Indianapolis, Indiana Animal and Dog Bite Lawyer Jason Reese answers:
Do I have a case in Indiana if a police dog bit me?
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Depending on the particular instance, a person may have a case if it can be shown that the police handler acted maliciously; in this case the person may also have a civil rights claim. It also depends on whether the person attacked was the person the police were pursuing, or was an innocent bystander. However, many cities and towns have clauses in their legal code that provide for police immunity.
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11939 N. Meridian Street
Carmel, Indiana 46032
(800) 792-0332
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At the Indianapolis area law firm of Wagner Reese & Crossen, LLP, we believe that the right lawyer can make the difference in your case. All lawyers are obligated to provide vigorous, knowledgeable representation for their clients. We think that's a good start, but it doesn't go far enough. Our injury attorneys are aggressive, energetic and committed to making Wagner Reese & Crossen the most recognizable name in Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation law in Indiana.
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Jason R. Reese was born in Davenport, Iowa and grew up in Northwest Indiana. Mr. Reese attended the University of Arizona on academic scholarship and graduated at the top of his class magna cum laude.
Mr. Reese received his law degree with honors from Indiana University School of Law--Bloomington in May, 1997. During law school, he clerked for the Cook County State's Attorney's Office - Felony Trial Division in Chicago, Illinois.
After law school, Mr. Reese first practiced …
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