Colorado Springs Dog Bite Attorney

Dogs have a reputation for being great family pets and friendly animals. Unfortunately, these animals can sometimes become aggressive and violent, resulting in dangerous animal attacks. If you sustained injuries in this situation, you could contact a Colorado Springs dog bite lawyer for help.

Our team at Zinda Law Group can help you build a legal claim for compensation. We provide a free initial consultation, allowing you to secure fast answers from a personal injury lawyer in Colorado Springs. We treat your needs seriously and always put you first.

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Can You File a Dog Bite Claim in Colorado Springs?

According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), about 39% of households in the United States own dogs. Dogs are like family to many people, so being faced with a dog bite attack is something many of us do not care to think about.

No one can deny, however, that dogs can sometimes be dangerous; some may bite, especially if they feel threatened. Whether it is someone else’s dog who bites you or your dog that bites another person, a dog bite can be terrifying.

If a dog attacks you, you may have a chance to seek an insurance settlement or file a dog bite lawsuit against the owner of the animal due to Colorado’s strict liability laws. You can discuss your eligibility for a claim with a Colorado Springs dog bite attorney.

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What Damages do You Get for a Bite Injury Claim?

Dog bite victims are entitled to financial compensation for any losses they suffered from a dog bite. Compensation may include medical expenses, rehabilitation and counseling costs, and lost wages if you cannot work because of the injury.

Lawyers calculate personal injury damages to include both the current and future costs. Victims of dog bites sometimes must undergo medical treatment for years, whether it is reconstructive surgery or continued mental therapy, increasing their economic damages.

Victims may also be able to claim pain and suffering, embarrassment for dealing with the scarring and disfigurement, loss of enjoyment of life, emotional distress, and mental anguish. Your Colorado Springs dog bite lawyer can discuss options for fair compensation.

Can You Get Punitive Damages in Colorado Springs?

In rare cases, you may be able to claim punitive damages. The court designs punitive damages to punish the owner for their behavior and to deter them and others from the same behavior. Punitive damages might be appropriate if the owner acted recklessly in allowing their dog to attack someone.

An experienced dog bite attorney in Colorado Springs, CO, can help you learn more about this form of compensation.

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How do Colorado Springs Dog Bite Claims Get Paid?

Homeowners’ insurance covers some dog bites. If you are the victim of a dog bite, it is essential to ask the owner if they have homeowners’ insurance. This circumstance is similar to a car accident, so you must call their insurance and possibly animal control to address it.

Most dog bites occur at houses rather than on streets, parks, and trails, so most victims know the dog’s owner who bites them. It is essential to get their information because you must name the dog’s owner to file a claim.

You can learn more about these claims with a Colorado Springs dog bite lawyer.

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Attorney

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How Long do You Have to File a Dog Bite Claim?

Colorado’s statute of limitations, or the time limit for filing a claim, is two years from the date of injury. After a dog bite, the timer starts, and you must file a claim within two years, or you will lose your right to recover compensation.

As time passes, you may find remembering details about the dog attack hard. It is essential to file a claim as soon as possible so that you and any witnesses can correctly recall all of the details of the event. Therefore, you may want to contact a dog bite attorney in Colorado Springs, CO, immediately.

Having a lawyer who is knowledgeable about the law will be helpful to your case. A dog bite injury can be an overwhelming and terrifying experience, so having the right person represent you can give you peace of mind.

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What Are Common Dog Bite Injuries?

According to the ASPCA, approximately 334,000 people visit the emergency room every year for dog bites in the United States.

Injuries from dog bites can cause not only physical injuries but mental trauma as well. Some of the most common injuries include:

A lasting fear of dogs (post-traumatic stress disorder)
Anxiety or depression resulting from the dog bite
Fractured bones
Infections such as rabies
Nerve damage
Permanent disfiguration
Puncture wounds
Scarring
Tissue loss
Wrongful death

An experienced dog bite lawyer in Colorado Springs can help you recover compensation for all these losses.

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What Should You Do After a Colorado Springs Dog Bite?

Many dog bites will require medical treatment if the bite is deep or if there are multiple bites. If a dog has bitten you, consider taking the following steps:

Calling 911
Identifying the dog
Collecting evidence
Reporting the dog bite
Contacting a dog bite lawyer for help

Your Colorado Springs bite injury attorney can help you deal with the insurance company, providing information about bite laws. We’re ready to hold the dog owner liable for the cost of your medical care, so contact us to discuss maximum compensation.

Get Help from a Dog Bite Lawyer in Colorado Springs

At Zinda Law Group, we have the knowledge and resources necessary to help you determine what to do next and to help recover the best possible outcome for your case. You can contact us today to start working with a Colorado Springs dog bite lawyer.

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