Category: Dog Bite Law

Facial Dog Bite Injuries and Settlements in New Jersey – A Guide for Victims and Families

A facial dog bite is far more than a painful injury. It can permanently alter a person’s appearance, require years [...]

Dog Bite Injury Compensation in New Jersey – The Calculations Behind Dog Bite Settlements

Under New Jersey’s strict liability dog bite law (N.J.S.A. 4:19-16), victims can recover medical bills, future surgery costs, lost wages, [...]

How to File a Dog Bite Lawsuit in New Jersey

Reviewed by David J. Cowhey, Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Civil Trial Attorney · Updated [...]

What to Do When You’re Bitten by a Dog as a Delivery Driver in New Jersey

Delivery drivers in New Jersey face a surprisingly common hazard: dog attacks that happen as they approach homes and businesses [...]

What to Do When You’re Bitten By a Dog in New Jersey

A dog bite can leave lasting physical and emotional scars. Whether bitten while visiting a friend, walking in your neighborhood, [...]

How Much Is My Dog Bite Case Worth? Factors That Influence Dog Bite Case Value in New Jersey

The factors that influence dog bite case value in New Jersey include bite severity and the age of the victim. [...]

Third-Party Liability in New Jersey Dog Bite Claims

When a dog attack occurs, most people immediately think of holding the dog’s owner responsible. However, New Jersey law recognizes [...]

Understanding Strict Liability in New Jersey Dog Bite Cases

Dog bites in New Jersey are covered by New Jersey Statutes section 4:19-16. New Jersey’s Dog Bite Law helps ensure [...]

Your Guide to N.J.S.A. 4:19-16 – The New Jersey Dog Bite Statute

According to the Insurance Information Institute, there were 22,658 dog attacks in the U.S. in 2024, with 792 claims in [...]

How to Secure Compensation for New Jersey Facial Dog Bite Victims

Facial dog bites often have the most enduring impact of any dog bite type. The data showing the link between [...]