Dog Bite Lawyers

in Denver and throughout Colorado and Wyoming

Dog bites are a tragically common injury-according to some estimates, as many as 2% of Americans are bitten by dogs every year. Most pet owners are responsible and considerate. Unfortunately, however, all too many owners knowingly harbor dangerous dogs and do little to control or restrain them. This negligence and lack of concern puts every member of the public at risk.

While anyone can be victim of a dog attack, the most frequent and most vulnerable victims are children. Of the dog bites requiring hospitalization, over 75% of the victims are children and almost 80% of those involve bites to the head and face.

While these injuries are common, there is nothing common about individual dog bite incidents. Each case has its own unique set of facts and circumstances that may affect the settlement or the judgment.

Depending on your case and on local laws, some of the factors affecting your case might include:

Dog breed. Certain cities in Colorado, including Denver, have banned several specific breeds of dog. Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, German Shepherds, Chows and Dobermans are considered most dangerous.
One bite free vs. strict liability. Colorado recently eliminated its controversial "one bite free" rule, which provided dog owners some immunity under the law if it could be shown that they had no indication prior to the attack that their dog was dangerous. Under the new strict liability laws, dog owners can be held responsible for damages the first time their dog attacks someone.
Individual circumstances. Each case in unique, and in every case, the facts will need to be reviewed carefully. Where was the victim? Where was the dog? Where was the dog's owner? Did the victim do anything to provoke the dog? How serious were the injuries?

Frequently Asked Questions About Dog Bite Lawsuits

Verdicts and Settlements

If you or a family member was injured in a dog attack in Colorado or Wyoming, you should retain experienced dog bite lawyers. You may be entitled to damages for both physical and emotional scarring. Our dog bite lawyers can get you the damages you deserve.

To schedule your free consultation with our dog bite lawyers, please call or email our offices today. We represent dog bit victims in Colorado, Wyoming and throughout the Rocky Mountains.

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