Pueblo County · Child Dog-Bite Injuries
Pueblo Child Dog Bite Lawyers
Pueblo child dog bite lawyers for children hurt by a dog in Pueblo. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
Child Dog Bite Claims Under Colorado's Child-Injury Statute
McCormick & Murphy are Pueblo child dog bite lawyers for children hurt by a dog bite. We file in Pueblo County District Court.
Colorado law, C.R.S. § 13‑21‑124, can apply when a child was lawfully in a public place or lawfully on the dog owner's property and the bite caused serious bodily injury. We look closely at where the child was and what was happening at the time, whether that's a Pueblo West backyard, a Bessemer sidewalk, or a friend's home near Belmont.
We do not assume a child is too young to have provoked a dog, and we do not assume a child is automatically covered just because of age. Instead we review what the child was actually doing when the bite happened, and whether the facts fit the statute, a negligence claim, or both. Every case has its own facts, and we walk through them with the family before deciding how to proceed.
Because the injured person is a minor, a parent or guardian typically needs to bring or manage the claim on the child's behalf. We help families understand what that involves and work with them through the Pueblo County District Court process as the case moves forward.
Documenting Scarring And Medical Care As Your Child Heals
Bites to a child's face or body can leave scarring that changes as the child grows, sometimes requiring more than one round of treatment. Records from providers such as CommonSpirit Parkview Medical Center, along with follow-up visits, photos, and notes on how the scar has changed, all help build a clear picture of what the child has been through and what may still lie ahead.
The statute's noneconomic damages provisions are not automatic, which means scarring and related suffering may need to be pursued through a negligence claim rather than assumed as part of a statutory recovery. We gather school records, witness statements, and medical documentation to support that kind of claim when the facts call for it.
Investigating Pueblo Child Dog-Bite Claims & Main Street Office Access
R.S. § 13‑21‑124, a negligence claim, or both.
- Neighborhood-Specific Evidence Gathering: We work with families across Pueblo West, Bessemer, Downtown Pueblo, and Belmont to document where the bite happened and what the child was doing beforehand. Each neighborhood's mix of housing and public spaces matters to how the claim is built, and we collect witness statements and location details accordingly.
- Parkview Records & Ongoing Scar Documentation: We obtain records from providers such as CommonSpirit Parkview Medical Center and gather photos, follow-up visit notes, and documentation of how scarring changes as the child grows. Because scarring may need to be pursued through a negligence claim rather than assumed under the statute, ongoing medical records and future treatment plans become essential to support the full claim in Pueblo County District Court.
- Office Access: Clients meet with our team at 301 N. Main Street, Pueblo, CO 81003 ↗ — with home or hospital consultations available if severe injuries prevent travel.
Strong documentation builds a clearer picture of what your child has been through and what treatment may still lie ahead. Use this checklist to preserve the evidence that matters most in Pueblo County District Court.
- Photos of the injury and any scarring, taken at intervals as it heals
- Medical records from CommonSpirit Parkview Medical Center and every provider who treated the child
- Notes on where the bite happened—Pueblo West backyard, Bessemer sidewalk, Belmont home, or other location
- Names of any adults or other children who witnessed the bite
- Documentation of what the child was doing immediately before the bite occurred
- Follow-up appointment records and recommendations for future treatment
- School records that show impact or absences related to the injury
- Notes on how the scar has changed over time as your child grows
- Records of any scar revision procedures or staged treatment plans
- Documentation of counseling or emotional support related to the incident
- Travel receipts and costs for specialized treatment
- Witness statements describing the circumstances of the attack
Our Pueblo office at 301 N. Main Street can review your documentation during a free consultation and guide you through the Pueblo County District Court process.
Serving Families In Pueblo West, Bessemer, Downtown Pueblo, And Belmont
We work with families across Pueblo, including those in Pueblo West, Bessemer, Downtown Pueblo, and Belmont, whose children were bitten at a home, a park, or a neighbor's yard. Each neighborhood has its own mix of housing and public spaces, and where the bite occurred matters to how the claim is built.
Our office is at 301 N. Main Street, Pueblo, CO 81003, and we're available to meet with parents to go over what happened and what the family needs going forward. Claims involving minors filed in Pueblo County District Court have their own procedural steps, and we guide families through each one.
Medical Care, Scar Revision, And Counseling Costs For Your Child
- Past and future medical treatment, including staged scar revision
- Costs tied to ongoing monitoring as the child grows
- Pain and suffering tied to the injury and its aftermath
- Counseling or emotional support related to the incident
- Travel and related costs for specialized treatment
What clients say about McCormick & Murphy
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A pickup hit me from behind on Hwy 50 east of Pueblo. The insurer offered $2,600. McCormick & Murphy helped with treatment, filed suit, and the case settled at mediation for $165,000.
C. O., Pueblo · Highway 50 crash
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its facts, coverage, venue, and evidence.
Questions We Hear From Pueblo Families About Child Dog Bite Claims
Do I need Pueblo child dog bite lawyers after an injury?
Call Pueblo child dog bite lawyers when you were hurt, fault is disputed, or an insurer delays, denies, or offers less than the medical bills. The Pueblo office is at 301 N. Main Street, Pueblo, CO 81003.
Can my child's dog bite claim proceed even if they were on the dog owner's property?
It can, as long as the child was lawfully on the property and the bite caused serious bodily injury under the statute. We review the details of the visit and where your child was allowed to be at the time.
Does it matter what my child was doing when the dog bit them?
Yes. We look at what the child was doing beforehand, since that can affect whether the statute applies or whether a negligence claim fits better. We don't assume young children can't have contributed to what happened, but we also don't assume the opposite.
Who actually brings the legal claim if my child was bitten?
A parent or guardian typically needs to bring or manage the claim on the child's behalf. We can walk you through what that looks like once we understand your child's situation.
Will scarring automatically be included in my child's recovery?
Not automatically. The statute's noneconomic damages provisions have limits, so scarring and similar losses may need to be pursued through a separate negligence claim depending on the facts.
What if my child's scar changes as they get older?
That's common with childhood scarring, and it's part of why we encourage ongoing documentation and follow-up medical records. We factor future treatment needs into how we approach the claim.
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