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Children and Dog Attacks: Special Considerations for Pediatric Injury Claims

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When you think about childhood injuries, dog bites probably aren’t the first thing that pops into your head. But here’s something that might surprise you: kids are significantly more likely to be bitten by dogs than adults. In fact, children under 14 make up nearly 60% of all dog bite victims, and those between ages 5-9 face the highest risk.

As someone who’s worked with families dealing with these really tough situations, I can tell you that dog attacks involving children aren’t just about physical wounds. They’re about long-term emotional pain, expensive medical bills that pile up, and families who suddenly find themselves asking questions they never thought they’d need to ask.

If your child has been attacked by a dog, you’re probably feeling completely overwhelmed right now. You’re trying to manage your child’s injuries, juggle medical appointments, and maybe even have some tough conversations about why this happened. The last thing you want to think about is legal stuff – but unfortunately, it’s something you probably need to consider.

Why Kids Get Hurt More Often

Let’s start with the basics. Why are children so much more vulnerable to dog attacks? It’s not just bad luck – there are real, understandable reasons why kids end up in these situations more often than adults.

Size Matters More Than You’d Think

Think about it from a dog’s point of view. A 40-pound dog might come up to your waist, but to a 5-year-old, that same dog is practically at eye level. When dogs feel threatened or want to show they’re in charge, they often go for the face and neck area. For adults, that might mean a bite to the arm or hand because we instinctively put them up to protect ourselves. For kids, it often means scary facial injuries.

The size difference also affects how much damage a dog can do. A bite that might leave a bruise on an adult can cause a really serious injury to a small child. Kids’ bones are still developing, their skin is thinner, and they simply can’t defend themselves the way adults can.

Kids Don’t Read Dog Body Language

Here’s something most adults take for granted: we’ve learned to recognize when a dog is getting agitated. We know that a stiff tail, raised fur on their back, or a low growl means “back off!” Kids, especially young ones, just don’t pick up on these signals.

I’ve heard countless stories from parents whose children approached dogs that were clearly showing signs of stress or aggression. The child saw a “doggy” and just wanted to pet it. They didn’t notice that the dog was cowering, had its ears back, or was showing other warning signs that scream “leave me alone!”

Children Act Unpredictably

Dogs like routine and predictable behavior. Kids? Well, they’re pretty much the opposite! They run, they scream, they make sudden movements, and sometimes they do things that dogs interpret as threatening or like prey.

Imagine a child running and screaming in play – that might trigger a dog’s chase instinct. A toddler who falls down might seem vulnerable to a dog with predatory tendencies. These aren’t necessarily “bad” dogs – they’re just responding to what they see as unusual or threatening behavior.

The Types of Injuries We See

When dogs attack children, the injuries are often more severe than what we see with adult victims. This isn’t just because kids are smaller – it’s also because of where dogs tend to bite children and how children’s bodies respond to trauma.

Facial and Head Injuries

This is the big one. While adults typically get bitten on their hands or arms (because we instinctively put our hands out to protect ourselves), children often suffer facial injuries. These can include:

  • Puncture wounds to the cheeks, forehead, or around the eyes
  • Cuts that need lots of stitches
  • Damage to facial nerves that can affect expression or movement
  • Eye injuries that may impact vision
  • Injuries to the ears, nose, or lips

Facial injuries are particularly tough because they often need plastic surgery, and even with the best medical care, scarring is common. For a child, this can mean a lifetime of dealing with how they look and the emotional impact of the attack.

Neck and Throat Injuries

These are the injuries that really worry me. When a large dog attacks a small child, neck injuries can be life-threatening. Even when they’re not fatal, they can cause:

  • Damage to the windpipe or food pipe
  • Nerve damage affecting movement or feeling
  • Scarring that might need multiple surgeries
  • Long-term difficulties with swallowing or breathing

Psychological Trauma

Here’s what a lot of people don’t realize: the emotional injuries from a dog attack can be just as serious as the physical ones, especially for children. Kids who’ve been attacked often develop:

  • An intense fear of dogs (it even has a name: cynophobia!)
  • General anxiety or panic attacks
  • Trouble sleeping and nightmares
  • Going backward in their development, like bedwetting after being potty trained
  • Avoiding school or pulling away from social activities
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

I’ve worked with families where the child’s fear became so severe that they couldn’t even leave the house if there was a possibility of seeing a dog. Imagine trying to take your child to school, the park, or even just for a walk around the neighborhood when they’re terrified of something as common as dogs.

What Makes Pediatric Cases Different

If you’re dealing with a dog attack involving your child, you need to understand that these cases aren’t handled the same way as adult injury claims. There are special rules and things to think about that apply specifically to children.

The Time Limit Works Differently

In most personal injury cases, you have a limited time to file a lawsuit – typically two to three years from the date of injury. But with children, it’s more complicated.

In Colorado, the time limit for a child doesn’t start running until they turn 18. This means that if your 8-year-old is attacked by a dog, you technically have until they’re 20 years old to file a lawsuit. However, this doesn’t mean you should wait!

Evidence disappears over time. Witnesses move away or forget details. The dog owner might move or their insurance situation might change. While you have more time legally, it’s almost always better to act sooner rather than later.

Court Approval is Required for Settlements

When an adult settles a personal injury case, they can generally accept whatever amount they think is fair. With children, it’s different. Any settlement over a certain amount (in Colorado, it’s typically $10,000) needs a judge’s approval.

This might seem like a hassle, but it’s actually a protection for your child. The court will review the settlement to make sure it’s fair and truly in your child’s best interests. They’ll look at things like:

  • How serious the injuries are
  • What the long-term outlook is
  • Future medical needs
  • The impact on the child’s life and development
  • Whether the settlement fairly makes up for their pain and suffering

Future Damages Are More Complex

When an adult is injured, we can usually calculate their lost wages, medical bills, and other damages pretty accurately. With children, we’re trying to predict what their life would have been like without the injury – and that’s much harder.

For example, if a dog attack leaves facial scarring on a child, how do we figure out the impact that might have on their future job prospects? What if the emotional pain affects their ability to make friends or do well in school? These are the kinds of questions that make pediatric injury cases more challenging.

Medical Expenses Can Keep Going for Years

Adult injuries often have a clear treatment timeline. You get hurt, you get treated, you get better (or as good as you’re going to get), and that’s it. With children, especially those with serious injuries, medical treatment can continue for years and years.

A child with facial scarring might need multiple plastic surgeries as they grow. Someone with emotional pain might need years of therapy. Dental injuries might require ongoing treatment as adult teeth come in. All of these future medical expenses need to be considered in any settlement or judgment.

Who’s Responsible When a Dog Attacks Your Child?

This is usually one of the first questions parents ask, and the answer isn’t always super simple. Dog bite responsibility varies a lot from state to state, and there are several different legal ideas that might apply to your case.

“Strict Liability” States

Some states have “strict liability” laws for dog bites. This means that the dog owner is automatically responsible for any injuries their dog causes, no matter if they knew the dog was dangerous or if they were careless in any way.

Colorado has a modified strict liability rule. Under Colorado law, dog owners are strictly responsible for injuries caused by their dogs, but only if the victim was legally on public property or legally on private property (including the dog owner’s property). This means you don’t have to prove the owner was careless – you just have to prove their dog caused the injury.

The “One Bite” Rule

Some states still follow the old “one bite” rule, which says that dog owners aren’t responsible for injuries unless they knew or should have known that their dog was dangerous. This often means the dog had to have bitten someone before, or shown aggressive tendencies that the owner was aware of.

Even in strict liability states like Colorado, the one bite rule can still be relevant for certain types of financial compensation or in certain situations.

Negligence Claims

Even in strict liability states, you might also have a negligence claim against the dog owner. This could apply if:

  • The owner failed to properly keep their dog restrained (like on a leash)
  • They broke local leash laws
  • They let their dog roam freely in an area where children were present
  • They failed to properly secure their property to keep the dog from escaping

Negligence claims can sometimes allow for additional types of damages that might not be available under strict liability theories.

Third-Party Responsibility

Sometimes, someone other than the dog owner might be responsible for your child’s injuries. This could include:

  • Landlords who knew about a dangerous dog on their property
  • Dog sitters or walkers who were caring for the dog when the attack happened
  • Businesses that allowed a dangerous dog on their premises
  • Parents or guardians who were supposed to be watching the dog

Insurance Coverage and Complications

Most dog bite claims are covered by the dog owner’s homeowner’s or renter’s insurance policy. However, dealing with insurance companies in pediatric dog bite cases can be particularly challenging.

Coverage Limits and Exclusions

Standard homeowner’s policies typically include liability coverage for dog bites, but there are often limits and things they won’t cover that you need to be aware of:

  • Breed exclusions: Some insurance companies won’t cover certain dog breeds they consider high-risk (like pit bulls or Rottweilers).
  • Prior bite exclusions: If the dog has bitten someone before, the insurance company might not cover future incidents.
  • Coverage limits: Most policies have maximum payout limits that might not be enough for serious injuries to a child.

The Insurance Company’s Perspective

Here’s something that might frustrate you: insurance companies often approach pediatric dog bite cases differently than adult cases. They know that juries tend to feel sympathetic toward injured children, which means these cases can be worth a lot. But they also know that families are under a lot of stress and might be willing to settle quickly for less than the case is truly worth.

Insurance adjusters might try several tactics:

  • Quick settlement offers: They might offer what seems like a lot of money right after the attack, before you fully understand the full extent of your child’s injuries.
  • Downplaying emotional pain: They might argue that children are “resilient” and will “get over” the emotional impact of the attack.
  • Questioning who’s responsible: Even in strict liability states, they might try to argue that your child was trespassing or provoked the dog.

When There’s No Insurance

Unfortunately, not everyone has homeowner’s or renter’s insurance. If the dog owner doesn’t have insurance coverage, your options become more limited:

  • Personal assets: You might be able to collect from the dog owner’s personal savings or property, but many people don’t have enough assets to cover serious injury claims.
  • Your own insurance: Your health insurance should cover your child’s medical expenses, and you might have additional coverage through your homeowner’s or auto policy.
  • Payment plans: In some cases, you might be able to work out a payment plan with the dog owner, though this is often not practical for large claims.

Building a Strong Case for Your Child

If your child has been attacked by a dog, there are steps you can take to protect their legal rights and build a strong case. Some of these things are time-sensitive, so it’s important to act quickly.

Immediate Steps After an Attack

1. Get medical attention first: This should be your top priority. Even if the injuries don’t look serious, children can go into shock or have internal injuries that aren’t immediately apparent. Dog bites also carry a high risk of infection.

2. Report the incident: Contact local animal control and file a police report. This creates an official record of the attack and might prevent the dog from attacking other children.

3. Document everything: Take photos of your child’s injuries, the spot where the attack happened, and the dog if possible. Get contact information for anyone who saw what happened.

4. Keep detailed records: Start a file with all medical records, police reports, and any letters or emails related to the attack. This will be super helpful later on.

Gathering Evidence

Medical documentation: Make sure all of your child’s medical treatment is properly documented. This includes not just the immediate emergency treatment, but ongoing therapy, follow-up appointments, and any referrals to specialists.

Witness statements: If anyone saw the attack, get their contact information and ask them to write down what they saw. Memories fade over time, so it’s better to get these statements sooner rather than later.

Dog’s history: Try to find out if the dog has a history of aggressive behavior or previous bites. This might involve talking to neighbors, checking with animal control, or looking into any previous insurance claims.

Photo evidence: Take photos of your child’s injuries as they heal. This might seem hard to do, but these photos can be important evidence of how serious and long-lasting the attack’s impact is.

Working with Medical Professionals

Follow all treatment recommendations: This might seem obvious, but it’s important that your child gets all the recommended medical treatment. Insurance companies will sometimes argue that injuries weren’t serious if the family didn’t follow through with treatment.

Think about psychological evaluation: Even if your child seems to be handling the attack well emotionally, consider having them evaluated by a child psychologist. Some emotional effects don’t show up immediately, and getting help early can be really useful.

Keep track of all expenses: This includes not just medical bills, but transportation to appointments, prescription costs, and any other expenses related to your child’s treatment.

The Role of Expert Witnesses

In serious pediatric dog bite cases, expert witnesses can really make a difference in proving your case and getting you the most compensation possible. These professionals can help explain complex issues to insurance companies, mediators, or juries.

Medical Experts

Plastic surgeons: If your child has facial injuries or scarring, a plastic surgeon can talk about the need for future surgeries, how likely permanent scarring is, and the impact on your child’s appearance.

Psychologists or psychiatrists: Mental health professionals can evaluate your child’s emotional pain and talk about the need for ongoing therapy or the long-term impact of the attack.

Pediatricians: A children’s specialist can explain how the injuries might affect your child’s development or quality of life as they grow.

Animal Behavior Experts

These professionals can look at how the attack happened and give opinions about:

  • Whether the dog showed signs of aggressive behavior before the attack
  • What might have caused the attack
  • Whether the attack could have been prevented with proper care
  • How likely the dog is to be aggressive again in the future

Life Care Planners

For children with serious, long-term injuries, a life care planner can help calculate the cost of future medical care, therapy, and other needs. This is particularly important in pediatric cases where the child might need care for decades.

Compensation in Pediatric Dog Bite Cases

The money you can get for damages in pediatric dog bite cases is often broader than what’s available in adult cases. This is because children have longer life expectancies and more time to live with the consequences of their injuries.

Medical Expenses

This category includes both past and future medical costs:

  • Emergency treatment: Ambulance rides, emergency room visits, surgery
  • Ongoing medical care: Follow-up appointments, physical therapy, prescription medications
  • Future medical needs: Additional surgeries, scar revision procedures, ongoing therapy
  • Psychological treatment: Counseling, therapy, psychiatric care

Pain and Suffering

Children can recover money for pain and suffering just like adults, but figuring out these damages can be more complex. Things that might affect pain and suffering awards include:

  • How serious and permanent the physical injuries are
  • The extent of emotional pain
  • The impact on the child’s daily activities and quality of life
  • The child’s age and how long they’re expected to live

Disfigurement and Scarring

Facial scarring and disfigurement can have a particularly big impact on children, who will have to live with these injuries for their entire lives. Courts recognize that scarring can affect:

  • Self-esteem and confidence
  • Social relationships
  • Future job opportunities
  • Overall quality of life

Future Earning Capacity

In cases involving serious injuries, you might be able to recover money for your child’s reduced ability to earn income in the future. This is obviously a guess about the future, but expert economists can provide testimony about how certain injuries might affect a person’s ability to earn money over their lifetime.

Parental Claims

Parents can also recover certain damages related to their child’s injuries:

  • Medical expenses: All costs related to your child’s treatment
  • Lost wages: Time you had to take off work to care for your child
  • Loss of services: The value of household help your child would have provided (this is more relevant for older children who help out)

Common Challenges in Pediatric Cases

Dog bite cases involving children present unique challenges that you and your attorney will need to be prepared to address.

Proving the Extent of Psychological Trauma

Unlike physical injuries, emotional pain can be difficult to document and prove. Children might not be able to explain their feelings, or they might seem fine initially but develop problems later. Some ways to deal with this challenge include:

  • Having your child evaluated by a qualified mental health professional
  • Documenting changes in behavior at home and school
  • Getting statements from teachers, family members, and others who interact with your child regularly
  • Using age-appropriate psychological testing and evaluation tools

Dealing with “It Was Your Child’s Fault” Arguments

Even in strict liability states, insurance companies might argue that your child contributed to the attack by provoking the dog or ignoring warning signs. These arguments can be particularly challenging when dealing with very young children who might not understand the idea of provocation.

Your attorney will need to be prepared to argue that:

  • Young children can’t be held to the same standards as adults
  • The child’s behavior was normal for their age
  • The dog owner should have expected that children might behave unpredictably around their dog

Calculating Future Damages

Predicting how a child’s injuries will affect them throughout their life needs careful analysis and expert testimony. This might involve:

  • Working with medical experts to understand the long-term outlook
  • Consulting with economists to figure out future earning potential
  • Getting testimony from life care planners about ongoing needs
  • Considering how the injuries might affect the child’s education and development

Working with Attorneys in Pediatric Cases

Not all personal injury attorneys have experience with pediatric dog bite cases. These cases need specialized knowledge and a different approach than typical adult injury claims.

What to Look for in an Attorney

Experience with kids’ cases: Ask potential attorneys about their experience specifically with children’s injury cases. These cases have unique legal steps and challenges.

Understanding of child development: Your attorney should understand how injuries might affect children differently than adults, and how trauma can impact a child’s development.

Connections for expert witnesses: Serious pediatric cases often need multiple expert witnesses. Make sure your attorney knows qualified medical professionals, psychologists, and other experts.

Patience and sensitivity: Working with injured children and stressed families needs a different approach than typical personal injury cases. Look for an attorney who shows patience and understanding.

The Attorney-Client Relationship in Pediatric Cases

In pediatric cases, the attorney technically represents the child, but they’ll be working mostly with the parents. This can create some interesting dynamics:

  • Communication: The attorney will need to talk with both the parents and the child (in ways that make sense for their age).
  • Decision-making: While parents make most decisions, the attorney’s main job is to act in the child’s best interests.
  • Settlement approval: As mentioned earlier, settlements in pediatric cases need a judge’s approval.

Contingency Fee Arrangements

Most personal injury attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they only get paid if they get money for your family. This is particularly important in pediatric cases, where families are often dealing with big medical expenses and might not have the money to pay hourly attorney fees.

Make sure you understand:

  • What percentage the attorney will take (typically 33-40%)
  • Whether the percentage goes up if the case goes to trial
  • Who pays for case expenses (expert witnesses, court costs, etc.)
  • What happens if no money is recovered

The Emotional Side of Pediatric Dog Bite Cases

Let’s be honest – dealing with a dog attack involving your child is emotionally devastating. As a parent, you’re dealing with guilt, anger, fear, and a whole range of other emotions while trying to make important legal and medical decisions.

Common Emotional Reactions

Guilt: Many parents blame themselves for the attack. “I should have been watching more closely.” “I should have known that dog was dangerous.” “I should have taught my child to be more careful around dogs.”

Anger: You might be furious at the dog owner, especially if you feel they were irresponsible or careless. This anger is normal and understandable.

Fear: You might develop your own fear of dogs, or become overly protective of your child. Some parents become afraid to let their children play outside or visit friends who have pets.

Overwhelm: Between medical appointments, insurance calls, legal consultations, and everything else, it’s easy to feel completely swamped by the process.

Taking Care of Yourself and Your Family

Get support: Consider family counseling or support groups for families dealing with trauma. Many communities have resources specifically for families dealing with dog attacks.

Don’t rush decisions: While some parts of your case are time-sensitive, don’t feel pressured to make big decisions before you’re ready. A good attorney will give you the time and information you need to make informed choices.

Focus on your child’s recovery: The legal case is important, but your child’s physical and emotional recovery should be the absolute top priority. Everything else can wait if necessary.

Talk with your child: Depending on their age, your child might have questions about what’s happening. Try to give them information in ways they can understand and reassure them.

Prevention and Moving Forward

While you can’t undo what happened to your child, understanding how to prevent future incidents can help you feel more in control and might help other families avoid similar situations.

Teaching Children About Dog Safety

Basic safety rules: Teach children to always ask permission before petting a dog, to approach dogs slowly and calmly, and to never bother a dog that’s eating, sleeping, or caring for puppies.

Reading dog body language: Help children recognize signs that a dog might be scared, angry, or uncomfortable – things like growling, raised fur, or backing away.

What to do if approached by an aggressive dog: Teach children to stand still, avoid eye contact, and speak in a calm, low voice. If knocked down, they should curl into a ball and protect their face and neck.

For Dog Owners

If you own a dog, there are steps you can take to prevent attacks:

  • Proper socialization: Introduce your dog to children, other animals, and various situations from an early age.
  • Training: Basic obedience training and, if needed, professional behavior help.
  • Supervision: Never leave young children alone with dogs, even dogs you trust completely.
  • Secure containment: Make sure your property is properly fenced and your dog can’t escape.
  • Know your dog’s limits: If your dog shows signs of aggression or fear around children, take the right precautions.

Getting the Help You Need

If your child has been attacked by a dog, you don’t have to handle this alone. There are resources available to help you deal with both the immediate crisis and the long-term consequences.

Medical Resources

Emergency care: Don’t hesitate to get immediate medical attention, even for seemingly minor bites. Dog bites have a high infection rate and can cause more damage than is immediately apparent.

Specialists: Depending on your child’s injuries, you might need to work with plastic surgeons, orthopedic specialists, neurologists, or other medical professionals.

Mental health professionals: Look for psychologists or psychiatrists who specialize in working with children and trauma. Many children benefit from therapy even if they don’t initially show signs of emotional distress.

Personal injury attorneys: Look for attorneys who have specific experience with dog bite cases and injuries to children. Many attorneys offer free consultations for these types of cases.

Legal aid organizations: If you can’t afford an attorney, there might be legal aid organizations in your area that can help with personal injury cases.

State bar associations: Your state bar association can provide referrals to attorneys who specialize in dog bite cases.

Support Resources

Support groups: Many communities have support groups for families dealing with dog attacks or other traumatic injuries.

Online communities: There are online forums and support groups where you can connect with other families who have gone through similar experiences.

Victim advocacy organizations: Some organizations specifically help victims of dog attacks and their families deal with the legal and emotional difficulties they face.

Why Choose McCormick & Murphy for Your Child’s Case

When your child has been injured in a dog attack, picking the right legal team can make all the difference, not just in the outcome of your case, but also in how your family gets through this tough time.

At McCormick & Murphy P.C., we get that pediatric dog bite cases need a special touch. Kirk McCormick and Jay Murphy have been handling personal injury cases since 1990, and over the years, we’ve built up the know-how and connections needed to really help children and their families in these tricky situations.

Here’s what makes us stand out when it comes to dog bite cases involving kids:

We Know Kids’ Cases: We’ve handled many cases involving children injured in dog attacks. We understand the unique medical, legal, and emotional challenges these cases bring, and we know how to build strong cases that truly account for your child’s long-term needs.

We Look at the Whole Picture: We don’t just focus on your child’s immediate injuries – we consider the long-term impact on their physical and emotional growth. We work with medical experts, psychologists, and life care planners to make sure we’re thinking about all of your child’s current and future needs.

We Connect with the Best Experts: Serious pediatric dog bite cases often need input from many different experts. We have good relationships with qualified medical professionals, child psychologists, animal behavior experts, and other specialists who can make your case stronger.

We Know Colorado Law Inside Out: As Colorado attorneys with over 60 years of combined experience, we have a deep understanding of Colorado’s dog bite laws and how they apply to cases involving children. We know how to work within the state’s legal system to get your family the most compensation possible.

We’re Sensitive to Family Needs: We understand that dealing with your child’s injuries is emotionally devastating. We approach these cases with the kindness and patience that families need during this difficult time. Our goal is to handle all the legal complexities so you can focus on your child’s recovery.

No Fee Unless We Win: We handle most personal injury cases, including pediatric dog bite cases, on a contingency fee basis. This means you don’t pay attorney fees unless we get compensation for your family. We understand that families dealing with a child’s injuries are often facing significant medical expenses and can’t afford to pay hourly legal fees.

Our office is conveniently located at 929 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80905, and we’re happy to meet with you at a time that works for your family’s schedule. We know that juggling your child’s medical appointments and recovery can make it tough to find time for legal consultations, so we’re flexible about scheduling.

You can get a better sense of how we help families by checking out reviews from others we’ve worked with.

Taking the Next Step

If your child has been attacked by a dog, time is important – not just for their medical recovery, but also for protecting their legal rights. While Colorado’s time limits give you more breathing room when a child is involved, evidence can disappear and memories can fade. The sooner you take action, the stronger your case is likely to be.

Here’s what you should do right now:

  1. Make sure your child is getting the right medical care: This includes not just treatment for physical injuries, but also psychological evaluation and support if needed.
  2. Document everything: Keep copies of all medical records, take photos of injuries as they heal, and keep a file of all expenses related to the attack.
  3. Contact an experienced attorney: Dog bite cases involving children are complicated, and you need an attorney who understands both the legal and practical challenges these cases present.
  4. Don’t talk to insurance companies without legal representation: Insurance adjusters might try to get you to settle quickly for less than your case is worth. It’s much better to have an attorney handle these conversations.
  5. Focus on your child’s recovery: While the legal case is important, your child’s physical and emotional healing should be your very top priority.

Remember, you don’t have to handle this alone. Dog attacks involving children are traumatic for the entire family, but with the right medical care, emotional support, and legal representation, your child can recover and your family can move forward.

The most important thing to understand is that your child’s case is unique. Every dog attack is different, every child responds differently to trauma, and every family’s situation is different. While this article gives you some general information about pediatric dog bite cases, there’s no substitute for getting personalized advice about your specific situation.

If you’re ready to take the next step, give us a call at (719) 800-9407. We’ll listen to what happened to your child, answer your questions, and help you understand your options. There’s no charge for this initial conversation, and you’re under no obligation to hire us. Our goal is simply to make sure you have the information you need to make the best decisions for your child and your family.

Your child’s future is so important. Let us help you fight for the compensation and fairness your family deserves, so you can focus on what matters most – helping your child heal and move forward with their life.