If you were attacked by a dog, you face a long list of potential injuries. We will address such issues as medical bills, pay lost from time out of work, and the financial consequences you might face in the future by filing a claim or lawsuit against the at-fault party.
Let a Hempstead personal injury lawyer from Friedman & Simon, L.L.P., fight for the justice you deserve. Since 1991, we have successfully worked to win clients the compensation they need and are entitled to for injuries like yours. Call our Hempstead dog bite lawyers today to learn what we will do for you.
In This Article
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- Identifying Who Is Liable for Your Hempstead Dog Bite Injuries
- Proving Liability for Your Dog Attack
- Determining Recoverable Damages for Dog Bite Injuries
- What a Hempstead Dog Bite Lawyer Will Do for You
- See How a Hempstead Dog Bite Lawyer Will Support You
Identifying Who Is Liable for Your Hempstead Dog Bite Injuries
Depending on the circumstances, if a dog bit you, the dog’s owner should be held liable for your injuries and other damages you sustain. Hempstead ordinances require dog owners to take reasonable steps to keep the dog from biting people. Reasonable actions might include the following:- Constraining the dog behind a fence or in a kennel
- Restraining the dog on a leash
- Keeping a muzzle on the dog
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Proving Liability for Your Dog Attack
Once we have identified the person responsible for your injuries, our Hempstead dog bite attorneys will investigate the circumstances of the incident to uncover evidence and documentation that support your claim. We will explore and document many sources in this investigation, including the following:- Statements from people who witnessed the attack and from those who have witnessed prior aggressive behavior by the dog
- Records from the medical professionals who treated your injuries
- The dog’s history of attacks
- Videos and/or photos of the attack
- Official police reports
- Records from the dog’s veterinarian
- Expert opinions from animal trainers
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Determining Recoverable Damages for Dog Bite Injuries
Depending on the nature of the wounds suffered and the condition of the dog that attacked you, hospitalization, intravenous antibiotics, or other significant medical treatments might be called for. The Hempstead lawyers at Friedman & Simon, L.L.P., will calculate the costs of any such hospitalization and medical procedures. We will also account for the impact the bites and the attack have had, and will have, on your job, your physical health, and your emotional well-being.Possible Recoverable Damages From Your Dog Bite
- Hospitalization
- Ambulance transportation
- Emergency treatment of your wounds
- Surgery
- Future or ongoing medical treatment
- Wages lost from missing work
- Estimated loss of future wages and income
- Medical imaging and tests
- Diminished earning capacity
- Diminished quality of life
- Permanent disability, scarring, or other injuries
- Emotional trauma caused by physical injuries
- Pain and suffering
- Rehab and physical therapy
- Any out-of-pocket or direct expenses
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What a Hempstead Dog Bite Lawyer Will Do for You
We understand the emotional trauma that accompanies a dog attack. Our legal team wants to protect you against the stress of dealing with all the various claims procedures, deadlines, investigations, and other nuances of seeking recovery for your damages. You need to heal from the trauma and recover physically and emotionally. We encourage you to let one of our Hempstead dog bite lawyers do the rest. Friedman & Simon, L.L.P., will handle all the following for you:We Will Keep You Informed About Your Personal Injury Claim
We make ourselves available to you. You are always welcome to call for answers to your questions. You will be kept informed of all significant case developments.We Will Prove the Dog Owner Is Liable
It is completely understandable if you do not want to face the dog’s owner in uncomfortable exchanges to collect information. You will not have to do anything in this regard. Our team will prove the dog’s owner—or some other party, if indicated—failed to keep you out of harm’s way and is liable for your damages.We Will Talk to the Insurance Companies, Lawyers, and All Other Parties
Nobody wants to have to deal with the intimidation tactics that some insurance companies and opposing counsel use to undermine the severity of your injuries and your damages. Our dog bite attorneys know how to talk to these parties, and we will do it in a way that represents your case to your benefit.We Will Investigate Your Animal Attack and Collect Evidence to Support Your Case
When you retain our firm, you relieve yourself of the burdens and pressures of gathering documentation from doctors, veterinarians, police, municipal animal control agencies in Hempstead, NY, and so on. We know where to look for the information your case needs.We Will Calculate Your Dog Bite Damages
This is a very important, and often complex, part of your case. Through our analysis of all the evidence, negotiation, and, as indicated, litigation, we seek the maximum dollar amount of compensation for your injuries and damages. Take comfort in knowing that Friedman & Simon, L.L.P., has recovered hundreds of millions for our clients and knows how to fight hard for the money you need.Complete a Free Case Evaluation form now
See How a Hempstead Dog Bite Lawyer Will Support You
Our legal team is eager to talk to you about your experience. We will speak with you in your language of choice, including Spanish, English, Greek, and Bengali. Our attorneys will not charge you fees unless and until you have recovered your damages. Call us today for a free, no-obligation case review to learn more about what our Hempstead dog bite lawyers will do for you.Call or text (516) 932-0400 or complete a Free Case Evaluation form