite Reports
Quite often, the victim of the attack files a report with either the local police or local Animal Control agency. When a report is filed, it is necessary to obtain report. Our firm routinely obtains these for our clients.
For a report filed with Police Department in Grand Rapids, you should request the Animal Control report at the following location:
Grand Rapids Police Department
1 Monroe Ctr. NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
616-456-3400
Free Dog Bite Book
If you would like more information about your rights after a Dog Bite attack, you can order our FREE book, "The Ultimate Michigan Dog Bite and Animal Attack Handbook" by clicking on the book link. We will send it out immediately along with other important information.
Our No Fee Promise for Grand Rapids Dog Bite Cases
We will represent you in your Michigan dog bite case under our NO FEE PROMISE. This means that you will not be charged any legal fees whatsoever unless we obtain a settlement or recovery for you. You have absolutely no obligation for legal fees unless we win your case. If we do not obtain a settlement for you, you owe us nothing!
Contact Your Michigan Dog Bite Lawyer
It is important that you contact a Michigan dog bite lawyer as soon as possible after the attack to give you the best chance of winning your case. There are also strict time limits for filing dog bite cases in Michigan. For the best chance to win your case, call our Michigan dog bite attorneys now at (800) 606-1717 or simply submit this contact form and we will get back to you quickly.
We handle Grand Rapids motor vehicle accident cases in Grand Rapids, East Grand Rapids, Muskegon, Kentwood, Walker, Grandville, Holland, Wyoming, Saugatuck, Grand Haven, Stand all cities in Kent County, Muskegon County, Ottawa County and Allegan County.
For more information about your rights regarding Michigan dog bites and animal attack, you should request our book "The Ultimate Michigan Dog Bite & Animal Attack Handbook," written by Lawrence J. Buckfire. The book sells for $14.95 on Amazon but Lawrence will send it to you for FREE.
To speak with dog bites and attacks attorney and author Lawrence J. Buckfire about your legal rights regarding a Michigan dog bite lawsuit, call him at (800) 606-1717 for a Free, no obligation consultation.
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Buckfire & Buckfire P.C.
25800 Northwestern Highway
Suite 890
Southfield, MI 48075
Phone: (248) 569-4646
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Personal Injury Case Results
- $5,000,000- Detroit motorcycle accident
- $3,750,000-Ann Arbor hospital medical malpractice
- $1,950,000-Detroit cerebral palsy settlement
- $1,800,000-Detroit truck accident for traumatic brain injury
- $1,600,000-Michigan Wrongful death lawsuit
- $1,425,000-Detroit slip and fall jury verdict
- $1,400,000-Michigan child lead poisoning
- $1,375,000-Detroit car accident for spinal cord injury
- $1,200,000-Michigan birth injury for cerebral palsy
- $1,175,000-Pontiac fall injury on broken steps
- $1,100,000-Detroit motorcycle accident
- $950,000-St. Clair County auto accident
- $800,000-Grand Rapids truck accident
- $750,000-Ann Arbor car accident
- $675,000-Flint truck accident
- $650,000-Michigan child lead poisoning
- $625,000-Medical malpractice wrongful death lawsuit
- $500,000-Lansing medical malpractice
- $450,000-Attendant care claim
- $410,000-Macomb County slip and fall on ice
- $400,000-Detroit nursing home neglect
- $380,000-Underinsured motorist award
- $375,000-Royal Oak pedestrian accident
- $300,000-Life insurance benefits for accidental death
- $225,000-Dog bite to child in Warren
- $250,000-Port Huron motorcycle accident
- $160,000-Kalamazoo hospital fall injury