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Monument Child Dog Bite Lawyers
Monument child dog bite lawyers for children hurt by a dog in Monument. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
Monument Child Dog Bite Claims Under Colorado's Dog Bite Statute
McCormick & Murphy are Monument child dog bite lawyers for children hurt by a dog bite. We file in El Paso County Combined Courts.
Colorado law, C.R.S. § 13‑21‑124, can apply to a child who was lawfully in a public place or lawfully on the dog owner's property when the bite happened and the bite caused serious bodily injury. We look at where the child was and what the statute requires before deciding how to frame the claim.
We do not assume a child cannot have contributed to what happened, and we do not apply a made-up age cutoff. We look at what the child was actually doing at the time, whether the statute fits, or whether a general negligence claim against the owner is the better path.
A parent or guardian typically needs to bring or manage a claim on behalf of a minor. We do not guess at the exact court procedure in advance; we walk families through what applies to their situation once we have the facts.
Documenting Scarring And Follow-Up Care After A Child's Dog Bite
Facial and body scarring on a child can change as the child grows, and treatment sometimes happens in more than one stage over time. We want records that show the initial injury, follow-up care, and any plan for future treatment, since a single set of records taken right after the bite may not tell the whole story.
The statute's noneconomic losses, including scarring, are not automatic just because the dog bit the child. In many cases we need to build a negligence claim alongside the statutory claim to pursue those losses, which means gathering witness accounts, photos over time, and medical documentation that connects the scarring to the incident.
- Photos of the injury taken soon after the bite and again as it heals
- Names and contact information for any adults who saw the incident
- Records from any medical visits, including follow-up appointments
- Notes on where the child was and what the child was doing beforehand
- Any contact information for the dog's owner or the property where it happened
Serving Monument Families Along I-25, Highway 105, And Second Street
We work with families in Monument and nearby areas along I-25 and Colorado Highway 105, including Second Street and Palmer Lake, where dogs are often kept outdoors or walked near neighborhood paths. Children can be lawfully in these public areas or lawfully visiting a home when a bite happens, and we look closely at those facts before evaluating a claim.
If your child was treated at UCHealth Memorial Hospital North in Colorado Springs or another facility, we help gather those records as part of the claim. Cases arising from these incidents may be handled through El Paso County Combined Courts, and our office at 929 W Colorado Ave in Colorado Springs is available for families who want to meet in person.
Investigating Monument Child Dog Bite Claims & Client Office Access
Monument child dog bite lawyers for children hurt by a dog in Monument.
- El Paso County Local Bite Evidence: We work with families in Monument and nearby areas along I-25 and Colorado Highway 105, including Second Street and Palmer Lake. Cases arising from these incidents may be handled through El Paso County Combined Courts.
- Office Access: Clients meet with our team at 7660 Goddard St Suite 245, Colorado Springs, CO 80920 ↗ — with home or hospital consultations available if severe injuries prevent travel.
Economic Losses And Recovery Costs In A Monument Child Dog Bite Claim
- Medical treatment already received for the bite
- Anticipated future treatment or follow-up care
- Scarring and its effect on the child
- Pain and distress the child experienced
- Any impact on the child's normal activities during recovery
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A passenger suffered traumatic brain, neck, and back injuries in a Colorado Springs intersection collision. After the carrier refused a fair number, a jury awarded $295,000 including interest and costs.
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Clear Answers On Monument Child Dog Bite Claims
Do I need Monument child dog bite lawyers after an injury?
Call Monument child dog bite lawyers when you were hurt, fault is disputed, or an insurer delays, denies, or offers less than the medical bills. The nearest office is at 929 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80905.
Can my child's dog bite claim fall under Colorado's dog bite statute?
It can if your child was lawfully in a public place or lawfully on the dog owner's property and the bite caused serious bodily injury. We review the specific facts of where your child was and what happened before determining how the statute applies.
Does it matter if my child was playing with or near the dog?
We look at what the child was actually doing at the time, not a fixed rule about age or behavior. This helps us decide whether the statutory claim fits or whether a negligence claim is a better fit for the facts.
Who brings the legal claim if my child was bitten?
A parent or guardian typically needs to bring or manage the claim on behalf of a minor. We don't guess at exact procedures in advance; we explain what applies once we know your family's situation.
Will my child automatically be compensated for scarring?
Not automatically. Scarring falls under noneconomic losses, which are not guaranteed under the statute alone, so we often need to build a negligence claim to pursue that part of the case.
What should I do if my child was bitten near Monument?
Get medical attention, take photos of the injury as it heals, and write down what happened and who saw it. Then reach out for a free consultation so we can review the facts and explain your options.
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