Dog
Bites
There are millions of dog bites every year and many of them take place in New Jersey homes, parks and other public spaces.
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Dog Bite Lawyer
Sudden and intense, dog bites can be a single deep bite or an aggressive minutes long attack on a victim. Not only can these types of encounters cause a deep physical and emotional impact, but they can also be extremely costly for a victim when dealing with mounting medical bills and missed work.
A dog bite personal injury lawsuit can help victims financially recover following their accident. When you are ready to learn more and get started, we are ready to help.
At Sarofiem & Antoun we know how stressful the time following a dog bite can be and are here to take the financial stress off your shoulders so you can focus on what is most important- your recovery.
New Jersey Strict Liability & Negligence Dog Bite Laws
Each state is different when it comes to handling owner liability for dog bites. The state of New Jersey takes a strict liability approach to these types of personal injuries although negligence-based dog bite lawsuits can also be filed.
What this strict liability standard means is that even if a dog has never bit anyone or showed aggressive behavior in the past, the dog owner is still liable for any injuries caused by the dog bite. Under N.J.S.A 4:19-6, dog bite victims must show the following elements:
Common Dog Bite Injuries
The sudden aggressive attack of a dog can change a victim’s life. Some of the most common dog bite injuries include:
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Deep puncture wounds
Dog teeth are sharper than human teeth and when a dog bites down with force into human skin, the puncture wounds require professional medical attention and take time to heal.
Disfigurement and scarring
Depending on the nature of the attack and breed of dog, disfigurement and scarring can occur in a dog bite victim. This is especially true when the victim is young or elderly and has much more delicate skin.
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Broken bones
While not as common, broken bones can occur during a dog attack when a victim is knocked down by the force of the dog and breaks an arm or tailbone.
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Nerve Damage
The depth and location of a dog bite can cause lasting nerve damage that can negatively impact the victim’s ability to do many things, including work
How Much is Your Dog Bite Case Worth?
Before embarking on any personal injury lawsuit and hiring a lawyer, a lot of accident victims want to get an idea of how much their case is worth.
The truth is—there is no such thing as an accurate online personal injury calculator and if you have injuries that resulted in medical bills or missed work then it is always something worth pursuing. We take all our dog bite and personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis because we know that your injuries have already set you back—you don’t pay us a penny until we get you paid!
Determining the worth of your dog bite case depends on the specifics of your attack and the nature and scope of your injuries. Some of the factors to consider include:
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Dog bites Lawyer
New Jersey dog bites Lawyer
When looking for a New Jersey dog bite lawyer, you want a team that treats you like a priority and works hard to maximize your financial recovery following your traumatic attack.
Whether you have just been injured in a serious accident or lost a loved one in a wrongful death accident and don’t know where to begin; all of our consultations are completely free and around the clock to meet your needs and schedule.
Call (201) 792-3333 or fill out our contact form to set up your meeting with us today. We look forward to hearing from you!
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