Teller County · Child Dog-Bite Injuries
Woodland Park Child Dog Bite Lawyers
Woodland Park child dog bite lawyers for children hurt by a dog in Woodland Park. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
Child Dog Bite Claims Under Colorado Law in Woodland Park
McCormick & Murphy are Woodland Park child dog bite lawyers for children hurt by a dog bite. We file in Teller County Combined Courts.
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 they were doing at the time, whether that was along U.S. Highway 24, near Colorado Highway 67, or in a neighborhood around Baldwin Street or Midland Avenue.
We do not assume a child cannot have contributed to what happened, and we do not apply a fixed age rule. Instead we review the facts of what the child was doing, whether the statute fits, and whether a negligence claim against the owner is the better or additional path.
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 can walk your family through what that involves once we know the details of the incident.
Documenting Your Child's Scarring And Recovery Over Time
Children's injuries, especially facial and body scarring, do not always look the same right away as they will years later. If your child was treated at UCHealth Pikes Peak Regional Hospital or by a follow-up provider, we want copies of those records along with any notes about future treatment, since scarring in a growing child can require more than one stage of care.
Photos taken soon after the bite and periodically afterward help show how a scar or injury has changed as your child has grown. We also gather witness accounts from anyone who saw the incident, whether it happened near Manitou Springs, along a Woodland Park trail, or at a private residence, to help establish what the dog was doing and where the child was.
- Photos of the wound and any scarring, taken at intervals as your child heals
- Medical records from any hospital or follow-up provider your child saw
- Names and contact information for anyone who witnessed the bite
- Notes on where the bite happened, including cross streets or landmarks
- Any communication with the dog owner or their insurer
Was Your Child Bitten Near U.S. Highway 24 Or Baldwin Street?
If your child's case needs to go through the court system, that typically happens in Teller County Combined Courts. We handle the filings and procedural steps so your family can focus on your child's recovery instead of paperwork.
Our office is at 929 W Colorado Ave in Colorado Springs, a short drive from Woodland Park, and we meet with families from throughout the U.S. Highway 24 corridor, Colorado Highway 67, and surrounding areas including Manitou Springs.
Investigating Woodland Park Child Dog Bite Claims & Client Office Access
Woodland Park child dog bite lawyers serving families throughout Teller County when a child is injured by a dog. We review claims under Colorado statute C.R.S. § 13-21-124 and negligence law, file in Teller County Combined Courts, and meet families from the U.S. Highway 24 corridor at our Colorado Springs office.
- Teller County Local Bite Evidence: We gather witness accounts from anyone who saw the incident, whether it happened near Manitou Springs, along a Woodland Park trail, or at a private residence. We preserve photos of the wound and scarring taken at intervals, medical records from UCHealth Pikes Peak Regional Hospital or follow-up providers, and notes on where the bite occurred including cross streets or landmarks.
- Office Access: Clients meet with our team at 929 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80905 ↗ — with home or hospital consultations available if severe injuries prevent travel.
Medical Expenses And Other Losses In Woodland Park Child Bite Cases
- Medical bills for emergency treatment and follow-up care
- Future medical costs tied to scar revision or ongoing treatment
- Pain and suffering connected to the injury and recovery
- Scarring and disfigurement, which may require a negligence claim rather than the statute alone
- Other losses tied to the specific facts of your child's case
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Answers About Filing A Child Dog Bite Claim In Woodland Park
Do I need Woodland Park child dog bite lawyers after an injury?
Call Woodland Park child dog bite lawyers when you were hurt, fault is disputed, or an insurer delays, denies, or offers less than the medical bills. The nearest office is at 929 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80905.
Can my child's claim proceed if they were playing with the dog before the bite?
It depends on the facts. We look at what your child was doing, whether they were lawfully present, and whether the statute or a negligence claim better fits the situation. We won't know until we review the details with you.
Do I have to file the claim myself since my child is a minor?
In most cases a parent or guardian needs to bring or manage the claim on the child's behalf. We can explain what that looks like in your specific situation once we have the facts.
Will my child automatically recover money for a facial scar?
Not automatically. Scarring and other noneconomic losses often require a negligence claim in addition to, or instead of, the statutory claim, so we evaluate each case individually.
What if the scar looks different as my child grows older?
That's common with childhood scarring, which is why we recommend ongoing photos and medical follow-up. We factor future treatment needs into how we evaluate the claim.
Where would a lawsuit for my child be filed?
If the case needs to go to court, it would typically be filed in Teller County Combined Courts. We handle those filings and can explain the process as it applies to your family.
Nearest McCormick & Murphy office
Colorado Springs — Downtown
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