Fremont County · Facial scarring
Florence Dog Bite Scarring Lawyers
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Facial Scarring Claims After a Florence Dog Bite
A dog bite to the face can leave more than a physical mark. Serious permanent disfigurement can qualify as serious bodily injury under Colorado's dog bite statute, which matters for how the case is valued and pursued.
The statute's strict owner liability covers economic damages, including medical care tied to the bite. But scarring itself is a noneconomic loss, the kind of harm that often requires a separate negligence claim against the owner rather than resting on the statute alone. We look at both paths when we build a Florence client's case.
Facial bites often involve more than a cut. Infection, nerve damage affecting sensation or movement, and the need for scar revision down the road are all part of the picture. We do not promise a particular medical outcome, but we do make sure every stage of care is documented and accounted for in the claim.
Building the Record: Photos and Medical Records
Scarring cases are proven with a timeline. Photos taken right after the bite, during healing, and months later show how the injury changed and whether it left a lasting mark. Gaps in that photo record make a scar harder to prove later.
Treating records from CommonSpirit St. Thomas More Hospital in Cañon City and any follow-up providers form the medical backbone of the claim. We do not estimate what plastic surgery or scar revision might cost; we wait for actual treatment plans and billing before putting a number on that part of the case.
- Take clear photos of the wound right away and at regular intervals as it heals
- Follow up with every recommended appointment, including for nerve or infection concerns
- Ask your provider to document any signs of permanent scarring or nerve involvement
- Keep copies of all medical records and referrals related to the bite
- Note where the bite happened, whether Main Street, East 3rd Street, or elsewhere in Florence
Handling Florence Scarring Claims Locally
Florence sits along Colorado Highway 115 near Cañon City and Penrose, and we see dog bite cases arise across this stretch of Fremont County, from Main Street to residential areas off East 3rd Street. Wherever the bite happened, the claim typically moves through Fremont County Combined Courts in Cañon City if it can't be resolved beforehand.
We work with the medical documentation from CommonSpirit St. Thomas More Hospital and any specialists a Florence client sees afterward. Our office is in Pueblo at 301 N. Main Street, and we regularly handle Fremont County matters for clients throughout Florence and the surrounding area.
What a Scarring Claim May Cover
- Emergency and follow-up medical treatment for the wound
- Treatment for infection or nerve injury connected to the bite
- Future scar revision or reconstructive care, once actually recommended
- Noneconomic losses tied to permanent disfigurement
- Lost time from work or daily activities during recovery
What clients say about McCormick & Murphy
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A pickup hit me from behind on Hwy 50 east of Pueblo. The insurer offered $2,600. McCormick & Murphy helped with treatment, filed suit, and the case settled at mediation for $165,000.
C. O., Pueblo · Highway 50 crash
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its facts, coverage, venue, and evidence.
Florence Facial scarring FAQ
Does a facial scar automatically count as serious bodily injury under Colorado's dog bite law?
Serious permanent disfigurement can qualify as serious bodily injury under the statute, but whether a particular scar meets that standard depends on the facts. We review the medical records and photos to assess where a case fits.
Will the dog bite statute cover money for my scarring itself?
The statute's strict liability provision is aimed at economic damages like medical bills. Compensation for the scarring itself, as a noneconomic loss, often requires pursuing a separate negligence claim against the owner.
What if I need scar revision surgery later?
We do not promise any particular medical outcome, but we do track ongoing care needs. If a treating provider recommends scar revision, that becomes part of the damages we pursue.
How important are photos in a facial scarring case?
Photos taken soon after the bite and throughout healing are core evidence. They show the progression of the injury and help establish whether the scarring is permanent.
Where would a Florence dog bite lawsuit be filed?
Cases arising in Florence and the rest of Fremont County typically proceed through Fremont County Combined Courts in Cañon City if a resolution can't be reached beforehand.
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