Bronx Dog Bite Lawyers

Pursuing Compensation for Victims of Animal Attack in the Bronx

New York Consolidated Laws, Agriculture & Markets Article 7, Section 123 holds owners or lawful custodians of a “dangerous dog” strictly liable for medical costs resulting from injury caused to a person, companion animal, farm animal or domestic animal. A person who is injured by a dog may be entitled to collect medical expenses, lost earnings, and other damages resulting from a dog bite injury.

Dog bites can be severe, causing permanent disfigurement. Unfortunately, some dog owners fail to properly train or care for their dogs resulting in injury to others. If a dog owner, through “any act or omission, negligently permits his or her dog to bite a person causing physical injury,” they may be held liable. If the dog was previously deemed a “dangerous dog,” they will be held strictly liable under New York law and could face criminal penalties.

If you’ve been attacked by a dog in the Bronx, contact our firm’s experienced dog bite lawyers to get the compensation you deserve. Our attorneys are always available to help. 

“Dangerous Dog” Definition

A dangerous dog is defined as “any dog which (i) without justification attacks a person, companion animal, farm animal, or domestic animal, and causes physical injury or death, or (ii) behaves in a manner which a reasonable person would believe poses a serious and unjustified imminent threat of serious physical injury or death to one or more persons, companion animals, farm animals or domestic animals or (iii) without justification attacks a service dog, guide dog or hearing dog and causes physical injury or death.”

Dog Bite Statistics

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “nearly 1 in 5 people bitten by a dog requires medical attention.” Children are the most vulnerable to dog bites and generally have more severe injuries than adults. The CDC estimates that “up to 18% of dog bites become infected with bacteria.”

The following diseases can result from dog bites:

• Rabies
• Capnocytophaga bacteria
• Pasteurella
• MRSA
• Tetanus

If a dog bites you, you need to seek medical attention immediately. You could be at risk for infection or significant loss of blood.

Hiring a Bronx Dog Bite Attorney

If you are injured because of a dog bite, you are likely entitled to damages, including medical expenses, lost wages, and other expenses related to the injury. Dog owners must be held responsible when their dog causes physical injury to another person.

Contact the Law Firm of Asaro & Associates today to understand your rights in a dog bite case. Do not wait until it is too late. Reach out today for a free case evaluation.