Weld County · Facial scarring
Greeley Dog Bite Scarring Lawyers
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Facial Scarring and the Colorado Dog Bite Claim
Colorado's dog bite statute makes an owner liable for economic damages when a dog causes serious bodily injury, and serious permanent disfigurement can fall within that definition. A facial bite that leaves a lasting mark or scar is the kind of injury the statute was built to address, but the statute itself is aimed at economic losses like medical bills and lost income.
Scarring is often treated as a noneconomic loss, meaning pain, suffering, and disfigurement. To recover for that piece of the harm, a separate negligence claim against the owner may be necessary alongside the statutory claim. We look at how the dog was kept, whether the owner knew of any risk, and how the incident happened to decide what claims fit the facts.
Every scarring case is different. Some involve a single laceration that heals with a thin line, others involve infection, nerve damage, or repeated procedures. We do not promise a particular medical result, but we do build the claim around what actually happened to the client and what the records and photos show over time.
Building the Record for a Scarring Claim
Photographs are central to a facial scarring claim. Images taken right after the bite, during healing, and months later show how the injury changed and whether it left a permanent mark. Treating records from emergency care through any follow-up visits fill in the medical picture, including notes on infection risk, nerve involvement, or referrals for further treatment.
We gather these records methodically and keep them organized as the case develops. We do not estimate the cost of future scar revision or plastic surgery without a basis in the medical record; instead, we rely on what treating providers actually document and, where appropriate, further evaluation to support the claim.
- Photos of the wound taken as soon as possible and at intervals afterward
- All emergency and follow-up treatment records
- Names of witnesses who saw the dog or the incident
- Contact and insurance information for the dog's owner
- Any written communication with the owner or their insurer
Handling Scarring Claims in Greeley and Weld County
We work with clients bitten in Greeley neighborhoods along 10th Street, 47th Avenue, and near U.S. Highway 34, as well as in nearby Evans and Windsor. Facial bite injuries in this area are often treated initially at Banner North Colorado Medical Center, and those records become an important part of the claim.
When a claim needs to be filed, it goes through Weld County Combined Courts. Our office is based in Denver, and we handle Greeley-area scarring cases remotely and in person as needed, coordinating with local providers and the court to keep the case moving.
What a Scarring Claim May Cover
- Emergency and follow-up medical treatment
- Treatment for infection or nerve injury from the bite
- Future scar revision or reconstructive care where documented
- Pain, suffering, and disfigurement
- Lost income during treatment and recovery
What clients say about McCormick & Murphy
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After I was hit by a drunk driver with no insurance, my own insurer refused UM benefits. McCormick & Murphy sued for uninsured motorist benefits and bad faith. A jury awarded me over $900,000.
C. O., Denver · UM / bad-faith verdict
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its facts, coverage, venue, and evidence.
Greeley 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 not every scar meets that standard. It depends on the severity and permanence of the mark. We review the medical records and photos to assess where a particular injury fits.
Can I recover for the scar itself, not just my medical bills?
The dog bite statute covers economic damages like medical care, but compensation for the scar as pain and suffering typically requires a separate negligence claim against the owner. We evaluate the facts to determine what claims apply.
What if my scar might need more treatment later?
We do not promise a specific medical outcome or estimate surgery costs without medical support. We work with treating providers and the records available to reflect the ongoing nature of the injury as accurately as possible.
Where would a Greeley dog bite scarring case be filed?
Cases in Greeley are handled through Weld County Combined Courts. We manage the process from our Denver office and coordinate with clients and providers in the Greeley area.
What evidence matters most for a facial scarring claim?
Photographs taken over time and complete treatment records from places like Banner North Colorado Medical Center are the core proof. Witness accounts and documentation of the owner's dog also help establish the claim.
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