Personal Injury Lawsuit After a Dog Attack

Dog bites are not the only injuries you can suffer in a dog attack. Dogs’ claws can be sharp enough to cut deeply, causing significant pain. Larger dogs can knock people over, causing injuries from the fall in addition to bites and lacerations.

After a dog attack, you may be wondering if you can sue the dog’s owner for damages. In certain circumstances, you may be able to collect compensation for your dog attack injuries.

Owner Liability

Every case is different. Laws are complex and may vary by municipality. Generally, the dog owner is liable for your injuries in the following instances:

• The owner knew, or should have known, the dog had a tendency to cause the type of injury you suffered. This can apply to dogs that jump up and knock people down, who snap or bite, or have been known to exhibit any potentially harmful behavior.
• The dog was “on the loose,” that is, not under the owner’s control.

There may be other circumstances in which the law can help victims of a dog attack receive compensation. New York does not have a dog bite statute making pet owners automatically liable for damage caused by the pet.Therefore, working with an experienced personal injury lawyer can be crucial in getting you the compensation you deserve after a dog attack.