New Jersey and New York Dog Bite Lawyers
We’re Here to Help.
Bitten by a dog? In New Jersey, the owner is usually responsible, even if the dog never bit anyone before. We’ll handle the claim while you heal. No fee unless we win.
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- Home and hospital visits
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- $500M+Recovered for clients
- 35+Years serving New Jersey & New York
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- No feeUnless we win
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Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances.
What to Do Right Now
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Call the police
Report what happened, and ask for a copy of the report.
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Collect information
Names, phone numbers and insurance details of everyone involved, and of any witnesses.
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Take photos
Of the scene, any vehicles or hazards, and your injuries.
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Call us
Don’t speak to any insurance company or carrier until you’ve talked with us.
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Get medical care
See a doctor, even if you feel fine.
How We Help
Dog bites can leave lasting scars, physical and emotional. From the first call, we:
- Identify the owner’s insurance: homeowner’s, renter’s or other policies that may cover the bite
- Get you to the right doctors: we can refer you to a doctor right away, including for wounds that may scar
- Document the injuries: medical records and photos as the wounds heal and any scars form
- Build the claim under the dog bite law: so there’s no need to prove the dog was dangerous before
- Handle the insurer for you: so you don’t have to deal with a friend’s or neighbor’s insurance company
- Negotiate, or go to court: and to trial if the owner’s insurer won’t pay what the claim is worth
When Dog Bites Happen
We represent people bitten or injured by dogs in many situations, including:
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Parks and sidewalks
Dogs off leash or that slip their leash in public
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At a friend’s or neighbor’s home
Bites to invited guests, often covered by the owner’s insurance
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Mail and delivery workers
Carriers and drivers bitten while doing their jobs
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Children
Children are often bitten, and injuries to the face are common
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Knockdowns
Falls caused by a dog jumping on or chasing someone
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Bites at work
Workers’ comp, plus a claim against the dog’s owner
What You Can Recover
Every case is different. Depending on the facts, a dog bite claim can include:
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Medical bills
Emergency care, stitches, surgery and scar treatment
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Lost wages
Time missed from work while you recover
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Pain and suffering
Including scarring and the fear a bite can leave behind
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Out-of-pocket costs
Prescriptions, travel to appointments and counseling
Our Attorneys
Our attorneys handle personal injury, workers’ compensation, medical malpractice, municipal court and criminal defense cases.
Dog Bite FAQ
Do I have to prove the dog was dangerous?
No. Under New Jersey’s dog bite law, the owner is responsible for a bite even if the dog never bit anyone before and the owner had no reason to expect it. You must have been in a public place or lawfully on the property.
Who pays for a dog bite claim?
Usually the owner’s homeowner’s or renter’s insurance. We’ll find out which policies apply.
I was bitten at a friend’s or relative’s home. Should I still make a claim?
Many people worry about this. In most cases, the claim is made against the owner’s insurance policy, which exists for exactly this situation. We handle it so you don’t have to deal with the insurer yourself.
How much does it cost to hire you?
If we don’t win, you don’t pay a fee.
Have a different question? See all frequently asked questions.
Contact Us Now.
Tell us what happened. Our office will review your case and explain your options. No fee unless we win.
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Prefer to talk? Call 908-232-7666, answered 24 hours.