Dog Bite Injuries

West New York, New Jersey Dog Bite Injury Attorney

A dog bite can be an emotionally traumatic event, resulting in significant medical costs and permanent disfigurement or disability. In very serious cases, an animal attack may result in wrongful death. If you or someone you love has sustained a dog bite injury, The Law Offices of Jeffrey M. Bloom can provide the strategic and aggressive representation you need to secure the compensation you deserve.

If you have been bitten by a dog:

• Identify the dog and its owner or caretaker, if possible
• Contact your local police department or animal control to report the incident
• Seek medical treatment as soon as possible, including rabies treatment if necessary
• Take pictures of the injury and make sure that you have medical documentation as supporting evidence
• Contact an experienced attorney who can effectively assert your rights.

Dog bite injuries can include heavy bruising, deep cuts or puncture wounds, resulting in disfigurement or loss of limbs. These injuries can serious - even life threatening. If you have suffered a dog bite, you may be entitled to significant compensation. Contact The Law Offices of Jeffrey M. Bloom for more information regarding your potential claim.

Dog Bites and Children

Children, unfortunately, are often the victims of dog bites. Smaller, more vulnerable and often curious around strange dogs, children can be perceived as threatening to animals. It is devastating to see a child suffer, especially from permanent disfigurement or emotional scarring. If your child has suffered a dog bite injury, contact us as soon as possible to assert a claim for damages.

Comprehensive Coverage for Dog Bite Injuries

We will pursue every avenue of recovery to ensure that you get the compensation you deserve. You may able to collect damages for medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost wages, disfigurement and reconstructive surgery, and psychological counseling. Many dog bite injuries are covered by homeowner's insurance plans. We will strive to ensure that, even if you cannot get coverage through such a policy, you collect every available resource.

Contact The Law Offices of Jeffrey M. Bloom to schedule an initial consultation or case evaluation with an experienced dog bite injury lawyer serving West New York and New Jersey.