Brooklyn Dog Bite Lawyer

Were you injured in a dog bite accident in Brooklyn, NY?

At The Edelsteins, Faegenburg, & Blyakher LLP, we invite you to contact our office for a free, confidential case review with a Brooklyn dog bite lawyer.

If you’ve been injured in a dog bite accident in Brooklyn, our Brooklyn, NY dog bite lawyer can identify the dog’s owner and every insurance policy that may apply, document your injuries, and pursue compensation from the responsible party. We also look into who controlled the property where the bite occurred and whether anyone knew the dog was dangerous.

The Edelsteins, Faegenburg, & Blyakher LLP has practiced in Brooklyn since 1937, and its attorneys handle premises and personal injury claims in the borough’s courts. Contact us to discuss your claim.

Dog Bite Lawyer Brooklyn, NY

A dog bite lawyer represents people injured by a dog and holds the responsible owner, keeper, or property owner accountable. The work includes identifying the insurance policy that covers the dog, documenting the injuries, negotiating the claim, and filing suit when the insurer will not pay a fair amount.

NYC Health Department data lists 1,126 dog bites reported in Brooklyn in 2025, up from 819 in 2024. A dog bite attorney in Brooklyn, NY examines who owned and controlled the dog, whether the owner knew of its behavior, and how serious the injuries are.

Types of Dog Bite Cases We Handle in Brooklyn

Most dog bite claims in Brooklyn arise at home, on a neighbor’s property, or on the street. The facts that matter differ in each setting, including who owned the dog, who controlled the location, and what was known about the animal’s behavior.

• Premises liability. Bites in apartment buildings, yards, shops, and other private property can involve the dog’s owner and also a landlord or business that knew about the animal. We review the lease, the property insurance, and any prior complaints, and landlord liability is part of that review.
• Bites in parks and on sidewalks. Off-leash dogs, dogs tied outside stores, and dogs that lunge at passersby injure people in public. We identify the owner, anyone handling the dog at the time, and the insurer behind either of them.
• Dog bites to children. Children are bitten more often than adults, and their injuries tend to be more severe, according to CDC guidance. We pursue compensation for treatment, scarring, and the lasting effects on the child.
• Dogs with a history of aggression. Prior bites, complaints to a landlord, and warnings from neighbors can show that an owner knew of the danger. We search for those records and for witnesses who saw the dog’s behavior.
• Dog walkers and boarding facilities. When a dog in a walker’s or facility’s care bites someone, responsibility may reach the walker, the business, and the owner. We review the service agreement and the business’s insurance.
• Facial injuries and scarring. Bites to the face and hands often leave permanent scars and require reconstructive treatment. We document the injury with medical records and photographs and seek compensation for disfigurement as well as treatment costs.
• Infection and rabies treatment. Germs from a bite can cause infection even when the wound looks shallow. When the dog cannot be found or observed, rabies treatment may be necessary, and for people who have never been vaccinated it begins in a hospital emergency room.

Why Choose The Edelsteins, Faegenburg, & Blyakher LLP as My Dog Bite Lawyer in Brooklyn, NY?

Insurance and Premises Claim Experience

Dog bite claims are usually paid by an insurer, so the work resembles a premises case: identify the policy, prove what the responsible party knew, and document the injury. Clients should expect that method from a personal injury lawyer in Brooklyn, NY.

Glenn K. Faegenburg, a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and a member of the American Bar Association, has litigated slip, trip, and fall cases. Paul J. Edelstein, a graduate of the University at Albany, speaks English and Spanish and volunteers as a lawyer with the Trial Lawyers Care 9/11 Project.

Results in Property and Premises Cases

Clients of our firm have received over $100 million in settlements and verdicts, including these recoveries in cases involving dangerous property conditions:

• Settlement of $1,725,000 for a client who suffered a knee injury due to a misleveled elevator
• Settlement of $1,500,000 for a victim who suffered back injuries in a slip and fall at a fast food restaurant
• Recovery of $2,750,000 for an HVAC worker who fell through an unguarded hatch
• Settlement of $4,500,000 for a worker who broke his ankle in a fall from a ladder at the Metropolitan Opera House

These results reflect the facts of each case and do not promise a similar result in another. Hiring us costs nothing upfront, and our fee comes only from a recovery.

Understanding Dog Bite Cases in Brooklyn, NY

What Is the Dog Bite Case Timeline?

The timeline of a case depends on the severity of the injuries and the insurer’s response. New York generally allows three years from the date of the bite to file a personal injury lawsuit under CPLR 214, though deadlines can differ when the injured person is a child or the claim is against a government agency.

Treatment and investigation. Medical care comes first, including wound care and, when needed, rabies treatment. We identify the owner, collect photographs and the bite report, and notify the insurers.

Demand. Once your condition is stable, we send the insurer your medical records and a demand for compensation.

Negotiation. The insurer responds, and the parties negotiate. The choice between settlement or trial belongs to you.

Lawsuit. If the claim does not resolve, we file suit and the parties exchange evidence.

Resolution. The claim ends in a settlement or a verdict.

Damages, Liability, and Compensation for Dog Bite Cases

In New York, a dog owner is generally responsible for a bite when the owner knew, or should have known, that the dog had a tendency toward dangerous behavior. A landlord or property owner who knew of the dog and could have removed the danger may share that responsibility. Under CPLR 1411, a recovery is reduced in proportion to the injured person’s share of fault.

Compensation can include emergency care, antibiotics, rabies treatment, reconstructive surgery, lost earnings, and pain and suffering, including the lasting effects of scarring. Medical treatment is common: the NYC Health Department’s 2026 report documented 77 percent of the 3,814 bites reported citywide in 2024 as treated by a medical provider.

What Are Important Aspects of a Dog Bite Case?

A dog bite claim is usually decided by what the owner knew about the dog before the bite, and the evidence on that point comes from several sources.

• Earlier bites, complaints, or warnings show what the owner knew, and they are the starting point for proving what the owner should have known.
• Homeowner’s, renter’s, and landlord policies are the usual sources of payment, so we identify each policy early.
• A report to the NYC Health Department through 311 or online helps the department decide whether you need a rabies shot.
• Insurers often argue that the injured person provoked the dog or entered the owner’s space, and shared fault can lower the value of the claim.

What Should You Bring to Your Dog Bite Consultation?

Details about the dog and its owner are as useful as your medical records.

• Medical records and bills, including any rabies treatment
• Photographs of the wound at each stage of healing
• The owner’s name, address, and building, or a description of the dog if the owner is unknown
• The 311 report number, witness names, and any video of the incident
• Proof of missed work

The first consultation is free. We review how the bite happened, who may be responsible, and how our fees work, and we ask for honest disclosure of every fact, including those you expect the insurer to raise.

Most Dangerous Locations for Dog Bites in Brooklyn

NYC Health Department records for 2015 through 2025 show reported dog bites in every part of Brooklyn, with the highest counts in ZIP codes covering East New York, Flatlands, Bushwick, and Williamsburg. The counts below cover bites with a recorded ZIP code.

• 11208 (East New York and Cypress Hills): 380 bites
• 11207 (East New York): 277 bites
• 11234 (Flatlands and Mill Basin): 256 bites
• 11221 (Bushwick and Bedford-Stuyvesant): 252 bites
• 11206 (Williamsburg and Bushwick): 244 bites

Reach Out to The Edelsteins, Faegenburg, & Blyakher LLP to Schedule a Consultation

Details about the dog and its owner become harder to confirm as time passes. At The Edelsteins, Faegenburg, & Blyakher LLP, the first consultation is free, and you owe no attorney fee unless we recover compensation. Contact us to speak with our Brooklyn dog bite lawyer, and we will go over the bite, the available insurance, and your next steps.