Jefferson County · Facial scarring
Lakewood Dog Bite Scarring Lawyers
Facial scarring from a dog bite in Lakewood? Free consultation. No attorney fee unless we recover for you.
Facial Scarring and Your Legal Claim
A dog bite to the face can leave lasting marks, and Colorado's dog bite statute recognizes serious permanent disfigurement as part of what counts as serious bodily injury. That matters for how your case is framed and what kind of injury you're dealing with under the law.
The statute itself covers the owner's liability for economic damages, things like medical bills and related costs. But scarring is a noneconomic loss, pain, disfigurement, the toll it takes on you day to day, and pursuing compensation for that typically means bringing a separate negligence claim alongside the statutory claim.
We build both pieces of the case together from the start. That means looking at how the dog got loose or was allowed to bite, what the owner knew or should have known, and how the injury has affected you, not just the medical costs but the visible, lasting result.
Documenting a Facial Injury Over Time
Facial wounds change as they heal, and that timeline matters. Photos taken right after the bite, during treatment, and as scarring develops give a clear visual record that words alone can't provide. We ask clients to keep taking photos even after the initial treatment ends, because scars can continue to change for a while.
Treating records are just as important. Emergency treatment notes, any documentation of infection, nerve involvement, or referrals for scar revision, all of it builds the medical picture. We gather these records as the case develops rather than waiting until the end, so nothing gets lost or forgotten.
- Photos of the wound starting right after the bite and continuing through healing
- Emergency treatment records and any follow-up care notes
- Documentation of infection or nerve-related symptoms
- Referral or consultation records for scar revision or reconstructive care
- Contact information for anyone who witnessed the attack
Handling Facial Bite Cases in Lakewood
We work with clients bitten in neighborhoods across Lakewood, from West Colfax Avenue and Wadsworth Boulevard to Kipling Street, and in nearby Golden and Wheat Ridge. Many facial bite injuries in this area are treated at CommonSpirit St. Anthony Hospital, and we know how to work with those treatment records as part of building your claim.
When a case needs to go to court, Jefferson County matters are handled through Jefferson County Courts in Golden. Our office is based in Denver, and we regularly handle claims for Lakewood residents from the first call through resolution.
What Damages May Be Available
- Emergency and follow-up medical treatment costs
- Costs related to infection or nerve injury treatment
- Future scar revision or reconstructive care
- Pain and suffering tied to disfigurement
- Impact on daily life and emotional well-being
What clients say about McCormick & Murphy
Real outcomes and reviews. Check Google reviews for the office that serves Lakewood — and read client testimonials.
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.
Lakewood Facial scarring FAQ
Does facial scarring automatically qualify 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 evaluate where your injury fits.
Will the dog bite statute cover pain and suffering from my scar?
The statute's owner liability provision addresses economic damages like medical bills. Compensation for pain and suffering tied to scarring is generally pursued through a separate negligence claim, which we can bring alongside the statutory claim.
What if my scar might need future surgery?
We don't promise a specific medical outcome, but we do work to document any recommendations for scar revision or reconstructive care from your treating providers. That documentation helps support a claim that accounts for care you may need down the road.
How important are photos in a facial scarring case?
Photos taken over time, from the initial injury through healing, are core evidence in these cases. They show the change in appearance in a way that's hard to convey through records alone.
Where was I likely treated if I was bitten in Lakewood?
Many Lakewood-area dog bite injuries are treated at CommonSpirit St. Anthony Hospital. We work directly with those treatment records as part of building your case.
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