If you were injured by a dog bite in New York, you may be entitled to compensation. Do not wait to reach out to our skilled New York personal injury attorneys today to discuss your options.
What are my options after a dog bite injury in New York?
There are many steps you should take after a dog bite injury. The first is that you will want to call the police. By alerting the authorities, they will be able to dispatch an ambulance that can bring you to the hospital to receive treatment. After that, you should take photos of your injuries, and also ask anyone who witnessed your accident for their contact information so they may confirm your claim at a later date. Also, ensure you get the dog owner’s information so you know who you are filing your claim against. Lastly, you should retain the services of a skilled New York personal injury attorney that can fight for the compensation you need to ease your burdens.
What are New York’s laws for dog bite injuries?
While every state has different laws relating to dog bite injuries, New York generally holds dog owners liable for dog bite injuries. In the state of New York, if you were bitten by a dog, you will have to demonstrate that negligence on the owner’s part caused your injuries. As long as you can prove this, you may be entitled to compensation. With that being said, if you were attacked by a dog that was not on a leash and not on the owner’s property, you will more likely than not be able to sue that dog’s owner for negligence. However, it is critical to note that if the dog owner can prove that you provoked the attack, either by trespassing, teasing the dog, or another reason, you may not be able to pursue legal action.
It is also important to keep in mind that with all other personal injury claims, you must file a claim within the state’s statute of limitations. The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in New York is three years. It is important that you do not wait more than three years to take legal action, otherwise, you will lose the opportunity to file for the compensation you need. If you have been bitten by a dog, it is in your best interest to reach out to our competent New York personal injury attorneys today.
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