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Experiencing a dog bite injury in Alton, Illinois requires immediate attention from skilled legal experts. Carlson Bier steps up as the best advisory partner to turn to for this specific type of personal injury case. With stalwart dedication towards securing maximum compensation for victims, our team utilizes exemplary expertise within Illinois legislation boundaries related exclusively to dog bite injuries. Our law firm is assertive when demanding justice and restitution for the physical and psychological damages encountered by victims of these incidents. A proven track record with victorious outcomes attests to our unwavering commitment and proficient handling of such cases statewide. Skilled negotiation techniques minimize stress while endeavoring for justifiable settlements without resorting unnecessarily to courtroom trials – yet we are prepared if it comes down that path! Choosing Carlson Bier translates into choosing professionalism along with deep-seated compassion on the way towards optimal recovery—physically, emotionally, legally—for every Alton resident impacted by dog bite injuries.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Alton Illinois

At the distinguished law firm of Carlson Bier, we are devoted to offering our esteemed clients exceptional legal services specific to personal injury cases. Respected across the vast state of Illinois, one of our areas of special knowledge is representing victims impacted by Dog Bite Injuries. Such incidents may seem insignificant or easy to dismiss as an accident, but in numerous instances they cause severe pain and discomfort with dire consequences including permanent disfigurement and deep psychological trauma.

Dog bite injuries necessitate swift action since various states have specific laws regarding time limits for filing a claim. In Illinois, you generally have two years from the date of the incident to file a lawsuit against the dog owner according to statute 735 ILCS 5/13-202. Unknowingly missing this time frame could potentially prevent you from bringing forward any claim at all.

In addition, under section 510 ILCS 5/16 of the Animal Control Act, strict liability applies concerning dog bites which means that owners can be held responsible for damages their dogs inflict even if there was no prior knowledge that their dogs might act aggressively. Several factors play crucial roles in defining your case such as:

• Location where bite occurred

• Proof that wound is directly tied to dog bite

• Confirmation that defendant owns the dog

Understanding these complexities necessitates trusted expertise and well-rounded insight only offered at Carlson Bier. We work meticulously with each client, fostering transparent communication procedures ensuring no detail is overlooked throughout investigation while exhibiting absolute respect and empathy for plights encountered due to such traumatic situations.

One standout characteristic unique to us is our dedication towards family values extending beyond mere provision of legal services; we adopt a holistic approach mindful of larger implications on quality life prospects following those painful experiences.

Lack of understanding pertaining exact rights and measures accorded when dealing with dog bites often leads many people into settling with intimidating insurance companies hastily without reaping full compensation deserved. Further complicating matters is how aggressive dog owners can retaliate and resist owning up, purposefully maneuvering to distort facts and events in their favor. At Carlson Bier, we are prepared to counteract such tactics with strategic exactness scrutinizing every key piece of evidence, streaming efforts collectively towards achieving standards entailing complete justice for you.

Drawing from extensive experience accumulated representing numerous clients across Illinois against varying type injury cases involving dogs breeds diverse as Poodles and American Staffordshire Terriers alike among others provide us a unique vantage point predicting game plan insurance companies tend to use in situations like yours helping better prepare your case.

It is vital not to let insurance companies define your value in the aftermath of such an event; you need strong representation that respects your needs first. With all-encompassing legal advice bracketed by years of hands-on know-how capturing nuances exclusive to law terrain governing Injury Law in Illinois readily shared at Carlson Bier, rest assured that assistance extends beyond mere words into actionable steps that accentuate positive results delivering optimal settlements.

Dog bites may pose unforeseen health dangers including potential transmission diseases such as Rabies – merits further underscoring grave significance imbued within tackling aspects financially, legally and medically enmeshed with each unique situation. By prioritizing understanding narratives defining each client coupled embedding specialized knowledge accrued practicing personal injury law successfully across Illinois primarily over years our aim is about ensuring customization based on individual circumstances thus bolstering chances maximum compensatory awards inevitably justified due trauma suffered.

Every step you take after experiencing a dog bite contributes majorly towards building a solid case that advocates for your rights fully. As the legal process can be daunting especially when trying to recuperate physically and emotionally – allow experienced professionals at Carlson Bier guide process simplifying complex subtext transforming into proactive measures.

In partnering with Carlson Bier, remember you enlist not only competent practitioners but also compassionate individuals who understand subtle connotations binding this journey together. So why wait longer unnecessarily? Determine how much your case is worth today by clicking on the button below, and allow Carlson Bier to steer you towards justice. Our trusted lawyers are ready to advise, assist, and advocate for full compensation that accurately reflects the high stakes imposed during arguably one of life’s most challenging ordeals following a dog bite incident.

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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 Alton

Bike Mishaps

Specializing in legal services for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others' lack of care or unsafe conditions.

Flame Traumas

Offering adept legal help for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Clinical Misconduct

Offering dedicated legal advice for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Commodities Liability

Managing cases involving problematic products, offering professional legal guidance to customers affected by defective items.

Elder Misconduct

Supporting the rights of elders who have been subjected to mistreatment in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip and Stumble Occurrences

Specialist in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking recovery for their injuries.

Neonatal Traumas

Delivering legal guidance for households affected by medical misconduct resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Collisions

Incidents: Committed to supporting victims of car accidents secure appropriate payout for damages and destruction.

Scooter Accidents

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for individuals involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Trucking Mishap

Providing experienced legal services for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for losses.

Construction Mishaps

Dedicated to advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Cerebral Harms

Expert in extending professional legal assistance for victims suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Traumas

Expertise in addressing cases for people who have suffered traumas from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Collisions

Specializing in legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Unjust Loss

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, supplying caring and professional legal guidance to ensure restitution.

Spine Impairment

Specializing in defending patients with backbone trauma, offering expert legal assistance to secure recovery.

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