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If you’ve suffered from a dog bite injury, it is crucial to seek the services of an established and experienced legal team. Carlson Bier serves those who have been victimized by such incidents in Ursa with dedication and results-driven action. Dog Bite Injuries can cause severe physical trauma, emotional distress, medical bills, and loss of wages – all things that should be compensated for. Our attorneys understand Illinois’s complex laws surrounding dog bites, maximizing the chances for success in your case. With our proven track record dealing with these specific personal injury cases and commitment to clients’ well-being above all else, we strive to ensure every client gets the maximum compensation deserved after experiencing such a harrowing incident.

Trust Carlson Bier to use their comprehensive knowledge associated with Dog Bite Injuries law intricacies as your robust advocates – helping you navigate through this difficult time towards better tomorrows. Choose quality representation by choosing Carlson Bier because where there are teeth marks involved; justice shouldn’t remain elusive.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Ursa Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a dedicated group of personal injury attorneys based in Illinois specializing in different areas. One such area is Dog Bite Injuries, where our team has a wealth of experience and expertise to help you navigate your legal situation. Dog bites can cause devastating injuries that may result in emotional distress, physical scars, extensive medical treatment costs or even loss of work hours due to recovery.

A crucial aspect to understand when it comes to Dog Bite Injuries is the necessary course of action post-incident. Notifying your local authorities allows for an accurate report while also provides protection against future incidents with the same dog. Equally important is seeking immediate medical attention regardless of the severity of the injury; bacteria from a dog’s mouth can lead to severe infections if left untreated.

Illinois law generally holds dog owners strictly liable for injuries their pets cause as delineated under The Animal Control Act: “if a dog or other animal attacks or injures any person who is peaceably conducting himself/herself…” then the owner becomes responsible for damages caused by that dog – be it bite, knock-downs resulting in fractures etcetera. However, there are exceptions so understanding these laws in depth can greatly aid potential remedy efforts.

• Your Rights: As a victim, you have certain rights that must be upheld. You have the right to seek compensation for all damages including but not limited to emotional trauma, pain and suffering.

• Comparative Negligence: There’s no denying that some situations involve shared blame between parties involved but awareness about ‘comparative negligence’ where fault percentage might reduce recovered compensation could prepare you better.

• Defenses available: Knowing pitfalls too is essential because they can be exercised by offenders – trespassing victims don’t get compensated; neither do victims provoking animals before getting bitten among others.

In addition to this basic knowledge bank regarding Dog Bite Injuries law rights and expectations, well-rounded information about what to do if bitten or just how you can help a loved one who’s been bitten ensures that the process, which can be tedious and confusing at times, is traversed more smoothly.

Our team at Carlson Bier not only offers professional legal guidance but also personal support throughout the ordeal. We understand that such incidences can inflict havoc emotionally and therefore approach each case with sensitivity and empathy. It’s never easy when you’re aggrieved. But being equipped with necessary supporting knowledge for your circumstances certainly lightens this burden even as we fully commit to bringing justice – helping victims get compensated for all their loss and suffering.

Ensuring that our clients have comprehensive understanding of Dog Bite Injuries rules enhances their overall experience working with us because engaging in such law matters requires attention on multiple fronts: medical, insurance claim filings, potential court proceedings among others – aspects beyond mere legalities where too transparency becomes key factor easing this overwhelming journey ultimately.

We firmly believe anyone without basic background in legal matters should not face complexities without expert guidance; we strive to deliver exactly that through every interaction from initial consultation until settlement achievement or litigation conclusion as expected.

Dog bites change lives drastically – an aftermath putting victims through debilitating emotional trauma amid physical pain plus swelling healthcare costs likely depleting savings massively so why tread alone in these troubled waters while experienced support here guarantees compassionate handling ensuring all bases covered comprehensively till resolution satisfactorily reached.

It is essential now more than ever to seek out professional assistance in navigating your unique situation. To that end, we invite you to use our online contact form below. Receive a free evaluation from one of our experts who will provide insightful advice regarding your dog bite injuries incident specifically tailored according to facts involved therein equitably thereby reducing your stress significantly during such testing time substantially.

In wanting to ascertain possible recovery avenues don’t hesitate seeking insights customised particularly for yourself as clarifying doubts or simple assurance possibly help alleviate uncertainties pouring in faster than anticipations around such personal injuries might allow. We’re here to stand as your dependable legal allies through thick and thin invariably.

Therefore, if you or a loved one have suffered from a dog bite incident, we encourage you to click on the button below to learn more. Let our dedicated team at Carlson Bier assess your unique situation, understand all possible recovery paths and advocate on your behalf all while ensuring justice served equitably – prompt fair compensation for your pain too because closure begins with knowledge acquisition only.

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Notable Illinois Appellate Wins

Moruzzi v. CCC Servs., Inc., 2020 IL App (2d) 190411, 171 N.E.3d 61
Background: Insured motorist filed action against insurer for declaratory judgment seeking construction of automobile insurance policy issued to insured and that was in effect when insured was injured by an underinsured driver. The Circuit Court, DuPage County, Bonnie M. Wheaton, J., granted the insurer's motions for summary judgment. Insured appealed.Holdings: The Appellate Court, Zenoff, J., held that:1 medical payments reduction clause in automobile insurance policy conflicted with underinsured motorist provisions so as to render reduction clause ambiguous, and thus medical payment benefits were deductible from insured's damages;2 law firm representing insured did not create common fund or common funds when it reached settlement with underinsured motorist, and thus law firm was not entitled to recover fees under common-fund doctrine; and3 collateral estoppel did not bar automobile insurers from litigating whether common-fund doctrine applied in insured motorist's declaratory judgment action.Affirmed in part and reversed in part.
Maier v. CC Servs., Inc., 2019 IL App (3d) 170640, 132 N.E.3d 795
Background: After insured, who was injured in automobile collision with another driver, recovered full liability limits of driver's policy, she filed amended complaint for declaratory judgment against her own automobile insurer, alleging that insurer breached contractual duty to pay for insured's damages in accordance with uninsured/underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage in insured's policy and that insurer acted in bad faith in denying insured such coverage. The Circuit Court, La Salle County, Troy D. Holland, J., granted the insurer's motion to dismiss claims as time-barred. Insured appealed.The Appellate Court ruled that neither the insurer nor the insured could add amended policy provisions to the court record. It was decided that the policy's requirement for a written arbitration demand applied to both uninsured and underinsured motorist claims. The court found that a letter from the insured's attorney to the insurer wasn't a valid arbitration demand nor a proof of loss to toll the statute of limitations. Finally, the insurer was permitted to use the defense based on the two-year statute of limitations period. The court's decision was affirmed.
Econ. Premier Assurance Co. v. Country Mut. Ins. Co., 2021 IL App (1st) 192364-U
Holding: The circuit court's order that granted defendant's motion for summary judgment and denied plaintiff's motion for partial summary judgment was proper where defendant had no duty to indemnify its insured with respect to the underlying complaint and therefore plaintiff was not entitled to recover against defendant on its subrogation or unjust enrichment claims; affirmed.
Country Preferred Ins. Co. v. Westerheide, 2023 IL App (5th) 220343-U
Holding: The court affirmed judgment of the circuit court granting summary judgment in favor of the plaintiff where the defendant failed to make a written demand for arbitration within two years from the date of the accident as required by the underinsured provisions of the defendant's automotive insurance policy.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Olsak, 2022 IL App (1st) 200695, 216 N.E.3d 291
In a complex legal case, an insurer sought to avoid defending or indemnifying a hockey player under a policy issued to the player's stepfather after the player was sued for assaulting his coach. The initial Circuit Court ruling favored the insurer, but the Appellate Court reversed this decision, leading to a protracted legal battle. Ultimately, the Appellate Court determined the insurer was liable only up to the $3 million policy limit and found the insurer's four-year delay in seeking a declaratory judgment to be reasonable. This case highlights important aspects of insurance litigation and policy limit liabilities.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Durkin Elec. Co., Inc., 2022 IL App (1st) 210293-U, appeal denied, 199 N.E.3d 1187 (Ill. 2022)
Holding: The circuit court's order that denied plaintiff's motion for partial summary judgment and found that defendant was an additional insured under the policy was proper. The circuit court's order that denied defendant's motion for summary judgment and found that plaintiff did not have a duty to defend or indemnify defendant under the policy was proper; affirmed.
Country Preferred Ins. Co. v. Groen, 2017 IL App (4th) 160028, 69 N.E.3d 911
Background: Uninsured motorist (UM) carrier brought action against insured for declaratory judgment that it owed no benefits since workers' compensation received by insured exceeded policy limits. The Circuit Court, Sangamon County, Chris Perrin, J., entered summary judgment in favor of the carrier. Insured appealed.Holdings: The Appellate Court, Harris, J., held that:1 employer's medical payments entitled carrier to setoff, and2 setoff clauses were enforceable.Affirmed.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Frobish, 2021 IL App (3d) 190473-U
Holding: Allegations in the underlying complaint that a township employee caused property damage by excavating and digging out a ditch failed to impose a duty to defend under township employee's individual farm insurance policy.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Jones, 2018 IL App (1st) 173154-U
Holding: The judgment of the circuit court of Cook County is affirmed; plaintiff is entitled to summary judgment on its claim for a declaratory judgment that it has no duty to defend or indemnify its insured against the underlying complaint because the loss claimed in the underlying complaint is subject to an exclusion. The court held that it would also enter judgment for plaintiff because the underlying complaint does not allege an “occurrence” causing bodily injury within the meaning of the policy.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Schmitt, 2021 IL App (5th) 190173-U
Holding: The appellate court reversed and remanded the judgment of the circuit court where plaintiff had no duty to defend its insured and thus was not stopped from raising policy defenses to coverage for the underlying tort action contained in the amended declaratory action.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Livorsi Marine, Inc., 222 Ill. 2d 303, 856 N.E.2d 338 (2006) (the late Keith Carlson)
Liability insurer brought action against insureds for a declaratory judgment based on failure to provide timely notice of lawsuits against them. The Circuit Court, Cook County, Stephen A. Schiller, J., entered judgment for the insurer. Insureds appealed. The Appellate Court, Wolfson, J., 358 Ill.App.3d 880, 295 Ill.Dec. 665, 833 N.E.2d 871, affirmed. Leave to appeal was granted.Holdings: The Supreme Court, Garman, J., held that:1 if the insurer did not receive reasonable notice of an occurrence or a lawsuit, the policyholder may not recover under the policy, regardless of whether the lack of reasonable notice prejudiced the insurer, overruling Rice v. AAA Aerostar, Inc., 294 Ill.App.3d 801, 229 Ill.Dec. 20, 690 N.E.2d 1067, and Cincinnati Insurance Co. v. Baur's Opera House, Inc., 296 Ill.App.3d 1011, 230 Ill.Dec. 624, 694 N.E.2d 593, and2 insured did not need to prove that it was prejudiced by delayed notice of lawsuits.Affirmed.
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Dog Bite Injuries FAQ​

The most common causes of dog bite injuries in Chicago include:

  • Unprovoked attacks: These attacks occur when a dog bites someone with no warning or provocation.
  • Provoked attacks: These attacks occur when someone does something to provoke the dog, such as teasing it or trying to take its food away.
  • Territory guarding: These attacks occur when a dog bites someone who is entering its territory.
  • Motherhood protection: These attacks occur when a mother dog bites someone who is approaching her puppies.

If you are bitten by a dog in Chicago, you should:

  • Clean the wound immediately with soap and water.
  • Apply a bandage to the wound.
  • Seek medical attention immediately. Even if you don’t think your injuries are serious, it’s important to get checked out by a doctor.
  • Report the dog bite to the local animal control agency.

Dog bite injuries can have a number of long-term effects, both physical and emotional. Some people may experience chronic pain, scarring, or nerve damage. Others may develop a fear of dogs or other animals.

Illinois is a strict liability state when it comes to dog bites. This means that the owner of a dog is liable for any injuries caused by the dog, regardless of whether the owner knew the dog was capable of such behavior.

There are a few exceptions to this rule, such as if the person who was bitten was trespassing on private property or if the person provoked the dog.

Yes, you are entitled to compensation if you are bitten by a dog and have suffered injuries. You can file a lawsuit against the dog owner to recover your damages, such as medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

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Areas of Practice in Ursa

Bike Collisions

Dedicated to legal support for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or perilous conditions.

Flame Burns

Providing specialist legal help for people of grave burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Healthcare Incompetence

Offering experienced legal representation for patients affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Obligation

Dealing with cases involving defective products, delivering specialist legal help to individuals affected by faulty goods.

Aged Mistreatment

Representing the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble & Slip Occurrences

Skilled in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to victims seeking compensation for their losses.

Newborn Traumas

Offering legal support for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Mishaps

Mishaps: Devoted to supporting individuals of car accidents obtain just remuneration for wounds and losses.

Scooter Crashes

Focused on providing legal services for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for injuries.

18-Wheeler Collision

Ensuring professional legal representation for persons involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for hurts.

Building Site Mishaps

Focused on supporting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or misconduct.

Cognitive Impairments

Focused on extending specialized legal representation for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Bite Wounds

Skilled in addressing cases for individuals who have suffered harms from puppy bites or beast attacks.

Jogger Incidents

Committed to legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering damages.

Wrongful Passing

Advocating for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and skilled legal guidance to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Damage

Expert in defending patients with backbone trauma, offering expert legal guidance to secure justice.

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