Adams and Weld counties · Facial scarring
Thornton Dog Bite Scarring Lawyers
Facial scarring from a dog bite in Thornton? Free consultation. No attorney fee unless we recover for you.
Facial Scarring Claims After a Dog Bite
Colorado's dog bite statute treats serious permanent disfigurement as part of what counts as serious bodily injury. That matters because it shapes how a facial scarring case gets evaluated from the start, especially when the bite happened on a child or in a visible area of the face.
The statute's strict owner liability covers economic damages, including medical care tied to the bite. Scarring itself is often a noneconomic loss, meaning the pain, disfigurement, and lasting appearance change may need to be pursued through a separate negligence claim against the owner, not just the statutory claim.
We build both pieces of the case together where the facts support it: the statutory claim for medical bills and related costs, and a negligence claim addressing the scarring and its effect on the person's life. Every case is different, and we do not promise a particular outcome for scar treatment or appearance.
Proving the Scarring and the Injury
Photographs taken at different stages, from the initial wound through healing and any revision work, are central to showing how the scar developed and what it looks like now. Treating records from emergency care, follow-up visits, and any specialist referrals for infection or nerve involvement fill in the medical picture.
Because facial wounds carry higher risk of infection and nerve damage, records documenting those complications matter too. We gather this evidence early, while memories are fresh and photos are easy to obtain, and we do not speculate about future costs like plastic surgery that have not yet been discussed with a treating provider.
- Photos of the wound taken regularly as it heals
- Emergency room and follow-up treatment records
- Any referral or note about infection or nerve injury
- Contact information for witnesses to the bite
- Records or estimates for any scar revision consultation
Handling Thornton Dog Bite Cases
We take facial scarring cases from across Thornton, including areas near I-25, E-470, 104th Avenue, Washington Street, and Northglenn. Many clients receive initial treatment at HCA HealthONE North Suburban Medical Center, and we work with those records as part of building the claim.
Depending on where the bite happened, a case may be filed in Adams County or Weld County, since Thornton sits across both. We're based in Denver and handle these matters throughout the Adams County Justice Center and Weld County Combined Courts.
Losses We Evaluate
- Emergency and follow-up medical treatment
- Infection treatment and related care
- Nerve injury evaluation and treatment
- Scar revision or reconstructive consultation
- Pain, disfigurement, and impact on daily life
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.
Thornton Facial scarring FAQ
Does a facial scar automatically qualify as serious bodily injury under Colorado's dog bite law?
Serious permanent disfigurement can fall under the statute's definition of serious bodily injury, but every case depends on its specific facts. We review the medical records and the extent of the scarring to see how the case fits the law.
Will the dog bite statute cover compensation for my scarring itself?
The statute's strict liability provision is aimed at economic damages like medical bills. The scarring and its personal impact are often pursued through a separate negligence claim against the dog owner.
What if my scar might need future surgery?
We document any recommendations from treating providers about scar revision or reconstructive care, but we don't promise a specific medical outcome or cost. Those decisions rest with your treating physicians.
Where would my case be filed if I was bitten in Thornton?
Thornton spans both Adams and Weld counties, so filing location depends on where the bite occurred. Cases may proceed in the Adams County Justice Center or Weld County Combined Courts.
What should I do right after a facial dog bite?
Get medical treatment promptly and keep records from every visit. Take photos of the wound as it heals and hold onto contact information for anyone who witnessed the incident.
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