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Colorado Springs Dog Bite Scarring Lawyers
Facial scarring from a dog bite in Colorado Springs? Free consultation. No attorney fee unless we recover for you.
Facial Scars and Colorado's Dog Bite Law
Colorado's dog bite statute holds owners liable for economic damages when a dog causes injury, and serious permanent disfigurement can qualify as serious bodily injury under that law. A facial scar that changes how someone looks, long-term, is exactly the kind of harm the statute contemplates.
The statute itself covers economic damages, things like medical bills and related costs. Compensation for the scar itself, the noneconomic loss of living with a permanent mark on your face, generally has to be pursued through a separate negligence claim against the owner. We look at both angles when we evaluate a facial scarring case.
We don't promise how a scar will heal or what a revision procedure will achieve. What we do is build the claim around your actual medical course, from the initial wound through any follow-up care, and hold the owner accountable for what happened.
Proving a Facial Scarring Claim
Photographs taken over time are central to this kind of case. Images from right after the bite, during healing, and months later show how the injury has changed and whether it's left a lasting mark. Treating records from providers who saw the wound, treated any infection, or addressed nerve involvement fill in the medical picture.
If the bite happened near UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central or CommonSpirit Penrose Hospital, those treatment records matter, along with notes from any follow-up visits, wound care, or referrals for scar revision. We gather this documentation early so nothing gets lost as care continues.
- Photograph the wound regularly as it heals, not just once
- Keep records from every provider who treated the bite or any infection
- Save discharge paperwork and any referral notes for follow-up or scar care
- Write down how the injury has affected daily life and appearance
- Keep the dog owner's contact and insurance information if you have it
Serving Facial Scarring Cases Across Colorado Springs
We meet with clients from Old Colorado City, Briargate, Broadmoor, Manitou Springs, and Fountain, and we're familiar with how these cases move through El Paso County District Court. Facial injuries often mean multiple medical visits over time, and we help clients track that care as it unfolds.
Our office is at 929 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80905. If getting to us is hard because of ongoing treatment or the injury itself, we can talk through options for meeting.
Losses We Look At in Facial Scarring Cases
- Emergency and follow-up medical treatment
- Infection care and related complications
- Nerve injury evaluation and treatment
- Scar revision or reconstructive care
- The lasting impact of a permanent facial scar
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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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Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its facts, coverage, venue, and evidence.
Colorado Springs Facial scarring FAQ
Can I recover for a facial scar under Colorado's dog bite statute?
The statute covers economic damages like medical bills, and serious permanent disfigurement can count as serious bodily injury. Compensation for the scar itself as a noneconomic loss typically requires a separate negligence claim, which we can pursue alongside the statutory claim.
What if my scar might improve with future surgery?
We don't predict medical outcomes, and no one can promise how a scar will respond to revision surgery. We build the claim around your documented treatment and let the medical records speak for themselves.
What kind of proof matters most for a scarring claim?
Photos taken at different points during healing and your treating medical records are the core evidence. Consistent documentation over time shows the injury's progression and its lasting effect.
Do I need to have seen a plastic surgeon already?
No. Some clients have already had scar revision consultations, others haven't gotten that far yet. We work with whatever treatment history you have and can factor in future care as it develops.
Where did the bite happen matters for my case?
We handle facial scarring claims from throughout the Colorado Springs area, including Old Colorado City, Briargate, Broadmoor, Manitou Springs, and Fountain. These cases are typically filed in El Paso County District Court.
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