Dog Bites
The following applies to New York City and Long Island dog bites. With some limited exceptions, an owner or lawful custodian of a dangerous dog is strictly liable for medical costs resulting from injuries caused by such dog. Proving that a dog is a "dangerous dog" may be done by simply showing the dog attacked without justification.
However, in order to for a New York dog owner to be liable for other damages such as pain and suffering and emotional damages, a dog bite victim must prove that the dog had vicious propensities and the dog owner knew or should have known of such propensities. Evidence that New York City and Long Island dog bite attorneys can use to prove that a dog has vicious propensities include, but are not limited to:
a prior attack;
the dog's tendency to growl, snap, or bare its teeth;
the manner in which the dog was restrained; and
a proclivity to act in a way that puts others at risk of harm.
Owners or harborers of a dog with vicious propensities are not entitled to the benefit of the so-called "one free bite" rule. As such even dogs which have not previously bitten or attacked may subject its owners or harborers to liability where its propensities are apparent. In addition, the keeping of a dog as a guard dog may give rise to an inference that the owner had knowledge of the dog's vicious propensities.
If you have been injured by a NYC or Long Island dog bite, please contact our experienced NYC and Long Island dog bite lawyers as soon as possible for a free consultation.
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