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When dealing with dog bite injuries, it is essential to seek representation from a law firm that understands the intricacies of such cases. Carlson Bier is the ideal choice for an advocate in these challenging situations. With a track record of success and deep knowledge about Illinois’ laws regarding animal attacks, they stand out among their peers. Their exemplary team offers unwavering support throughout the entire legal process, committed to ensuring victims obtain fair compensation and justice for suffering caused by dog bite injuries. At Carlson Bier, every case is handled dutifully – because they know there’s more than just physical pain involved; emotional distress can be equally as damaging if left unaddressed. Of course choosing a lawyer can be intimidating but it needn’t be so when one considers that Carlson Bier has continuously demonstrated expertise in this field above any other firms in Illinois specializing in personal injury due to dog bites. Thus, anyone seeking assistance after such an unfortunate incident will find both reassurance and resolution with Carlson Bier on their side.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Bethany Illinois

Encountering a dog bite injury can be an extremely distressing experience, causing both physical harm and emotional trauma. At the Carlson Bier law firm based in Illinois, we understand this better than anyone else. Leveraging our vast expertise in personal injury cases and lawsuits related to animal attacks, we stand by your side to ensure you receive rightful compensation.

What may initially seem like just a minor incident at first could potentially lead on to various complications ranging from serious infections to psychological distress. Regardless of how trivial or significant your injuries are, it is crucial that you seek appropriate medical attention right after such an encounter.

• Medical expenses: One of the foremost things you have to deal with post a dog bite incident is taking care of the incurred medical expenses for treating wounds, preventing infection risk, mental health counseling if needed etc.

• Lost wages: If recovery takes time away from work leading to loss of income.

• Pain and suffering: You could pursue monetary reparation for pain endured during and after the attack along with long-term disabilities caused by it.

• Property damage: If any personal belongings (like clothing) were ruined during the fine

In Illinois, holding responsible parties accountable for dog bites entails sticking to specific legal standards. Undeniably helpful is Illinois’s strict liability statute where dog owners are held strictly liable when their dogs cause harm unless proven that their victim instigated the episode.

Noteworthy too is understanding certain exceptions and definitions in line with Illinois statutes:

– “Owner”: Reflects not just people who own pets but also ones who harbor or keep dogs

– Provocation : Herein lies an exclusion wherein damage inflicted upon a person provoking or teasing a canine does not bring about grounds for compensation

– Dog was performing its police/military duty: No liability will apply if damages occur while fulfilling its legitimate enforcement tasks

At Carlson Bier law firm we possess extensive knowledge coupled with deep experience helping victims navigate through these nuances, ensuring you are well equipped in your fight for justice and rightful reparation.

Act swiftly – Time plays a crucial role in dog bite cases. To leverage the Illinois Dog Bite Statute effectively and secure potential compensation, legal action must ideally commence within two years from when the incident takes place. Waiting too long could risk even the most legitimate claims being nullified due to the state’s statute of limitations laws.

We recognize every case is unique: With varying degrees of injuries, different breeds (which poses varying degree risks) and unique circumstances that led to each incident, no two client experiences resemble one another. This is why we offer personalized strategies at Carlson Bier informed by an initial comprehensive free consultation where we help evaluate possible damages inclusive of any potential future expenses incurred because of your injuries.

Counsel Every Step Of The Way – Armed with our combined extensive expertise and dedication towards clients’ wellbeing, we stand unwaveringly by you through this tough time right from navigating tricky insurance claim pitfalls on your behalf all the way till resolution.

Empathy might not win lawsuits but confidence built on hard work surely can: At Carlson Bier Law firm- We strive harder so you can recover better!

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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 Bethany

Bike Accidents

Focused on legal services for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's indifference or perilous conditions.

Flame Injuries

Offering skilled legal support for people of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Physician Incompetence

Delivering dedicated legal advice for victims affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Responsibility

Managing cases involving defective products, providing adept legal guidance to customers affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Neglect

Advocating for the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring compensation.

Tumble & Tumble Accidents

Adept in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking redress for their losses.

Birth Wounds

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

Motor Collisions

Collisions: Committed to guiding individuals of car accidents secure equitable settlement for wounds and damages.

Scooter Collisions

Expert in providing legal assistance for riders involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

Trucking Incident

Delivering expert legal assistance for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for harms.

Construction Site Accidents

Focused on advocating for staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Cerebral Injuries

Focused on ensuring compassionate legal services for patients suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Bite Wounds

Specialized in handling cases for clients who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Accidents

Focused on legal assistance for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Death

Advocating for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and expert legal guidance to ensure justice.

Spine Injury

Expert in supporting persons with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal guidance to secure settlement.

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