Most people agree that dogs are man’s best companions. Even though dogs play a vital role in our society and are wonderful family companions, they are still animals and could bite or attack anyone at any time, even if they are comfortable with them. If the dog persists in its attack or has underlying medical difficulties, it is possible that the victim will suffer even more severe injuries and complications as a result of the bite. To find out how The Epstein Law Firm, P.A. can assist you in your Livingston dog bite case, contact us today to set up a free consultation with one of their Livingston dog bite lawyers.

If you or a loved one in Livingston, New Jersey, has been hurt by a dog’s bite or attack, the dog’s owner or owners should be held financially responsible. In order to maximize your chances of obtaining financial compensation for your dog bite injuries, you need to retain the services of experienced Livingston dog bite lawyers.

The Epstein Law Firm, P.A., Has Livingston Dog Bite Lawyers Who Will Work To Defend Your Rights And Those Of Your Family

You may be eligible for financial compensation after suffering injuries and losses as a result of a dog bite or dog attack in Livingston due to the negligence of the dog’s owner. You can get compensated for:

  • Costs of healthcare, both past, and future
  • Payment for time away from work
  • Payout replacement if injuries prevent you from working
  • Difficulty and distress
  • Reduced happiness due to inability to work or play sports

If you’ve been a victim of a dog attack in Livingston, the Epstein Law Firm, P.A. is prepared to aggressively represent your interests in court. You need dog bite injury attorneys in Livingston, NJ to help you prove the dog’s owner was negligent and win your case. If you’ve been seriously injured by a dog, the Epstein Law Firm, P.A.’s Livingston personal injury lawyers can negotiate with the insurance companies on your behalf to make sure you get the compensation you deserve for all of your losses, including medical bills, time off work, and emotional distress.

Complications and Injuries Caused by Dog Bites

Depending on the size of the dog, the size of the victim, the severity and duration of the attack, and other circumstances, dog bites can cause significant injuries and consequences. Depending on the dog’s own health, dog bites can cause a wide range of injuries and problems, all of which require prompt medical attention. Here are some of the medical problems dog bites can cause:

  • A dog’s teeth can readily lacerate and leave scars on human skin. Scarring is another possible outcome of a major laceration; in extreme cases, skin grafts or plastic surgery may be necessary to repair the damage and restore function.
  • Hands, feet, and arms can all be broken by the powerful bite of a huge dog. Further, if the victim of a dog attack is knocked to the ground, he or she may have a fractured bone.
  • Despite the superficial appearance of a puncture wound, a bite that is deep enough can cause harm to the underlying muscles, tendons, ligaments, blood vessels, and nerves.
  • Infection from bacteria and viruses: Staphylococcus, Pasteurella, Capnocytophaga, and Rabies are just some of the germs and viruses that can dwell in a dog’s mouth and be conveyed to a bite victim if the skin is broken. Getting checked out and immunized against anything that could be a problem is crucial, especially if you don’t know the vaccine history of the dog that bit you.

The face, head, and neck are the most vulnerable areas of a child’s body to a dog bite, and these areas are also the hardest for a youngster to defend themselves against. Consequently, small children account for a disproportionate share of fatalities caused by canine assaults and bites.

If You Or A Loved One Have Been The Victim Of A Dog Bite In Livingston, New Jersey, Please Do Not Hesitate To Contact The Epstein Law Firm, P.A.

Contact The Epstein Law Firm, P.A. today to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation if you or a loved one in Livingston has been the victim of a dog bite or dog attack and to learn more about your legal rights and options and how experienced Livingston Dog Bite Lawyers can help you and your family secure the maximum financial compensation you need and deserve.

About Livingston, New Jersey

Livingston, New Jersey, is a township in the U.S. county of Essex. As of the 2010 United States Census, the township was home to 29,366 people. Taking land from both Caldwell and Springfield, the New Jersey legislature established the township of Livingston on February 5th, 1813. Later, the township was divided up to become Fairmount and Roseland.

The township was named after New Jersey’s first governor, William Livingston, and its seal was based on his family’s coat of arms for many years.

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Frequently Asked Questions Concerning Dog Bites In Livingston, New Jersey

Will my insurance cover my dog bite injury?

How much of a burden does it put on me to prove that the dog’s owner was careless and caused the bite?

Usually, this is the case. Dog owners in New Jersey are not automatically responsible for their pet’s bite victims’ medical bills, lost wages, and other damages unless they can prove that the owner was negligent in some way. The owner’s failure to take reasonable precautions to keep the dog restrained or contained, which allowed the dog to roam and ultimately bite someone, may be sufficient to establish the owner’s negligence in the event of a dog bite.

It was probably a friend or relative’s dog that bit me. How do I handle this if I don’t want to sue someone close to me?

It’s natural if you don’t want to risk your friendship or family ties by filing a lawsuit against a close acquaintance. Remember, though, that many dog bite claims are really paid out by the dog owner’s homeowners’ or renters’ insurance policy, not the dog owner’s own money. In order to protect their own income and assets in the event that they become liable to compensate someone for injuries and losses, your friend or family member probably carries insurance.

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