Arapahoe, Adams, and Douglas counties · Facial scarring
Aurora Dog Bite Scarring Lawyers
Aurora dog bite scarring can mean months of care and a lasting mark; free consultation, no fee unless we recover.
When Facial Scarring Becomes a Legal Claim
A dog bite to the face can leave more than a scar. Puncture wounds, tissue loss, infection, and nerve damage are common, and the emotional toll of a visible injury is real. Under Colorado's dog bite statute, serious permanent disfigurement can qualify as serious bodily injury, which affects how the claim is framed from the start.
The statute's strict owner liability generally covers economic damages, things like medical bills and related costs. But scarring itself is a noneconomic loss, the pain, disfigurement, and impact on daily life, and pursuing full compensation for that often means bringing a separate negligence claim alongside the statutory one. We evaluate both angles in every facial injury case.
We do not promise how a scar will heal or what a revision procedure will achieve. What we can do is build a claim that accounts for the full arc of treatment, from the initial ER visit through any follow-up care, and make sure the person responsible for the dog is held accountable for what actually happened.
Proving a Facial Scarring Claim
Photographs are central to these cases. Images taken right after the bite, during healing, and months later show how the wound has changed and whether scarring is permanent. We work with clients to gather this visual record consistently, because a single photo rarely tells the whole story.
Treating records matter just as much. Emergency treatment notes, any documentation of infection or nerve involvement, and records from follow-up or scar revision consultations all support the claim. We do not estimate what future plastic surgery might cost; we rely on what the medical providers actually document and recommend.
- Photos of the wound from the day of the bite onward, taken regularly
- All emergency treatment records and discharge paperwork
- Notes on any signs of infection or numbness after the bite
- Contact information for any witnesses to the attack
- Records from any follow-up or scar-related medical visits
Handling Facial Bite Claims in Aurora
We see facial bite injuries reported from across Aurora, including areas along East Colfax Avenue, near Parker Road, and around the E-470 corridor. Many of these cases start with emergency care at UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital, and we work to obtain those records as part of building the claim.
Aurora spans Arapahoe, Adams, and Douglas counties, and a facial scarring claim arising here is typically filed at the Arapahoe County Justice Center. Our office is based in Denver, and we regularly handle claims for Aurora clients from initial consultation through resolution.
Losses We Evaluate
- Emergency and follow-up medical treatment
- Costs tied to infection or nerve injury care
- Scar revision or reconstructive treatment when recommended
- Pain, disfigurement, and emotional impact
- Lost time from work during 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.
Aurora Facial scarring FAQ
Does a facial scar automatically mean a bigger settlement?
Not automatically. The value of a claim depends on the medical documentation, the permanence of the scarring, and how it has affected the person's life. We build that picture with records and photos rather than assumptions.
Can I recover for the emotional impact of a visible scar, not just medical bills?
Colorado's dog bite statute mainly covers economic losses like medical care. Recovering for the emotional and disfigurement side of a facial scar often requires a separate negligence claim, which we evaluate alongside the statutory claim.
What if I need scar revision surgery later?
We factor in recommended future treatment based on what your medical providers document. We don't promise a specific outcome or invent a cost figure, but we do account for care that's reasonably indicated by the record.
I was bitten near East Colfax in Aurora. Where would my case be handled?
Aurora sits across Arapahoe, Adams, and Douglas counties, so the right venue depends on where the incident occurred. Many claims from Aurora are filed at the Arapahoe County Justice Center, and we sort out venue during your free consultation.
What should I do right after a facial dog bite in Aurora?
Get medical treatment right away and keep every record from that visit. Start taking photos of the wound as it heals and continue documenting it over time, since that visual record is often key to the claim.
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