Dog Bite Lawyers in New York City

A dog attack can happen suddenly and without warning. Victims are often left with serious physical injuries as well as emotional trauma. After a dog bite or animal attack, many victims and families have urgent questions. Who is responsible for the attack? Who will pay for medical treatment? What if the injuries result in permanent scars or emotional trauma? What legal rights do victims have under New York law?

No two cases are the same. The answers to these questions depend on the circumstances of the attack and whether the dog’s owner or another responsible party failed to properly control or restrain the animal. The attorneys at the Law Offices of Kaplan & Kaplan will help you understand your rights and determine whether you may be entitled to compensation.

We offer a free consultation, and our firm advances all costs associated with investigating and prosecuting your case. We only get paid if we recover money for you.

Liability for Dog Bite Injuries

Under New York law, dog owners have a responsibility to properly control and restrain their animals. When a dog owner fails to take reasonable precautions and someone is injured as a result, the owner may be held legally responsible.

In many cases, liability depends on whether the dog had dangerous propensities and whether the owner knew or should have known about those tendencies. Evidence such as prior aggressive behavior, complaints about the dog, or violations of leash laws may help establish liability.

Dog bite cases often involve investigations into:

• Prior incidents involving the dog

• Violations of leash or restraint laws

• The owner’s knowledge of the dog’s behavior

• Whether the dog was properly secured or supervised

Common Injuries From Dog Attacks

Dog attacks can result in severe and lasting injuries. Victims may suffer:

• Deep puncture wounds and lacerations

• Nerve damage

• Broken bones

• Infections

• Permanent scarring or disfigurement

• Emotional trauma or psychological injury

Children are especially vulnerable in dog attacks and may suffer serious injuries to the face, head, and neck.

Investigating Dog Bite Cases

Dog bite cases often require careful investigation to identify the responsible parties and preserve important evidence. This may include obtaining animal control records, witness statements, medical records, and other documentation relating to the dog and its owner.

The Law Offices of Kaplan & Kaplan will investigate the circumstances of the attack and pursue all available sources of compensation for your injuries.

No two cases are the same.  This is why choosing the right attorney can make all the difference in the world. The team at the Law Offices of Kaplan & Kaplan will answer all your questions. Take advantage of our free consultation to learn exactly where you stand and what you may be entitled to. The Law Offices of Kaplan & Kaplan pays all the costs of prosecuting your injury case and we only get paid if we recover money for you.

The Law Offices of Kaplan & Kaplan represent victims of dog bites and animal attacks throughout Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island.