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Old Colorado City Dog Bite Scarring Lawyers
Old Colorado City dog bite left facial scarring? Free consultation. No attorney fee unless we recover for you.
Facial Scarring Claims After a Dog Bite
Colorado's dog bite statute lets an owner be held liable for economic damages, including medical care, when a dog causes serious bodily injury without the victim provoking the animal. Serious permanent disfigurement can qualify as serious bodily injury under that standard, which matters when a bite leaves a visible mark on the face.
The statute itself covers economic loss like medical bills. Scarring is a noneconomic loss, meaning pain, suffering, and disfigurement, and pursuing compensation for that side of the injury typically requires a separate negligence claim against the owner rather than relying on the statute alone. We look at both angles from the start so nothing gets left out of your case.
We do not promise a particular outcome from any scar revision or reconstructive procedure. What we can do is build the record connecting the bite to the injury, the treatment that followed, and the visible result, then hold the responsible owner accountable for it.
Documenting the Scar From Day One
Facial scarring cases turn on photographs taken over time. A picture from the day of the bite, another during healing, and later images once the wound has settled all matter because scars can change in appearance for a long while after the initial injury. Treating records from every visit, including notes on infection, nerve involvement, or referral to a specialist, back up what the photos show.
If you sought care at UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central or another facility, we request the full chart, not just the discharge summary. Nerve injury and infection are often noted only in follow-up visits, so we track down every record connected to your treatment, including any referral for scar revision.
- Photos of the wound taken regularly as it heals
- Names and contact information for the dog's owner and any witnesses
- All medical records, including ER notes and follow-up visits
- Documentation of any infection or numbness near the bite
- Records of any referral for scar revision or reconstructive consultation
Handling Facial Scarring Claims Near Old Colorado City
We work with clients bitten along Colorado Avenue, near U.S. Highway 24, or in the residential blocks around 21st and 25th Streets. Dog bites here often happen during walks near shops and homes in the historic district, and a facial injury in this kind of public setting usually has witnesses we can track down quickly before memories fade.
Claims from this area, including nearby Manitou Springs, are typically handled through El Paso County Combined Courts. Our office is at 929 W Colorado Ave, close enough that meeting to review your medical records and photos in person is easy to arrange.
Losses We Evaluate in Scarring Cases
- Emergency and follow-up medical treatment
- Costs tied to infection or nerve injury care
- Scar revision or reconstructive treatment
- Pain, suffering, and disfigurement
- Lost time from work or school during recovery
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Old Colorado City Facial scarring FAQ
Does a facial scar automatically count as serious bodily injury under Colorado law?
Serious permanent disfigurement can qualify as serious bodily injury under the dog bite statute, but whether a particular scar meets that standard depends on the facts. We review your medical records and photos to assess where your injury fits.
Can I recover for the scar itself, not just my medical bills?
The statute covers economic damages like medical care. Compensation for the scarring itself, as a noneconomic loss, generally requires pursuing a separate negligence claim against the owner.
What if my scar changes in appearance over time?
That is common with facial injuries, which is why we recommend ongoing photos and follow-up medical visits. Documenting changes as they happen strengthens the record supporting your claim.
Do I need to see a specialist for a facial dog bite?
That decision is between you and your treating providers. If a referral for nerve evaluation or scar revision is recommended, we make sure those records become part of your claim.
Where would my case be handled if I was bitten in Old Colorado City?
Claims from this area are typically handled through El Paso County Combined Courts. Our office on West Colorado Avenue is nearby if you want to meet in person to go over your records.
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