Dog Bite Cases, Laws & Tips
Posted on: January 10th, 2023
Colorado is an extremely dog friendly state. Not only do we have an abundance of homes with dogs as pets, but many businesses allow individuals to bring dogs on their premises. This is particularly common at many Colorado restaurants, especially at breweries and other establishments with outdoor patios. While allowing dogs in restaurants provides an…
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Posted on: December 9th, 2022
If you are injured in a dog bite attack, you may be wondering whether you need a rabies shot. The good news is that most domestic animals such as dogs and cats have received rabies vaccines, making the likelihood that they have rabies very low. While rare, it is possible for dog that bites you…
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Posted on: November 29th, 2022
Dog bite attacks are more common than many people realize. According to the CDC, over 4.5 million people are victims of dog bite attacks each year, and over 800,000 of these victims require medical attention. In many instances, these attacks are the result of negligence by the dog’s owner. Whether a dog attack is caused…
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Posted on: November 9th, 2022
If you’ve been injured in a dog bite attack, you may be entitled to recover compensation for your damages. Colorado dog bite laws establish strict liability for dog owners. This means dog owners are held liable for any damages related to an injury caused by their pet, regardless of whether the dog was known to…
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Posted on: October 9th, 2022
A dog park can be a great experience for you and your dog. Your dog gets to spend time off the leash away from home and can potentially socialize with some other dogs there. Unfortunately, a visit to the dog park can quickly turn into a nightmare if a dog attacks you, your child, or…
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Posted on: September 9th, 2022
An attack by a dog can be traumatic for the victim. In fact, assessment of children who were victims of dog bite attacks show that more than half of children have symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) between two and 9 months after their attack. The PTSD rates for adults are likely lower, but still…
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Posted on: August 9th, 2022
A dog bite attack could result in serious injuries to you or your child. These injuries might lead to significant, ongoing costs. Medical bills, lost wages, ongoing therapy, disfigurement, and diminished earnings can impact you for years to come. Colorado has a strict liability law for dog owners. But what if you were attacked by…
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Posted on: July 5th, 2022
Although most dog bites occur when people are at home or doing relaxing activities, some bites occur when a person is at work. In fact, Denver is 13th on the Postal Service’s ranking of cities for most dog bites. Nearly 30 postal workers experienced dog bite attacks in Denver in 2021, and it’s likely that…
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Posted on: May 25th, 2022
In general, it’s best to act quickly in any lawsuit, including a dog bite lawsuit. Evidence disappears: memories fade, blood washes out, and even wounds may heal, though not always fully. There is also a legal reason for acting quickly: a statute of limitations. For most personal injury lawsuits, you only have two years after…
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Posted on: April 27th, 2022
Service dogs are treated differently from other dogs. They get to go places where other dogs are not allowed. Because of this different treatment, it makes sense to wonder: Can I recover damages if I’m attacked by a service dog? The answer is “usually.” Although service dogs do get dispensation to enter places that dogs…
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