Even as our best friends and protectors, dogs can quickly turn aggressive and viciously harm those that love and care for them. These incidents can happen regardless of there being abuse or neglect involved. If you or a loved one have suffered severe injuries because a dog attacked you, you must seek compensation for your damages.
New Jersey Dog Bite Injuries Law
New Jersey law treats the owner of their biting dog liable if an attack should occur in a public space. In situations where the injured person was lawfully present on private property, including that of the canine’s owner, responsibility for the bite incident would be on its owner, as well. State statutes also do not take past good behavior into consideration and address the current viciousness at hand.
Common New Jersey Dog Bite Injuries
The terrifying experience of a canine attacking you or your child will have a lasting impact on your family for a lifetime.
When a canine attacks a person, serious injuries occur, including:
- Scars and disfigurement
- Anxiety and phobias
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Broken bones
- Infections
- Spinal cord damage
- Internal organ damage
- Amputation
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Wrongful death of a loved one
While most attacks result in a combination of these injuries, even one of these can potentially lead to a lifetime of medical care and recovery.
Compensation for NJ Dog Bite Injuries
One of the most frustrating aspects of any personal injury claim is the disruption to your life and financial stability it causes. New Jersey law makes it possible for you to pursue compensation from the liable dog owner for damages, including:
- Current and future medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Diminished work capacity
- Loss of enjoyment
- Pain and suffering, including mental anguish
- Property damage
- Funeral and burial costs
Law Office of Peter Briskin, P.C. will also determine if a third-party claim is necessary if you sustained a dog bite on public, city, or business property. It is also possible worker’s compensation may be required if mauled by a canine while performing your job-related duties.
Speak with an Experienced NJ Dog Bite Attorney
At Law Office of Peter Briskin, P.C., our legal team of personal injury attorneys genuinely appreciates the level of trauma and pain you endured after a canine attacked you. Contact us right away to schedule your free consultation to learn more about how our firm can help you receive fair and just compensation for the damage caused by a dog bite in NJ.