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June 3, 2022
The Role of Breed in Dog Bite Risk

You hear it in the news a lot – victims of dog bite injuries and their communities calling out for breed restrictions and regulations for dangerous dog breeds. It is...

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May 19, 2022
Do I Need a Dog Bite Lawyer?

If you’ve been bitten or attacked by a dog, you may be thinking about getting a dog bite lawyer. It can be a traumatic experience and often involves dogs you...

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May 5, 2022
6 Things You MUSTN’T Do After A Dog Attack

It is unfortunate, but if you or a loved one is attacked by a dog, you need to take careful and decisive actions to protect your health as well as...

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April 11, 2022
2022 National Dog Bite Prevention Week

The National Dog Bite Prevention Week Coalition recognizes that an informed public can help to prevent dog bites and dog injuries. Every year in April, prevention strategies are highlighted to...

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March 25, 2022
$322,500 Settlement for Ocean County Woman

An Ocean County woman that suffered a severe injury to her arm which required corrective surgery received a $322,500 settlement as a result of the efforts of New Jersey Dog...

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March 25, 2022
$100,000 Settlement for Mercer County Child

A child residing in Mercer County received multiple facial and bodily wounds when she was attacked by a dog while a guest at a family friend’s home. Attorney David J....

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March 25, 2022
$200,000 Settlement for Ocean County Woman

An Ocean County woman that suffered a disfiguring dog bite wound to her chest received a $200,000.00 settlement. Attorney David J. Cowhey successfully negotiated the resolution of this claim for...

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March 16, 2022
Dog Bite Law: When A Dog Bites A Toddler

When a dog bites a toddler, it can be a stressful situation for everyone involved. There is always a risk of a dog biting someone and a toddler can be...

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March 3, 2022
Can a Dog Bite Cause Tetanus?

Dog bites are common, with more than 4.5 million occurring in the United States each year. Children are commonly the victims of dog bites and their injuries are typically more...

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