Jesse Schaffer, a 7-year-old boy from Ft. Lupton, CO, was rushed to the hospital by helicopter last weekend after being attacked by a local dog.
Schaffer was playing football with his friends at the time of the incident. He ran behind a shed to retrieve the football and was bitten in the face by the dog. Schaffer needed emergency surgery on his face and head to heal the wounds from the dog bite.
The dog’s owners received citations for not having a dog license, not having rabies shots, and for having a dangerous animal. They have expressed concern for Schaffer and have fully cooperated with the investigation.
It is still uncertain what caused the dog to attack the young boy. Schaffer’s family has not indicated whether or not they will file a personal injury lawsuit against the dog’s owners for the incident.
It is important to consult with an experienced personal injury attorney if you have been attacked by a dog. You may be eligible to collect damages to compensate you for your injuries and emotional trauma.
If you have been the victim of a dog bite in the Denver, Colorado area, please contact the law offices of Burg Simpson Eldredge Hersh & Jardine, P.C. today to schedule an initial consultation.
