Do you have questions regarding dog bite injuries? Read our blog to learn more about New Jersey personal injury law, related cases and announcements.
Being attacked by a dog can be an extremely traumatic event, both physically and emotionally. The state of New Jersey is considered a strict liability state. This means there is no “one free bite,” or a history of viciousness required for the dog owner to be liable for injuries. According to the Centers for Disease …
Some pet owners in New Jersey have taken objection to law enforcement officers and the public categorizing pit bulls as cold and vicious killers. While New Jersey law doesn’t specifically identify pit bulls as unlawful, public perception of these dogs is quite different. Pit Bulls are often feared and regarded as dangerous dogs with a …
In September 2017, a New Jersey man saw his neighbor’s dog, an American Bully named Tank, running off the leash in his yard. When he went outside to assist the neighbor’s 16-year-old niece, the dog lunged at his face, biting both cheeks and the end of his nose. The man suffered serious disfigurement and lost …
Off Leash Dogs in New Jersey Can Cause Horrific Dog Bite Injuries Read More »
According to the Center for Disease Control, every year approximately 4.5 million Americans are victims of dog attacks. Of those, nearly a million bites will become infected and require extensive medical care and treatment. Dog bites can easily cause grave injury, disfigurement, and pain and suffering. Even minor bites can become infected and lead to …
Dog Bite Lawyers: Pet Owners & Parents Can Work Together to Prevent Serious Dog Bites Read More »
Dog bites occur approximately 4.5 million times in the United States each year. Of those dog bites, nearly 1 in every 5 becomes infected. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers tips to protect yourself and your loved ones. Dos and Don’ts to Help Prevent Dog Bites The CDC suggests three “dos” to …
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