Ocean County Dog Bite Injuries
Monmouth County and Ocean County’s premier dog bite injury law firm
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):
- About 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year
- Almost one in five of those who are bitten—a total of 885,000—require medical attention for dog bite-related injuries
- In a recent year more than 31,000 people underwent reconstructive surgery as a result of being bitten by dogs
Unlike many other states, New Jersey's dog bite statute has teeth
In some other states, a victim of a dog bite must prove that the dog had a history of being vicious. But not in New Jersey. In fact, in New Jersey, you do not even need to prove any negligence, because New Jersey law holds a dog owner strictly liable for all damages suffered by a dog bite victim. This means that a dog owner is automatically responsible if his or her dog bites someone. An Ocean County or Monmouth County personal injury law firm does not need to prove negligence.
Compensation for dog bite victims
If a dog has bitten you, your compensation may include—
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While New Jersey's dog bite law favors the victim, there are a couple of exceptions. One exception is a victim who is a trespasser. The other exception involves negligence by the victim and/or by a third party. So it is best to discuss your specific case with our Ocean County injury law firm of Villani & DeLuca, P.C.
Contact us for a free consultation
If a dog or other animal bit you or your child, schedule a free consultation with our personal injury law firm of Villani & DeLuca, P.C. by calling 732-892-9050 or contact us online. We serve New Jersey clients in Toms River, Freehold, and throughout Ocean and Monmouth counties.