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Welcome to Carlson Bier, your trusted allies in managing Dog Bite Injuries legal complexities. Our expertise spans over countless successful claims resolved in Illinois, honed by a thorough understanding of state enforced animal control laws. We are recognized for our relentless dedication that prioritizes the rights and entitlements of victims suffering from dog bite injuries. Our proficient attorneys adeptly decipher intricate aspects surrounding personal injury law and act expediently to secure fair compensation for medical expenses, emotional trauma, lost wages and other related damages you may have endured due to the unfortunate incident. Furthermore, we attribute our distinguished reputation not only to our sterling track record but also our compassionate approach towards clients grappling with such distressing experiences. Whether it’s negotiating settlements or representing you persistently in court trials – trust us with safeguarding your best interests. Select Carlson Bier – an emblem of unparalleled professional service coupled with genuine empathy – as your legal representatives handling Dog Bite Injuries matters in Illinois.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Ashkum Illinois

Dog Bite Injuries are more frequent and severe than most individuals realize, causing not only physical pain but also emotional trauma. If you or a loved one has suffered such an incident, it’s essential to know your rights under Illinois Law. At Carlson Bier, we specialize in Personal Injury cases—including those resulting from dog bites—and we are committed to providing the support and representation required throughout.

Understandably, the aftermath of a Dog Bite can be chaotic and distressing. Immediate medical attention is paramount to ensure potential infections or diseases transmitted by the dog bite are effectively managed—this includes rabies, which though rare, is still a serious concern. Document these medical interactions meticulously as they form crucial evidence when filing for compensation.

When bitten by a dog in Illinois, certain laws come into play:

• Illinois employs strict liability for dog bites, meaning that if someone’s dog causes injury without provocation, the owner is liable.

• It doesn’t necessarily have to be a bite; any injury caused by an animal falls under this law.

• The ‘One-Bite’ Rule does NOT apply in Illinois; proving that the owner knew about their pet’s aggressive tendencies isn’t necessary for seeking damages.

At Carlson Bier, our team of highly skilled attorneys taps into their extensive knowledge of these specifics laws when strategizing your case.

The type of injuries sustained during a canine attack may vary significantly depending on several factors like the breed and size of the unleashed pet amongst others. This could range from minor scratches to severe lacerations or bone fractures requiring emergency intervention. There’s also often residual psychological impact—an aspect many tend to overlook but something very much real that victims suffer from following such attacks.

Compensation following a Dog Bite Incident doesn’t just take care of direct expenses related to your immediate medical needs—it considers future healthcare provisions too should there be lingering effects demanding long-term care. Emotional distress is no less painful than physical wounds hence, it’s only fair that it forms a part of the claim.

Here at Carlson Bier, ensuring you obtain the highest possible compensation for both your current and impending medical bills alongside other related sufferings is our prime objective. It’s about justice—about ensuring those accountable do not escape their obligations while you struggle in the aftermath of an incident that wasn’t even your fault to begin with; we’re here to ensure just that.

We achieve this by offering:

• A diligent approach—leaving no stone unturned as we gather evidence to build a robust case.

• Tailored legal advice—we recognize that every situation is unique; hence, expect strategies fashioned meticulously around your case specifics.

• Unparalleled support—we’re right beside you through every step of the process, ready to answer any query or address doubts should they surface.

When optimal representation matters—and it always does—you can rely on Carlson Bier’s profound Personal Injury expertise showcased over decades by our formidable attorney team.

Dog Bite Incidents demand immediate attention owing to the myriad complications associated including physical trauma and potential psychological impacts. Remember though, help is never far away! Click on the ‘Check Case Worth’ button below and find out how much compensation value resides in your situation. Protecting your rights doesn’t stop at knowing them—it extends to acting upon them too, don’t delay! Explore what award-winning representation from Carlson Bier can mean for you: outstanding service tailored towards winning every ounce of justice owed following such distressing incidents.

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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 Ashkum

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Expert in legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' negligence or perilous conditions.

Burn Traumas

Giving specialist legal services for sufferers of grave burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Healthcare Misconduct

Providing professional legal assistance for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Accountability

Addressing cases involving defective products, supplying skilled legal support to victims affected by defective items.

Geriatric Misconduct

Supporting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble & Slip Accidents

Skilled in handling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking compensation for their suffering.

Birth Traumas

Delivering legal aid for relatives affected by medical malpractice resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Collisions

Accidents: Focused on guiding individuals of car accidents receive reasonable compensation for damages and harm.

Motorcycle Accidents

Focused on providing representation for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

Semi Collision

Delivering experienced legal assistance for individuals involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for losses.

Construction Site Crashes

Dedicated to assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or carelessness.

Cognitive Damages

Committed to providing dedicated legal services for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Damages

Proficient in addressing cases for clients who have suffered harms from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Accidents

Dedicated to legal support for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering claims.

Undeserved Passing

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, providing sensitive and professional legal services to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Damage

Dedicated to advocating for patients with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal representation to secure redress.

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