Call Now For FreeDog bite law in New York is no longer as simple as it used to be.
For years, cases turned on a single concept: whether the owner knew of the dog’s dangerous propensities. That still matters—but today, it’s only part of the analysis.
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Remember: Baseball Season is Also Dog Bite Season
Mack Press, the New York Dog Bite Lawyer, has proudly partnered with the Long Island Ducks, because they share a love of two things: dogs, and baseball. And with baseball season around the corner and dogs getting to go out and run, people are getting excited for the spring.
A Dog Bite Lawsuit Is About Protection — Not Punishment
Many injured victims hesitate to bring a claim because they fear “something will happen to the dog.”
That concern is understandable — but usually misplaced.
There Is No “Free Bite” in New York Anymore
For years, many New York dog owners believed that if their dog had never bitten anyone before, they were protected from liability.
That belief is outdated.
Uproar After NYC Pit Bull Bites Infant
A one-year old baby was severely injured after being bitten by a pit bull in Manhattan on December 22, 2025, leading to an uproar on social media. Thankfully, bystanders were able to intervene quickly, but the child was left with severe lacerations that were described as a “hole” in its leg. The child was rushed to the hospital, and is thankfully in stable condition.
What You Need to Know About Flanders v. Goodfellow
This past April, the New York Court of Appeals issued a decision in the case of Flanders v. Goodfellow, which dramatically changed how dog bites and other animal attack cases are handled across the State. As a result of this case, people who are injured by other people’s pets will have a significantly easier time getting compensation for the harm they have suffered. Moreover, even people with current dog bite and animal bite cases may see their situation become substantially easier to pursue.
How to Prevent Dog Bites
Most bites are preventable with consistent supervision, proper training, and thoughtful handling. Prevention protects people and reduces stress for dogs.
Why Ages 18–21 Year Olds Can Finally Receive Compensation for Childhood Dog Bites
For decades, young New Yorkers who were bitten as children had virtually no real legal remedy. Under the old rule, a child bitten at age five, ten, or twelve could rarely recover because New York law required proof that the dog had shown prior aggression — something most families simply couldn’t prove.
Warning Signs That a Dog May Bite
Dogs rarely bite without warning. Most give multiple stress signals, but people — especially children — often miss or misinterpret them. Recognizing these early cues prevents countless bite incidents.
WHY DOGS BITE: The Real Reasons Behind Sudden Attacks
Dog bites are almost always preventable once you understand why they happen. Though attacks may feel sudden, research shows that most bites stem from identifiable causes related to fear, stress, pain, or instinct.
