$322,500 Dog Bite Settlement for Ocean County, NJ Woman with Arm Lacerations

In June 2021, a Cane Corso dog attack left an Ocean County woman with a 5-inch wound and multiple lacerations across her right arm. She was hospitalized, underwent corrective surgery on the arm, and completed postoperative physical therapy while out of work. David J. Cowhey retained an orthopedic surgeon to evaluate the arm damage and the surgical repair, and an economic expert to calculate her lost wages and medical costs. The claim settled for $322,500.

 

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Toms River, Ocean County, New Jersey

David J. Cowhey, Esq., Certified Civil Trial Attorney, announces a successful dog bite settlement securing compensation for hospital bills and lost wages resulting from a severe arm injury sustained by an Ocean County woman after a dog attack. After the June 2021 attack, the woman suffered a 5-inch wound with multiple lacerations across her right arm.

  • Injuries: Severe arm injury likely involving deep tissue, muscle, or nerve damage
  • Treatment: Corrective surgery to the arm, hospitalization, and postoperative physical therapy
  • Experts Retained: Orthopedic surgeon to evaluate the extent of the arm damage and necessary surgical repair, and an economic expert to calculate lost wages and medical costs
  • Outcome: Settlement of $322,500.

Key Takeaway: Cases involving corrective surgery and significant time away from work carry substantial settlement values due to high medical bills, economic losses, and prolonged disruption to the victim’s daily life.

Injured in a Dog Attack in New Jersey?

If you have suffered a dog bite injury in New Jersey that has affected your life, call David J. Cowhey today on our 24/7 Attorney Hotline. Mr. Cowhey will explain your legal rights to you clearly and plainly, and he will fight to get you the best result possible. Book a free consultation.

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