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Dog Bite Injury Lawyers in New Jersey

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Dog Bite

Bitten by a Dog? Start With Legal Help That Puts You First

Why You Need a New Jersey Dog Bite Lawyer

Dog bites cause serious physical, emotional, and financial damage. In New Jersey, owners are strictly liable for a bite if you were legally on the property or in a public place.


If you’ve suffered a puncture wound, infection, nerve damage, permanent scarring, or emotional trauma from an animal attack, you deserve legal guidance that fights for your full recovery. At Mennie Heizler, LLC, we understand your rights—let us protect them.

What We Handle

Types of Dog Bite Cases We Take On

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Puncture Wounds & Lacerations

Deep injuries from bites that require immediate medical attention and long‑term care.

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Infections Caused by Bites

Including rabies risk and other serious complications requiring treatment.

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Nerve Damage & Permanent Impairment

When a bite causes lasting loss of feeling, movement or strength.

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Scarring and Disfigurement

Especially facial or hand injuries that impact quality of life and require specialized treatment.

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Emotional Trauma & PTSD

The unseen effects of being attacked by a dog: anxiety, fear, nightmares, life disruptions.

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Child Dog Attack Cases

Young victims are especially vulnerable and may face long‑term physical and emotional consequences.

What Our Clients Say

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Here’s How It Works

Your Consultation

You’ll meet directly with an attorney – no intermediaries. We’ll listen to your story, review the incident, and map out the next steps together.

Our Investigation

While you focus on recovery, we collect evidence – bite‑incident reports, owner information, photos of the scene, witness statements, medical records.

Claim Development

We build your case by working with medical experts, liability analysts and insurance specialists to fight for the full compensation you’re owed.

Start With a Consultation

We get to know your situation, explain what probate involves, and answer your questions.

File in Probate Court

We handle all court submissions, deadlines, and communication.

Navigate Administration

We help with every legal and logistical step from opening to closing the estate.

From your first call to the resolution of your case, we stand with you – protecting your rights and handling the legal burdens.

Why Clients Choose Mennie Heizler for Dog Bite Cases

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Deep Knowledge of New Jersey Dog Bite Law

We know N.J.S.A. 4:19‑16 and how it protects victims regardless of a dog’s history.

Proven Track Record with Attack Victims

We’ve helped clients recover after dog‑bite incidents involving serious injuries.

Clear, Compassionate Communication

We keep you informed, listen to your concerns, and support you throughout the process.

Aggressive Legal Representation

We don’t back down from negligent dog owners or their insurers—we fight to win.

Direct, Personalized Attorney Access

You’ll work directly with experienced trial attorneys who value you as a person.

Free Consultations & No Fee Unless We Win

You pay nothing unless we secure compensation for you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • 1. What should I do after a dog bite in New Jersey?

    Get medical help right away. Then call us at (732) 481‑9100. Early legal action helps protect your rights and preserve crucial evidence.

  • 2. Is the dog’s previous history of aggression required for my claim?

    No. Under New Jersey’s strict liability statute, the owner is liable even if the dog has no prior history.

  • 3. What if I was bitten while trespassing or provoking the dog?

    If you were not legally on the property or you provoked the dog, liability may be reduced or eliminated. We’ll examine the facts in your case.

  • 4. What compensation can I recover after a dog bite?

    Medical bills, lost wages, ongoing treatment, pain and suffering, scarring or disfigurement, emotional trauma.

  • 5. How long do I have to file a dog bite claim in New Jersey?

    Usually you must file within two years of the attack. Acting promptly gives you the best chance at maximum recovery.

  • 6. How much will a lawyer cost for a dog bite case?

    We work on a contingency fee basis—no upfront cost, and you only pay if we win your case.

Ready to Talk?

Get Legal Help for Your Dog Bite Case

We’re available for consultations during the day, evening, or weekends — at our offices in Ocean County, Monmouth County, and across New Jersey, your home, or by Zoom. You’ve been through enough. Let us handle the legal side so you can focus on healing.


Mennie Heizler, LLC is committed to you.