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About Carlson Bier Associates

When dealing with the distressing aftermath of a dog bite injury, turn to the expert team at Carlson Bier for your legal needs. With substantial experience specializing in these cases across Illinois, our law firm offers a level of knowledge and understanding that’s critical for successfully navigating legal complexities tied to such incidents. Our skilled attorneys have mastered nuances in relevant laws and demonstrate an exceptional track record handling canine-inflicted injuries’ claims. At Carlson Bier, we are keen on ensuring you fully comprehend your rights concerning dog bite incidences while providing compassionate service throughout this challenging time. We emphasize diligent investigation coupled with vigorous representation aimed at securing maximum restitution under Illinois law from those responsible for your injuries. The unwavering commitment seen by our advocacy reflects why countless individuals trust us as their chosen attorney group when addressing Dog Bite Injuries matters – particularly within Auburn’s community context where such cases are increasingly prevalent.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Auburn Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that dog bite injuries can be a tumultuous ordeal for any individual. We are dedicated to walking hand-in-hand with victims in Illinois throughout their legal journey and helping them attain the justice they so rightfully deserve. As experienced personal injury attorneys guided by a deep sense of empathy and professionalism, it is our duty and mission to offer comprehensive support.

Dog bites can result in an extensive array of serious physical conditions, including lacerations, puncture wounds, broken bones, crushing injuries or even more critical afflictions such as nerve damage or infections like rabies and tetanus. These incidents not only cause severe physical harm but possibly evoke apprehension and emotional trauma aligned with potential contact with animals post-incident.

• Substantial Medical Bills: Dog bite injuries often require various degrees advanced medical treatment ranging from emergency care to surgeries or rehabilitation.

• Lost Wages: Bites may incite temporary limitation or permanent disability resulting in potential loss of income due to missed workdays for recovery or regular doctor appointments.

• Psychological Trauma: Victims may experience psychological distress including fear, anxiety or depression. In some cases, victims might require therapeutic aid following the incident.

We firmly believe that you should not have to bear these burdens alone given that this mishap was not your fault. Illinois’s statutes dictate that dog owners could be held responsible if their dog causes harm without any provocation while off their property thereby allowing victims to seek compensation under those conditions (510 ILCS 5/16). Our proficient team will help substantiate your case accurately root out the facts surrounding your accident establish strong evidence for your claim drawing upon our wealth of litigation experience amassed over the years combating similar cases across Illinois.

Our approach begins with an in-depth consultation where we listen attentively ensuring every detail about your case is accounted for pursued at all levels no stone left unturned tying together all loose ends reflecting exclusively on YOUR pain trauma caused due to the incident (no proof of negligence required). Partnering with Carlson Bier, means you are availing Illinois’s top-tier legal minds who work tenaciously towards asserting your rights and procuring you the maximum compensation for your emotional, physical damage also lost wages relevant medical expenses recovery cost potentially.

Our dedication to client satisfaction has empowered us in consistently delivering outstanding results over the years, truly showcasing the ‘Carlson Bier Difference.’ This tireless commitment has solidified our reputation as one of Illinois’s most trusted personal injury law firms. Although we understand that no amount of monetary gain can completely remove your suffering, it can offer respite in facing tumultuous financial strains associated with unfortunate incidents giving you a chance at rebuilding your life again from scratch without incessant worrying about accruing bills or debt.

We promise not only unflinching support but providing insightful knowledge also critical resources necessary in navigating this complex pathway holding hands every step until justice is served. We work on contingency basis ensuring zero upfront charges taking fees only if we win YOUR case turning stone into stepping-stone finding light through this disheartening event together as a team localizing healing therein.

Finding out how much your case is worth can be integral information in beginning this journey towards seeking rightful compensation. By choosing Carlson Bier, you’re aligning yourself with skilled advocates who put their clients before everything else. You don’t have to go through this stressful period alone; allow tried-and-true professionals ease this load proactively fighting for YOUR cause efficiently-effectively unwaveringly until desired results are fetched. Click on the button below let us initiate an evaluation today making right what went wrong restoring faith offering assurance against such unfortunate accident tomorrow thereby enduring protecting nurturing dreams effectively securing future comprehensively!

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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 Auburn

Cycling Accidents

Expert in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or perilous conditions.

Scald Wounds

Giving expert legal assistance for victims of major burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Physician Misconduct

Delivering expert legal representation for persons affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Items Responsibility

Taking on cases involving defective products, extending adept legal guidance to clients affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Mistreatment

Protecting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Tumble & Stumble Occurrences

Professional in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking redress for their injuries.

Childbirth Injuries

Delivering legal help for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Auto Incidents

Mishaps: Concentrated on assisting individuals of car accidents secure reasonable payout for injuries and destruction.

Bike Collisions

Focused on providing representation for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

Big Rig Crash

Delivering experienced legal advice for persons involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for losses.

Building Site Crashes

Focused on defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or misconduct.

Cerebral Traumas

Expert in extending professional legal assistance for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to incidents.

Canine Attack Damages

Adept at tackling cases for clients who have suffered wounds from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Crashes

Focused on legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering restitution.

Unfair Fatality

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and professional legal representation to ensure redress.

Backbone Impairment

Focused on representing persons with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal guidance to secure compensation.

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