Dog bite lawyers in New York
Dog bites can cause serious injury and even death. About 2 percent of the entire U.S. population, or nearly 5 million people, are bitten or attacked by dogs each year. Of those, almost 800,000 require medical attention. Losses from dog bites exceed a staggering $1 billion annually, with over $300 million paid out by insurance companies. Nearly 77% of the dogs involved belong to a family member or friend. As such, these types of cases can become very complex.
If you or a loved one has been injured by a dog bite or attack in New York or New Jersey, you have legal rights to recover monetary compensation for your damages. You need an experienced and aggressive dog bite attorney on your side to ensure a fair resolution of your case.
The New York dog bite attorneys at Gersowitz Libo & Korek , PC have the knowledge, resources, and compassion to ensure your legal rights are properly protected and help you obtain the full monetary compensation you and your loved ones deserve for the injuries you have suffered.
New York dog bite law
New York is a «mixed» state. This means that the state has a dog bite statute that combines a one-bite rule with a limited degree of strict liability. Under New York’s dog bite statute, the owner of a dog that has previously bitten and is considered a «dangerous dog» is held strictly liable only for medical and veterinary expenses.
To claim other damages, New York law requires dog bite victims to prove that the dog had a dangerous tendency to bite people, and that the dog’s owner was aware of this.
Sanctions imposed in New York on dog owners
New York law imposes penalties and controls on dog owners whose dogs have attacked or threatened to attack humans. The penalties under these statutes can range from a fine to up to a year in jail. The exact penalty depends on the specific circumstances of the attack and whether the pet had been declared «dangerous» before the attack.
New York law also provides for penalties and controls for «dangerous» dogs. In cases of dog bites or attacks, the court may hold a hearing to determine if the dog is a «dangerous dog.» If the court finds the dog to be «dangerous,» it may require the owner to take steps to ensure the dog interacts safely with others in the future. The court may order various actions for the pet, including:
- Ask the dog owner to keep the dog on a leash or muzzled at all times in a public area.
- Ask the dog owner to confine the dog for a specified period of time.
- Ask the owner to have the dog professionally trained.
- Request that the owner take out an insurance policy for the dog in case of future attacks.
- In cases of very serious bites or attacks, the court may order the dog’s euthanasia or permanent confinement.
New Jersey laws on dog bites
New Jersey has different dog bite laws compared to New York. New Jersey’s dog bite law makes a dog owner strictly liable for the medical fees of an injured person and the veterinary bills of an animal bitten by the dog. If you were bitten by a dog, you may be entitled to recover additional monetary damages by proving that the dog owner:
- He was negligent
- He knew his dog had a history of biting other people.
- He would walk the dog off-leash or in a pack with other dogs.
If you have been the victim of a dog bite or attack, it is imperative that you hire an attorney who is knowledgeable about the specific laws of the state in order to protect your legal rights and help you obtain the compensation you deserve.
The legal team at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, PC is knowledgeable about dog bite laws in both New York and New Jersey. We take the guesswork out of this difficult process so you and your family can focus on what matters most—healing your physical and emotional wounds.
You need an experienced dog bite lawyer in New York
The pain and trauma following a dog bite or attack can be immense. You may be left with physical and mental scars, making recovery seem like an impossible and distant prospect. However, a compassionate New York dog bite attorney can help you obtain the compensation you need to pay for the best available treatment necessary to regain a sense of normalcy after a dog bite or attack.
We know how devastating a dog bite accident can be, and you likely have a number of questions that need answering. We can help. We have been representing dog bite victims for over 39 years. We know the dog bite laws in New York and New Jersey and can help you recover the damages you deserve for your injuries.
Call us today
If you or a loved one has been the victim of a dog bite or attack in New York or New Jersey, you need a knowledgeable and experienced New York attorney specializing in dog bite accidents on your side. The attorneys at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, PC have been winning cases for people like you for years.
For more information or to schedule a free initial consultation with one of our attorneys, please call us at 1-800-529-9997 or fill out a New York Personal Injury Case Inquiry Form.
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