If you sustained injuries after a dog bit or attacked you in an Aurora residence, dog park, or other location, an Aurora dog bite lawyer with Matlin Injury Law will help you explore your compensation options. You can pursue the dog owner for your lost income, medical bills, pain and suffering, and more. We represent dog bite victims, including parents on behalf of a child who was a dog bite victim.
A dog bite can cause injuries from the bite or a related fall that lead to long-term physical and psychological trauma. Our personal injury lawyers in Aurora will fight for monetary recovery for bite victims and their families.
Find out how we can get you more money, faster. Contact one of our team members today for your free consultation.
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Economic and Noneconomic Compensation for Dog Bite Victims
When we pursue compensation for you or an injured loved one after a dog bite or attack, we collect all the bills and other paperwork that document your economic damages, such as:
- Emergency care and hospitalization
- Future medical and rehabilitation bills
- Lost income and future earning ability
- Personal property repair or replacement
We also seek compensation for the psychological trauma caused by a dog bite. These noneconomic damages can include:
- Mental and emotional suffering
- Physical pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Our legal team will also seek compensation for disabling or disfiguring injuries that might require continued treatment after your case ends. The dog bite lawyer who manages your case will include these costs to ensure your dog bite claim is not undervalued or underpaid.
We Can Help You Avoid Misinterpreting Colorado’s Statute of Limitations
The personal injury statute of limitations (or filing deadline) in Aurora is generally two years, according to CO. Rev. Stat. § 13-80-102. If the dog bite victim was a minor when it occurred, the statutory filing date starts on their 18th birthday.
Filing your lawsuit on time is critical. Missing the statutory deadline means the court will not allow you to file your lawsuit. It could also lead the dog owner’s insurance company to stop negotiating, knowing you cannot fight for the compensation you deserve in court. However, our law firm can help you avoid these outcomes.
Colorado Law Takes Responsible Dog Ownership Seriously
CO. Rev. Stat. § 13-21-124 holds dog owners responsible for their pets’ actions. It allows dog bite or attack victims to bring a civil action seeking compensation. When we investigate your accident, we will:
- Prove you suffered serious bodily injury as defined by the statute
- Establish when and where the dog bite occurred
- Speak to eyewitnesses, dog behavior specialists, and medical experts
While we build your case and prove your right to recover damages, you can focus on your physical and emotional recovery. We will also identify all insurance policies we can pursue, including homeowners’ and pet liability policies.
Your Case File Will Prove the Dog’s Owner Is Liable for Compensating You
When you file a personal injury lawsuit without a lawyer in Colorado, you must simultaneously deal with your injuries and your claim. We understand the toll that can take on you physically and mentally as you recover from the incident, so let us take that burden off your shoulders.
When we manage your claim, we start by listening to your version of events. Then, we’ll start collecting evidence to back up your case. The evidence we gather for your case file will include the following:
- Police and animal control records that describe the incident and its immediate aftermath
- Medical records and bills that describe your injuries and their severity and costs
- Photos and video footage that depict your injuries and the incident scene
Our Aurora dog bite lawyers at Matlin Injury Law fight hard for the compensation you need and deserve. We’ll take care of all the details, including submitting your case file to the appropriate insurance company. Contact us today for a free review of your dog bite case.
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You do not have to deal with the dog owner or their insurance company alone. One of the benefits of hiring our dog bite team is our ability to communicate on your behalf. Our law firm will speak to all relevant parties in your case and take all of the following actions:
- Investigate the attack
- Document previous incidents involving the dog
- Gather physical evidence
- Compile supporting documents
- File your insurance claim
- File your lawsuit with the courts
- Handle all case-related paperwork
- Identify the appropriate insurer
- Negotiate a fair financial settlement
We also locate and interview witnesses who saw the attack or its immediate aftermath and medical experts who can validate the cause and effect of your bite injury.
See Why Personal Injury Clients Refer Others to Our Purposeful Law Firm
When personal injury clients talk about the benefits of working with our law firm, they leave online reviews like these:
- Dena W: “My family could not have worked with a more professional, engaged attorney … he is compassionate, professional, timely, and clearly explained the process each step of the way. We are all so thankful for Brian and his team.”
- Santina D: “My experience with Matlin Injury Law was so easy. Brian is great with communication and really cares about the health of his clients.”
We will work equally hard to ensure your case gets the time and attention to detail it needs and deserves. You’ll have direct access to your attorney, and we work on contingency, meaning we only get paid if we win for you.
Get a No-Cost Review of Your Dog Bite Case Now
If you or a loved one was the victim of a dog bite, our Aurora dog bite lawyers will pursue compensation on your behalf. We will take on the owner and their insurance company and fight for the best possible settlement.
Contact our team today to schedule your free, no-obligation consultation. Learn how hard Matlin Injury Law will fight for your financial recovery.
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