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The unfortunate reality is that dog bite incidents in America are all too common, with the aftermath often involving physical trauma as well as emotional distress. Victims not only suffer pain and scarring but also face escalating medical expenses. Following such traumatic experiences, it becomes essential to have legal representation with a profound understanding of Illinois statutes – This is where Carlson Bier comes into play. Our firm has specialized expertise in representing victims of Dog Bite Injuries, ensuring the justice they fully deserve.

Through treading masterfully through Illinois’ complexities pertaining to dog bite laws, you will find Carlson Bier to be an irreplaceable ally. Each case we undertake encapsulates our commitment towards meticulous analysis combined with vigorous advocacy for your rights and fair compensation.

In a world where time lost can mean evidence missed out on or unpreserved, waiting to consult a lawyer when dealing with Dog Bite Injuries can prove costly – Let us at Carlson Bier provide immediate insight tailored specifically for your case today!

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Avon Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are dedicated to representing victims who have suffered personal injuries as a result of dog bites. Based in Illinois, we are deeply familiar with the state’s legal provisions and precedents pertaining to such matters. Our seasoned attorneys combine experience, skill, and compassionate personalized representation to fight relentlessly for justice on behalf of our clients.

Dog bite injuries can be incredibly traumatic—both from a physical and psychological perspective—and may cause significant damage including puncture wounds, broken bones, infections or diseases like rabies, severe scarring or disfigurement, emotional distress, fear of dogs (Cynophobia), and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

The responsibility usually lies with the pet owner. Dog owners have a legal obligation to protect others from harm caused by their pets. In an unfortunate instance where you suffer a dog bite injury in Illinois-

• You must prove the animal attack was unprovoked.

• Verify that you were permitted—in any way—to be within proximity of where the incident occurred.

• Lastly show it’s this specific dog that caused your damages

At Carlson Bier, we ordinarily base our arguments for compensation on stringent evidence demonstrating these factors. Moreover, being one of the rare legal scenarios that favor ‘strict liability,’ your chances at successful litigation considerably multiply when expert attorneys take up your case.

We understand how intimidating it might feel piling-up medical bills while nursing injuries resulting from someone else’s negligence could be; hence why we offer comprehensive services employing our resources to assist in recovering costs for all aspects of your suffering—including medical expenses incurred immediately after injury & rehabilitation physiotherapy sessions down-the-line; treatment needed for related mental trauma; lost wages due during enforced hiatus off work; property damage and ultimately—the noneconomic damages—an amount set symbolizing repayment for persistent agony endured past settlement moment.

Given Illinois’ statute limitations demanding personal injury lawsuits initiated within two years from date of occurrence (735 Ill. Comp. Stat 5/13-202), it’s imperative victims act promptly to pursue a case post the unfortunate incident—which at Carlson Bier, we strongly advise.

We are passionate about justice and believe in holding dog owners to account for their negligence while going above and beyond to ensure our clients receive full compensation for their suffering.

Even though we only have an office based in Illinois, you wouldn’t need us right next-door when you’re hurt for effective representation because we’re still within reach—bringing the fight for your rights into the courthouse!

Our client-focused approach ensures you’re on top of everything happening as many cases become more complex than initially appears due to possibilities like unclaimed insurance coverages from other policies or defendants else than dog owner coming into play!

What does this mean?

At Carlson Bier, your rights matter; so allow us shoulder this burden while you focus all energy at regaining normalcy after dog’s attack aftermaths. Allowing an experienced team such as ours’ shall safe-guarding your interests by relentlessly pursuing rightful compensations easing financial strains therein on account of life-altering injuries sustained during incidents involving dogs.

Forward-looking; ensuring no stones left unturned – asking vital questions others might miss – let our attorneys assess unique circumstances around possible claims & strategize best suit thereafter toward realizing maximum potential benefits – all WITHOUT any upfront fees since, remember? We stick with contingency agreement policy hence ONLY request service charges post successful settlements/court awards!

Know your value! Whatever level of grief inflicted upon is also worth something tangible in legal parlance! So why not click on button below finding out just how much courts recognize that agony? Lessen worries striving towards closure into unpleasant chapter & move onto brighter futures ahead courtesy personal injury lawyers here at Illinois-based Carlson Bier!

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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 Avon

Pedal Cycle Mishaps

Focused on legal representation for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others' recklessness or perilous conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Extending skilled legal advice for victims of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or negligence.

Physician Negligence

Offering expert legal assistance for clients affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Merchandise Accountability

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, providing expert legal guidance to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Abuse

Advocating for the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to abuse in senior centers environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble and Fall Incidents

Expert in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal support to victims seeking recovery for their harm.

Birth Damages

Supplying legal help for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Accidents: Dedicated to assisting victims of car accidents gain equitable compensation for injuries and destruction.

Scooter Collisions

Dedicated to providing legal advice for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring justice for damages.

Big Rig Crash

Providing adept legal advice for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for harms.

Construction Crashes

Committed to supporting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or negligence.

Head Impairments

Dedicated to extending specialized legal services for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Traumas

Adept at dealing with cases for victims who have suffered harms from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Accidents

Committed to legal support for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Unjust Passing

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and experienced legal representation to ensure redress.

Vertebral Injury

Committed to supporting individuals with paralysis, offering professional legal support to secure justice.

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