Long Island Dog Bite Injury Lawyer

How Can a Long Island Dog Bite Injury Attorney Help?

The aftermath of a dog attack can be traumatic, stressful, and overwhelming. As you recover from your injuries, you may be out of work, and unsure of how to locate the dog’s owner and how to hold them accountable. When you hire a Long Island dog bite injury lawyer at Parker Waichman LLP, they will handle every aspect of your case, providing the legal support and guidance you need during this difficult time.

Other ways your dog bite injury attorney can help include:

• Investigating the circumstances of the attack
• Gathering evidence
• Assessing damages
• Preparing your claim and filing it with the insurance company
• Handling all communication with the insurance company
• Negotiating fair compensation
• Filing a lawsuit if a fair settlement cannot be reached
• Representing you in court

Can I File a Dog Bite Claim?

Dog bite laws on Long Island are very complex. Some states follow strict liability laws or one-bite rules. The state of New York follows a combination of these laws.

Regardless of whether the animal was provoked, or whether they do or don’t have a history of attacking anyone, under New York state law, the owner of the dog is required to pay for the injured party’s medical treatment.

Common Injuries in a Dog Attack

A dog bite incident or attack can cause a variety of injuries, some of which can be life-changing.

Common injuries sustained in dog attacks include:

• Puncture wounds – A dog has strong jaws and sharp teeth that can cause deep puncture wounds that may cause significant damage and can require multiple surgeries.
• Broken bones – The force of a dog’s powerful jaws can cause bone fractures.
• Infection – A dog bite can result in a serious infection due to the bacteria in the dog’s mouth.
• Scarring and disfigurement – Deep puncture wounds, degloving, and other serious injuries can cause significant scarring and disfigurement, which can require multiple surgeries.
• Emotional trauma – A dog bite incident can cause severe and lasting emotional trauma, including PTSD, anxiety, fear of dogs, and depression. Severe attacks can result in life-threatening injuries, such as head injuries, nerve damage, and degloving injuries. Because of this, it’s important to seek medical treatment as soon as possible after an attack to protect your legal rights and health.