Vicious animal attacks leave more than physical scars. At Ginsberg & O’Connor, we understand how the emotional trauma caused by dog bites can often outweigh your physical wounds. You’re not without financial recovery options in dog bite cases, even if you were attacked on public property.
Our experienced central New Jersey injury attorneys have over 30 years of experience fighting for the rights of negligently injured clients. We provide detailed information and offer guidance to help you understand your options.
Injuries and Illnesses Often Associated with Animal Attacks
We do not belittle the serious nature of dog bite cases at Ginsberg & O’Connor. Large dogs have lengthy canine teeth and bite with significant force. These puncture wounds penetrate deep into the tissue and muscles, often causing severe nerve damage and even hitting the bone. We can help you recover financial compensation to cover the medical expenses, lost wages, and suffering associated with the following dog bite injuries:
- Nerve damage
- Torn muscles
- Rabies
- Crushed bones
- Avulsions
- Capnocytophaga (infection)
- Disfigurement and scarring
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Medical insurance may cover initial treatment costs, but it often does not cover cosmetic procedures needed to restore your appearance. Our compassionate dog bite injury lawyers understand that even the scarring can cause significant emotional trauma and will fight to recover personal injury damages to cover restoration surgery.
Understanding New Jersey Dog Bite Liability Laws
New Jersey has a strict liability dog bite statute (NJ Rev. Stat. § 4:19-16). This means dog owners are automatically liable if you’re bitten while in a public place or lawfully on private property. Unlike some states, there is no ‘one free bite rule’ in NJ. It does not matter whether the dog has never shown any vicious tendencies or whether the owner was unaware of the aggression. The owner is responsible for your injuries and related financial losses in most cases.
Recovering Damages After NJ Animal Attacks
Dog bites and related cases fall under the umbrella of personal injury in New Jersey. This means you may recover all reasonable and necessary medical expenses related to the dog bite, as well as associated lost wages and benefits. Importantly, our experienced dog bite lawyers can also demand pain and suffering damages to compensate you for the physical pain, stress, emotional anguish, and lost enjoyment of life associated with the trauma.
In most cases, our central New Jersey injury attorneys recover damages for our clients from the liable property insurer. This could mean directly with the dog owner’s home insurance company and/or the insurance covering the property, such as a restaurant, where the attack occurred. If the insurance company refuses to offer you a fair settlement, our experienced personal injury litigators may take your case to court.
Trusted Dog Bite Injury Lawyers in Central New Jersey
If you suffered injuries in an unprovoked dog or animal attack, our experienced central New Jersey dog bite injury lawyers can help you recover needed compensation. Discuss the value of your claim with our dedicated personal injury team today. Contact us online or call 856-727-1991 to schedule a free case evaluation.