Every year in the U.S., 4.5 million people are bitten or attacked by dogs. Nerve damage, disfigurement, deformity, or serious scarring can result from a dog bite or animal attack. At Parker Waichman LLP, our Queens dog bite injury lawyers can provide legal assistance for clients who have been harmed by dogs due to negligent owners. Our legal team can investigate the incident and help you pursue compensation for your injuries and other damages to hold the negligent dog owner accountable for the harm you have suffered. During this stressful time, as you recover from your injuries, let our legal team handle every aspect of your case and help you recover the compensation you deserve for an incident that occurred due to a negligent pet owner.
A dog bite or dog attack can happen at any place or at any time. In addition to physical injuries, an attack can also leave the victim traumatized for months or even years after the incident occurs. At Parker Waichman LLP, our Queens dog bite injury attorneys understand the lasting effects these incidents can have on the victim, physically, emotionally, and financially. They also understand how important it is to help victims recover the compensation they deserve for the harm they have suffered.
Our team of experienced dog bite attorneys has found that many of these incidents occur because the owner of the animal failed to take steps to secure or supervise the animal. While the dog’s owner will not be held liable for their dog’s first attack, aside from the victim’s medical bills, they will be held financially responsible for other damages if their animal attacks someone a second time. If the owner was aware that their dog was dangerous and has acted aggressively in the past and failed to take the necessary precautions to prevent harm to an individual or another animal in the future, a dog bite injury lawyer at our law firm will work tirelessly to build a strong case and help you recover the compensation you’re owed.
If you were bitten by a dog, you may have sustained life-changing injuries that can require ongoing medical treatment, including reconstructive surgery. If you’re unable to work or you missed a significant amount of work as you were recovering from your injuries, you must take legal action as soon as possible. At Parker Waichman LLP, our dog bite injury lawyers can help during this time, in many ways, including:
During this time, while you focus on your recovery, let an experienced dog bite injury lawyer on our legal team handle every aspect of your case and fight for your right to fair compensation.
In some cases, the dog’s owner may not be the only party that can be held liable for your injuries and other losses.
The following parties can be held liable for a dog bite incident:
An experienced dog bite injury lawyer can determine if you have a claim against multiple parties. Identifying all liable parties can ensure you recover every penny of compensation you’re owed.
State dog bite laws consist of a mixture of strict liability and the one-bite rule. One-bite rules can be complex. Typically, if it’s a dog’s first time biting someone, their owner will not be held liable for damages.
In New York, the mixed liability laws apply as follows:
While the dog’s owner can be held strictly liable for medical bills, it can be challenging to hold them responsible for additional damages. Dog owners are also held strictly liable if the incident involved a dangerous dog.
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The state defines dangerous dogs as:
However, if there is justification for a dog acting aggressively or causing death or injury, the dog may not be considered dangerous.
Every dog bite case is unique. Determining the value of your case can be challenging. In addition to the cost of medical treatment, if the dog owner is shown to have been negligent, you have the right to recover the economic and non-economic damages you incurred due to the incident.
Damages may include:
And more.
At Parker Waichman LLP, a Queen’s dog bite injury lawyer on our legal team will focus on maximizing the verdict or settlement you secure.
A dog attack can result in devastating injuries that can impact the victim’s life forever. A dog’s claws, powerful jaws, and sharp teeth can cause significant injuries, including:
A dog attack can also cause emotional injuries, such as anxiety, distress, PTSD, depression, and more.
A dog bite can result in devastating, disfiguring injuries, PTSD, and significant financial burdens. If you were bitten by a dog in Queens due to a negligent dog owner, the legal team at Parker Waichman LLP can help.
Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with an experienced dog bite injury lawyer and learn how we can help you recover the compensation you’re owed.