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Lyndhurst Dog Bite Injuries
Dog owners are responsible for training their dogs to be friendly and restraining them if they attempt to bite. You could sustain serious injuries if an owner fails to take responsibility for their dog. Both children and adults suffer injuries every year from unruly dogs, and the law firm of Aiello, Harris, Abate Law Group PC is dedicated to helping dog bite victims in Lyndhurst, New Jersey, get the compensation they deserve.
Our firm has been assisting with various legal issues throughout New Jersey since 1955. We are a team of Lyndhurst personal injury lawyers with numerous specialties. We utilize a team approach for every case, ensuring that you get sage counsel in the office and aggressive representation in the courtroom.
Preventing dog bite injuries in New Jersey
Ultimately, dog owners are responsible for restraining their dogs and preventing them from injuring others. However, a majority of dog bite victims are children, and they may not understand the proper way to approach a dog they see outside their homes.
The most important thing your child should know is to always ask the owner’s permission before attempting to pet a dog. If the owner gives permission, remind your child to avoid pulling the dog’s tail or other parts of his body, touching his food bowl, kissing his face, or approaching him from behind.
Strict Liability For Dog Owners
Some dogs can be unpredictable, and their owners are held responsible if they injure someone. New Jersey has strict liability laws, which mean that dog owners are liable for every possible injury caused by their dogs.
Even if the dog has never shown any signs of aggression or hasn’t bitten anyone in the past, New Jersey dog owners will still be held liable. Many dog owners take preventive measures, such as chaining their dogs or putting up warning signs, to avoid potential issues. If the dog bites someone, even when appropriate preventive measures have been taken, the owners will still be held liable.
There are three exceptions to the strict liability rule. Owners are usually not liable if the person bitten is a trespasser, a veterinarian treating the dog, or a stranger who provoked the dog by hitting it.
We deeply understand strict liability laws at Aiello, Harris, Abate Law Group PC. We will help you get the compensation you need to move forward after your injury.
Avoiding a dangerous dog
Dog breeds such as pit bulls and rottweilers are often labeled as dangerous. However, a dog is only as risky as its owner. If you know that a dog has been harshly treated or even trained to attack, avoid that owner’s property if possible. You should also never leave an infant alone with a dog, even if it’s a trustworthy companion, as infants tend to grab onto dogs without understanding that the dog can hurt them.
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Injuries caused by dog bites can lead to stitches and infections. If the negligence of a dog owner resulted in an injury to you or a loved one.
Call us today at (551) 321-6524 or contact us. Your initial consultation will take place over the phone, and you can schedule an appointment at the Lyndhurst, NJ, office or one of our other office locations across New Jersey.
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