Dog Bite
Dog bites and animal attacks can cause serious physical injuries, permanent scarring, emotional trauma, and substantial financial hardship—especially when the victim is a child.
At Wiss Law Firm, we understand the lasting impact a dog attack can have on victims and their families. A bite may result in deep wounds, nerve damage, infection, disfigurement, reconstructive surgery, lost income, and a lifelong fear of animals. Our attorneys stand up for injured victims and pursue accountability from negligent dog owners and other responsible parties.
New York dog-bite law is complex. A victim may be able to pursue a claim by showing that the dog’s owner knew or should have known about the animal’s vicious or dangerous tendencies. Depending on the circumstances, a victim may also have a negligence claim when an owner or another responsible person failed to use reasonable care. A previous bite is important evidence, but it is not the only fact that may establish liability.
Why Choose Wiss Law Firm
Insurance-Defense Insight. We previously defended insurance companies against the types of injury claims we now pursue. That experience helps us anticipate the strategies insurers may use to deny responsibility or minimize compensation..
Client-Centered Approach. Every dog attack is different. We provide personalized legal guidance based on the circumstances of the incident, the severity of the injuries, and the ways the attack has affected the victim and family..
Determined Advocacy. We investigate every available source of evidence and insurance coverage while pursuing compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, scarring, emotional distress, and other damages..
Our Legal Services
- I. Free Consultation. A free, no-obligation consultation to review the attack, explain your legal options, and determine how we may help you pursue justice and compensation..
- II. Comprehensive Case Evaluation. A detailed investigation that may include medical records, photographs, witness statements, police or animal-control reports, veterinary records, prior complaints, surveillance footage, and evidence of the dog’s previous behavior..
- III. Insurance Negotiations. We handle communications and negotiations with homeowners, renters, property, and other liability insurers. Our team works to prevent insurance companies from undervaluing the lasting impact of your injuries..
- IV. Litigation & Trial Representation. If the insurance company refuses to offer fair compensation, our attorneys are prepared to take your case to court and present a compelling claim on your behalf..
- V. Support Throughout Your Recovery. We keep you informed, answer your questions, and help coordinate the documentation needed to show the full medical, emotional, and financial impact of the attack..
Types of Cases We Handle
Do not navigate this difficult time alone. Contact Wiss Law Firm today for a free consultation. Let us investigate what happened, protect your rights, and pursue the justice and compensation you deserve. 631-201-8200
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The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Viewing this page or contacting the firm does not create an attorney-client relationship. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is different.
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From the first free consultation to the settlement check, everything was exactly as promised. No fee until they won — and they won.
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Every call was returned the same day. Every question got a straight answer. That alone put them above every other firm I spoke to.
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I was hurt at a casino out of state and had no idea my claim had to be filed in tribal court. Jeremy knew the forum inside and out. Grateful I found him.
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A true trial attorney — prepared, sharp, and relentless. The other side settled because they knew he was ready for court.
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After my construction accident I was overwhelmed with bills and paperwork. Wiss Law took on everything so I could focus on healing — and they delivered.
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Professional, responsive, and honest from day one. I always knew where my case stood, and the outcome changed my family's life.
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They knew exactly how the insurance company would respond before it happened. The result was far more than the first offer I was pressured to take.
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Jeremy took my call the same day of my accident and walked me through every step. He treated me like family and never stopped fighting for me. I could not have asked for a better advocate.