Dog Bite Injury Lawyer in Egg Harbor Township, NJ

If you or a loved one has been bitten by a dog in Egg Harbor Township, DiBartolo Law is here to help. Based in Egg Harbor Township and serving all of New Jersey, our firm specializes in dog bite injury cases. We help victims recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, emotional distress, and more.

Local Dog Bite Laws in Egg Harbor Township, NJ

New Jersey enforces strict liability for dog bites under N.J.S.A. 4:19-16: if a dog bites someone in a public space or while the victim is lawfully on private property, the owner is automatically liable—regardless of the dog’s prior behavior or warnings. Egg Harbor Township’s ordinances also require dogs be leashed in public and prohibited from running at large. Violations may strengthen your claim.

However, defenses do exist. Dog owners may argue the victim trespassed or provoked the animal. Comparative negligence may reduce recovery if the victim was partially at fault—but only if fault is 50% or less.

Steps to Take If You’re Bitten

1. Seek immediate medical attention. Even minor bites can risk infection or nerve damage.
2. Report the incident. Contact Egg Harbor Township Police and Atlantic County Animal Control. New Jersey requires medical professionals to report bites within 12 hours.
3. Document everything. Take photos of the wound, note date/time/location, and gather witness names.
4. Preserve evidence. Keep torn clothes and get the dog owner’s info and insurance details.
5. Reach out to us. Touch base with DiBartolo Law before speaking to insurance—your statements matter.

Most Common Injuries From Dog Bites in New Jersey

Dog bite victims in New Jersey often suffer:

• Deep punctures and lacerations – requiring stitches or surgery
• Nerve damage or mobility loss
• Infections like MRSA or rabies
• Scarring or disfigurement, especially facial bites
• Psychological trauma including anxiety or PTSD

Children, postal workers, and delivery drivers are particularly vulnerable to severe or facial injuries.

Local Resources in Egg Harbor Township, NJ

• Egg Harbor Township Police Department – report the incident and obtain official records
• Atlantic County SPCA Humane Police – investigate the dog’s history and vaccination status
• Atlantic County Health Department – assist with rabies protocols
• Local urgent care and hospitals – Medical care and official documentation of injuries

Contact Our Experienced Egg Harbor Township Attorney at DiBartolo Law

At DiBartolo Law, we offer personalized, aggressive representation. If you’ve been bitten by a dog in Egg Harbor Township or anywhere in South Jersey, don’t wait. Contact DiBartolo Law today for a free consultation. We’ll guide you through medical care, reporting, and legal action. Let us help you secure the compensation you deserve so you can focus on healing, fill out our online form now.