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Dog owners often don’t anticipate how their pets will react to strangers at the door, and delivery workers are particularly vulnerable because:
From mail carriers to food couriers, all face similar risks — and too often, the injury is blamed on the worker rather than the negligent dog owner.
Many homeowners claim they didn’t know the delivery was coming, the dog has “never done that before,” or the worker ignored a warning sign.
You may be eligible for workers’ compensation through your employer and a third-party liability claim against the dog owner. These cases often overlap and require careful legal coordination.
Bans ownership of Pit Bulls and similar breeds.
Some employers (especially gig platforms like DoorDash or Instacart) may try to avoid helping with claims, claiming you’re an independent contractor.
We have extensive experience helping delivery workers, including:
Here’s how we help:
Witness testimony
Surveillance footage
Animal control reports
Proof you were lawfully on the property
Medical bills (past and future)
Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
Permanent injury or disfigurement damages
Pain and suffering through a third-party claim
Your employer’s insurance
Homeowners or renters insurance
Health insurance disputes We coordinate all claims to avoid conflicts and maximize your net recovery.
Yes. Even if you’re not a W-2 employee, you can still file a personal injury claim under Michigan’s strict liability dog bite law (MCL § 287.351). The law protects anyone lawfully on the property, including independent drivers.
An Amazon Flex driver delivering packages in suburban Michigan was bitten on the hand by a loose dog. Despite the homeowner blaming the driver, our legal team gathered Ring doorbell footage showing the dog was off-leash. We secured $185,000 in combined workers’ comp and personal injury settlements.
At Michigan Dog Bite Lawyers, we are more than just legal professionals — we are dedicated advocates for dog bite victims across Michigan.
