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Old Colorado City Child Dog Bite Lawyers
A dog bite injured your child in Old Colorado City? Free consultation. No attorney fee unless we recover for you.
When a Child's Dog Bite Claim Holds Up
Under C.R.S. § 13‑21‑124, a child who was lawfully in a public place or lawfully on the dog owner's property can bring a claim if the bite caused serious bodily injury. We look at where the child was and whether that location was one they had a right to be, whether as a guest, a visitor, or simply out in a public area of Old Colorado City.
We do not assume a child cannot have contributed to what happened, and we do not tell you there is a fixed age below which a child is automatically covered. Instead we look closely at what the child was doing in the moments before the bite and whether the facts fit the statute, a negligence theory, or both. Every case turns on its own facts.
Because a minor cannot bring a legal claim on their own, a parent or guardian typically needs to be involved in bringing or managing the case on the child's behalf. We can walk you through what that involvement looks like once we understand the facts of your child's injury.
Documenting a Child's Injury Over Time
Bites to a child's face or body can require more than one round of treatment as the child grows, and scarring that looks minor at first can change with time. We work to document the injury at each stage, not just the initial treatment, so the full picture of what your child has been through is part of the record.
Noneconomic losses like scarring and disfigurement are not automatically part of a claim brought under the dog-bite statute. In many cases we need to also pursue a negligence claim to reach those losses. We gather medical records, photos taken over time, and statements from those who witnessed the incident to support whichever legal path fits your child's situation.
- Photos of the wound taken right after the bite and at intervals afterward
- Names and contact information of anyone who saw what happened
- Records from any medical visit, including follow-up appointments
- Notes on what the child was doing and where, right before the bite
- Contact information for the dog's owner and any homeowner's or renter's insurance
Handling Child Bite Claims Near Old Colorado City
Families in the Old Colorado City area, including along Colorado Avenue, near U.S. Highway 24, and around 21st and 25th Streets, bring us dog-bite injuries involving children who were out walking, visiting a friend's yard, or at a family gathering. If your child was treated at UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central or another facility, we can help gather those records as part of building the claim.
Claims connected to incidents in this area, including nearby Manitou Springs, are generally handled through El Paso County Combined Courts. Our office is located at 929 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80905, close to the neighborhoods where many of these cases arise, and we meet with families to talk through what happened to their child.
What a Child's Claim May Cover
- Medical treatment already received and reasonably anticipated future care
- Scarring or disfigurement addressed through a negligence claim
- Pain and suffering tied to the injury and its treatment
- Costs associated with follow-up procedures as the child grows
- Other losses connected to the child's recovery and daily life
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Old Colorado City Child dog-bite injuries FAQ
Can my child's dog bite claim move forward if they were playing near the dog?
It depends on what the child was doing and whether they were lawfully in that public place or on the owner's property. We review the specific facts to see if the statute applies or if a negligence claim is a better fit. There is no fixed rule that automatically excludes a claim just because the child was playing nearby.
Do I have to file the claim myself instead of my child?
A parent or guardian generally needs to be involved in bringing or managing a claim on behalf of a minor. The exact process depends on the situation, and we can explain what that looks like once we know more about your child's case.
Will my child automatically get compensation for scarring?
Not automatically. The dog-bite statute covers certain damages, but noneconomic losses like scarring often require pursuing a separate negligence claim. We evaluate whether that path applies based on the injury and how it happened.
What if the scar looks small now but could change as my child grows?
That is a real concern with pediatric scarring, and it's part of why we document the injury over time rather than just at the initial visit. Ongoing photos and medical follow-up help build a fuller record of how the injury develops.
How much does it cost to talk to your firm about my child's case?
The consultation is free, and we do not charge an attorney fee unless we recover money for you. You can talk with us about what happened before deciding how to move forward.
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