Scarring and Disfigurement

Dog bites, windshield glass, burns, and surgery can all leave scars. Location, size, and whether the scar is on a visible area of the body often affect how people experience it. See dog attacks and burns. Children may need later revision as they grow; see claims involving children.

Documenting Scarring and Disfigurement

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Related resources

• Burn Injuries — Burn Injuries

  Burn injuries vary in depth, size, location, and cause. More serious burns may require specialized treatment, surgery, skin grafting, rehabilitation, or follow-up care. Medical records and photographs can become important in documenting the injury and recovery.

• Dog Bite and Attack Claims — Dog Bite and Attack Claims

  Dog-bite and attack liability depends on the state and the circumstances of the incident. Relevant issues can include where the attack occurred, whether the injured person had a legal right to be there, provocation, the owner’s knowledge of dangerous behavior, and applicable leash or animal-control rules. Seek appropriate medical care promptly because bites can involve infection, scarring, and other injuries.

• Injury Claims Involving Children — Injury Claims Involving Children

  When a child is injured, the legal claim and settlement process can involve protections and procedures that do not apply to an adult’s claim. Depending on the state and the circumstances, court approval or other legal steps may be required before a settlement is final.

• Pain and Suffering in Injury Claims — Pain and Suffering in Injury Claims

  Pain and suffering refers to non-economic harm such as physical pain, limitations, and loss of enjoyment of life. These damages are evaluated from the facts of the case, including the nature of the injury, treatment, recovery, and effect on daily life.