Dog Bite Injury Lawyer
Scars, nerve damage, and trauma deserve real compensation. Call 888-RAYTSIN or 718-355-9797 for a free consultation.
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Focused on You From the First Call
An injury can turn your life upside down in seconds. Medical appointments, missed work, and calls from insurance companies can quickly become overwhelming. Our team is here to take that weight off your shoulders so you can focus on getting better.
We listen to your story, investigate what happened, and build your claim with care and attention to detail. From gathering evidence to dealing with insurers, we keep you informed at every step and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Attacked by a Dog?
Dog Bite Claims Turn on the Dog's History.
New York uses a mixed rule: an owner is strictly liable for medical costs when the dog has previously shown vicious tendencies, and negligence principles apply to the rest of your damages. New Jersey applies a broader strict liability standard for bites. Either way, the record matters — prior complaints, animal control reports, warning signs, and neighbor accounts. Most recoveries come from a homeowner's or renter's policy, not the owner's pocket, and we pursue that coverage while you focus on healing.
Why Choose Us
Why Injured Clients Choose Raytsin Law Firm PC
We Build the Dog's History
Animal control records, prior bite reports, veterinary files, and neighbor statements establish the vicious propensity that drives strict liability.
Scarring Valued Properly
Facial and visible scars carry lifelong consequences, especially for children. We work with plastic surgeons to document revision needs and future costs.
We Find the Coverage
Homeowner, renter, condo, and landlord policies frequently apply. We identify every policy rather than accepting an uninsured owner's word.
No Fee Unless We Win
Free consultation and contingency representation, with all case costs advanced by our firm.
Compensation
Damages You May Be Entitled to Recover
Economic Damages
- Emergency treatment and wound repair
- Reconstructive and revision surgery
- Rabies and infection treatment
- Lost wages and childcare costs
Non-Economic Damages
- Permanent scarring and disfigurement
- Pain and suffering
- PTSD, nightmares, and fear of animals
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Punitive Damages
- Owners who ignored prior attacks
- Dogs kept in violation of court orders
- Deliberate provocation of the animal
- Awarded on top of compensatory damages
Cases We Handle
Dog Attack Cases We Handle
Attacks on Children
Children are bitten on the face and neck most often. These claims require careful medical and psychological documentation over time.
Bites Inside a Home or Yard
Guests, delivery workers, and visiting relatives are covered by most homeowner and renter policies when a dog is not properly restrained.
Off-Leash & Loose Dogs
Leash law violations in parks and on sidewalks provide strong evidence of negligence in both New York and New Jersey.
Chase-Related Injuries
A dog does not have to bite. Cyclists and runners knocked down or forced into traffic while being chased can recover as well.
Infection & Nerve Damage
Puncture wounds frequently cause deep infection and lasting nerve injury long after the surface heals. We document the full course.
Landlord & Property Claims
A landlord who knew a dangerous dog lived on the premises and did nothing may share liability with the owner.
What to Do Next
What to Do After a Dog Bite
- 1Get medical care immediately — bite wounds infect quickly.
- 2Report the bite to animal control or the local health department.
- 3Identify the owner and ask for vaccination records.
- 4Photograph the wounds the same day and again as they heal.
- 5Photograph the location, gate, fence, or leash involved.
- 6Collect witness names, including neighbors familiar with the dog.
- 7Keep all torn clothing and medical paperwork.
- 8Call a dog bite lawyer before speaking with the owner's insurer.
New York · New Jersey
Injury Claims on Both Sides of the Hudson
Raytsin Law Firm PC represents injured people throughout New York and New Jersey. Each state has its own insurance rules, filing deadlines, and courts — we handle both.
If You Were Hurt in New York
- All five boroughs — Queens, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island
- Nassau and Suffolk counties on Long Island
- No-Fault benefits and the serious-injury threshold for vehicle claims
If You Were Hurt in New Jersey
- Newark, Jersey City, Hoboken, Elizabeth, Paterson, and all of northern New Jersey
- Turnpike, Garden State Parkway, Route 1&9, and other high-traffic corridors
- PIP coverage and the verbal-threshold rules that affect many New Jersey vehicle claims
Filing deadlines differ by state and by type of claim, and some claims against public entities require notice within a short window. Call us early so no deadline is missed.
FAQs
Dog Bite Questions
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“This firm is really the best. Mr. Raytsin was referred by a family member and I thank my family everyday for him. He took care of me as promised and I am so grateful for his work. Thank you again!”
Speak With a Dog Bite Attorney Today
Free, confidential consultations for bite and animal attack victims throughout New York and New Jersey.
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