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When an unexpected dog bite injury occurs in Berwyn, Carlson Bier takes hold of the reigns to protect your rights and ensure that you receive just compensation for your trauma. Our esteemed team of attorneys offers unparalleled expertise in Illinois’ specific dog bite regulations, guaranteeing effective representation and proficient advice throughout the resolution process. Our considerable experience dealing with insurers also shifts the balance in favor of our clients while negotiating settlements or pushing cases to trial if necessary. At Carlson Bier, we recognize the severe physical injuries and psychological distress that a dog bite incident can inflict on people; hence focusing on handling these intricate cases diligently is paramount to us. As leading lawyers specializing in personal injury claims such as Dog Bite Injuries, rest assured Carlson Bier prioritizes not only assuring adequate compensation but also restoring peace-of-mind for our valued clients during this tumultuous time. Make no mistake; choosing us provides access to discrete professional assistance routes dedicated towards safeguarding interests while navigating through legal complexities characteristic of Dog Bite Injury incidents within Berwyn’s jurisdictional context.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Berwyn Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the distress and trauma that a dog bite injury can cause. We’re fully committed to using our expertise in personal injury law towards ensuring you secure proper compensation for your predicament. Based in Illinois, our team has extensive experience providing top-tier legal services tailored to meet the specific needs of dog bite victims.

Dog bites can lead to catastrophic injuries with severe emotional consequences and dramatic impacts on one’s quality of life. In some instances, the victim may require expensive medical treatments or physical therapy – financial burdens we believe should be borne by the responsible party alone. As proficient personal injury attorneys, at Carlson Bier, we’ve garnered years of commendable successes adequately representing clients who have endured such harrowing experiences.

To give context on this area of law, here are key points:

– It is important to know that legal recourse is available for dog bite victims under Illinois’s Animal Control Act from 510 ILCS 5/16.

– The act stipulates that if an otherwise peaceful pet attacks without provocation causing grievous bodily harm to any person legally allowed within a property within Illinois boundaries, the owner of the pet holds full legal responsibility.

– The owner’s liability encompasses every cost incurred due to their pet’s actions. This includes all types of damages from incurred medical expenses as well as pain & suffering costs.

– Victims must duly note it isn’t necessary for a prior record of violent behavior by the animal involved for them to proceed with making a claim.

The sensitive nature attached with incidents like these emphasizes why you need proficient attorneys such as ourselves handling your case. Our strategies are rooted in comprehensive investigative practices crafted around each peculiar scenario; factors considered often include emergency responses’ documentation and witness accounts among many others.

Our priority goes beyond merely facilitating financial reimbursement—it extends towards helping lives get back on track after being thrust into unexpected turmoil due to these unfortunate events—a principle leerily interwoven into our ethos here at Carlson Bier.

We encourage victims of dog bite injuries not to be silent about their experiences – remember, you’re legally entitled to seek financial compensation for medical expenses, emotional trauma and more. We assure you that your story matters and with the guidance from the proficient Carlson Bier team, we can navigate the complexities of the legal landscape together—ensuring optimal resolution.

Lastly, despite being based in Illinois and thoroughly acquainted with its legal structure including Animal Control Act provisions among others; we caution against making hasty decisions concerning legal representation solely based on geographical roots. An ideal attorney-client relationship stems from mutual trust underpinned by shared professional values—these vary greatly among law firms irrespective of location.

As a concluding note, we believe there is priceless value attached in knowing what your case may potentially be worth—it offers comfort during trying times; often serving as that vital spark necessary for reinstating hope while recovering from traumatic experience. We gladly invite you to click below and see exactly how much monetary recompense your particular scenario holds—all within just a few clicks! At Carlson Bier, we guarantee utmost confidentiality while rendering unmatched personal injury law services centered on putting clients’ best interests first—a standard consistently upheld regardless of any competitive interests involved.

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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 Berwyn

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Expert in legal representation for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's lack of care or perilous conditions.

Burn Damages

Giving expert legal support for patients of intense burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Hospital Malpractice

Delivering specialist legal representation for persons affected by medical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Liability

Taking on cases involving faulty products, offering expert legal assistance to individuals affected by defective items.

Aged Malpractice

Protecting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to malpractice in nursing homes environments, ensuring fairness.

Trip & Tumble Mishaps

Skilled in managing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal support to individuals seeking compensation for their injuries.

Neonatal Traumas

Extending legal support for loved ones affected by medical misconduct resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Mishaps: Devoted to supporting sufferers of car accidents receive just compensation for hurts and damages.

Bike Accidents

Specializing in providing representation for individuals involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for damages.

Trucking Collision

Providing specialist legal services for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for harms.

Construction Crashes

Engaged in supporting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or negligence.

Cognitive Harms

Expert in ensuring specialized legal advice for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to incidents.

Canine Attack Harms

Adept at dealing with cases for persons who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Crashes

Specializing in legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering claims.

Undeserved Fatality

Advocating for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and expert legal representation to ensure restitution.

Neural Harm

Expert in representing persons with paralysis, offering expert legal representation to secure recovery.

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