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Expert Legal Help for Dog Attacks in New York
It is estimated that there are over 600,000 dogs in New York City. It is up to dog owners to keep their vicious dogs from attacking anyone, but when they don’t, it is up to them to pay for damages.
Dog Attacks in New York City
Every year, millions of innocent people, old and young, are injured or even die from dog bite attacks and premises accidents. If you or someone close to you has suffered a dog attack and don’t know what to do, it is best to contact a lawyer who specializes in dog bite injuries in the city. Our team at Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP will guide you through all the steps needed to claim compensation for your suffering.
We understand that people who are victims of dog bite attacks have many questions and may fear what the future holds for them and their families. We have represented hundreds of such victims and understand what you are going through. We will guide you through what to expect during a claim process and what to do when you have been attacked.
For a free legal consultation with a dog bite lawyer serving New York, call (212) 732-2929.
Who Is Responsible for Dog Bite Attacks?
In our city, dog owners are required to pay for medical expenses incurred because of their dog attacking another person. If the owner should have known, or knew, that the dog had vicious tendencies or was dangerous, he or she is responsible for:
- All injuries
- Suffering
- Permanent damages
- Scarring
- Pain
dangerous, he or she is responsible for:
- Patterns of growling
- Showing of teeth
- The nature and result of the attack
- The dog has bitten before
- Snapping
When we review your dog bite case, we will explore the circumstances of the attack and work with investigators to find evidence that proves the dangerous nature of the dog. This helps us to fight for maximum compensation for you.
Know the Dangerous Breeds
The most dangerous dog breeds, as set out by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), are:
- Huskies
- Chows
- Great Danes
- Akitas
- Saint Bernards
- Rottweilers
- Pit bulls
- German shepherds
- Doberman pinschers
- Alaskan malamutes
Smaller breeds can also be vicious. Small dog owners often ignore their little dog’s behavior, thinking they won’t hurt anyone, but little dogs can do as much harm as bigger dogs.
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While you cannot predict when a dog will bite, take the following into account:
- If a toddler or infant is left alone with a dog, there could be a dangerous situation. Young children could grab onto a dog without realizing they are hurting the animal. A dog will then bite to protect itself from pain and to get the child to stop pulling.
- It a dog is trained to attack or treated badly, it could bite someone. Any owner can turn their dog into a dangerous creature and it is often the case that the owner is responsible, not the dog.
Overall, any dog can be a wonderful pet, even if it is on the dangerous breed list. A responsible owner wins the respect of the dog with mutual respect and love and a dangerous dog cannot be determined by breed alone.
What Should You Do If You Are Attacked?
To protect yourself in a dog attack:
- Don’t make eye contact with a dangerous dog
- Avoid fighting or arguing with the owner of an aggressive breed
- If you are jogging, stop and pass by the dog slowly, avoiding sudden movements and eye contact
- If a dog is attacking you, kick it in the rib cage which will knock the wind out of him, stunning him long enough for you to get away and shout for help
- If a dog approaches you barking and growling, stand tall and command that the dog “Sit” or “stay.”
- If you’re being attacked, punch the dog in the nose, twist and pull its ears, or poke it in the eyes
- Always keep your hands down so as not to provoke the dog attack
- Pit bulls are, sadly, notorious for dog attacked. If one attacks you, their first instinct is typically to grab and latch on. Remain standing, but if you do fall down, curl up into the fetal position and cover the back of your neck and your ears with your arms and hands for protection
- If you are attacked by a small dog, kick it in the body or nose to stop it attacking you
- If a dog seems confused, looks wild-eyes and crazy, or is biting stationary objects, or if you notice thick saliva covering its chest, the dog may have rabies. In this case, call the police as soon as possible
- If you are attacked by a larger dog, assume a fighting stance. Put one leg in front of the other to protect your inner body and, if you can, use your shoes as a weapon. If you do fall, though, you will lose the height advantage.
Dog Bite Personal Injury Lawyers in New York
The lawyers at Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP serve the NYC Metro area and surrounds. If you or someone close to you has been bitten in a dog attack in the City, let our lawyers help you seek the compensation you deserve.
- We have 35 years of experience
- We have recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for clients
- We have a winning record of success at trial
- We don’t charge fees until we settle or win your case
Our experienced team will help you determine the circumstances around your case and fight for your suffering.
Teaching Children to be Safe
All too often, children succumb to dog attacks. There are several precautions you can take to promote child safety and teach your child to be wary of dogs. Children should not:
- Try to kiss a dog on the face
- Stare directly into a dog’s eyes
- Pull on the dog’s body
- Approach or hug a dog from behind
- Touch the dog’s food bowl
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Teach your child to ask permission from a dog owner before petting or touching a dog and when they do so, teach them to always put their hand out first to allow the dog to sniff them.
Most importantly, parents should teach children what to do if they are threatened by a dog. These steps include:
Teach your child to ask permission from a dog owner before petting or touching a dog and when they do so, teach them to always put their hand out first to allow the dog to sniff them.
Most importantly, parents should teach children what to do if they are threatened by a dog. These steps include:
- Do not turn and run away
- Avoid screaming
- Stay as still as possible until the dog leaves
- Do not make eye contact with the dog
- Remain calm
- Speak firmly yet calmly
- Slowly back away until the dog is out of sight
- If the dog knocks the child to the ground, teach them to curl into a ball and cover their face, neck, and head with their hands
It is up to adults to do as much as possible to promote dog bite child safety. While we don’t have control over when and where a dog could decide to attack, we can provide children with the correct knowledge of what to do if they are faced by a vicious dog.
Our experienced team has assisted personal injury victims with claims involving car accidents, construction accidents, wrongful death, and other serious injuries.
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