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About Carlson Bier Associates

When navigating the fallout of dog bite injuries in Bourbonnais, turn to Carlson Bier; we possess an understanding unmatched by other firms. Our attorneys specialize in personal injury law, particularly dog bite-related claims. Having handled a variety of these cases across Illinois, our expertise is precisely tuned towards victims’ rights therein indemnifying those affected by such harm. With considerable experience negotiating and litigating dog bite injury matters, we seek just compensation for potential wage losses, medical bills, psychological trauma and pertaining damages you may have endured. The expert understanding at Carlson Bier highlights evidence unseen without comprehensive knowledge of the intersection between complex animal laws and personal injury regulations key to asserting your claim thoroughly within Illinois legislation limits – never compromising on presenting every minute detail which can help achieve justice for our clients affected by a damaging canine encounter.Never underestimate having specialized legal assistance when coping with any corresponding issues from fatal encounters with dogs: remember- it’s your right! Reach out to us today – witness first-hand why considering Carlson Bier should be your foremost decision following instances of Dog Bite Injuries

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Bourbonnais Illinois

At the esteemed law firm of Carlson Bier, we have a proficient group of personal injury attorneys that specialize in dog bite injuries. When you’ve been the victim of a dog attack, it’s essential to understand your rights and possible legal options under Illinois law. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive, understandable information about this somewhat complex area of personal injury law while bringing immense value to our readers.

Dog bites can cause severe injuries such as puncture wounds, lacerations, infections, nerve damage or even psychological trauma which may require significant medical attention and extended periods of recuperation. Amidst all these challenges, navigating legal procedures might feel intimidating or baffling without professional guidance. That’s where our seasoned lawyers from Carlson Bier come into play.

• One vital aspect to comprehend is that every state has distinct laws regarding liability for dog bites. In Illinois specifically, we operate under a “strict liability” rule.

• Understandably under this “strict liability”, regardless if it’s their first instance or they were unaware of their pet’s aggressiveness; owners are held accountable for injuries caused by their dogs.

• Secondarily important is understanding when you’re eligible for a lawsuit following an incident which requires interpreting “provocation” adequately — Did you provoke the animal? What is considered provocation under law? Our experts can analyze your case meticulously offering guidance tailored on individual events background.

• Finally contemplating lawsuits depends not merely upon the context but also statute of limitations which in Illinois lays at 2 years from date of incident.

Our experienced team meticulously investigates each case measuring up facts and evaluating relevant laws before curating best course action converting potential stress into quiet confidence with us shouldering responsibilities ensuring fair compensation.

Given our vast experience handling multiple cases throughout years— restricted only within geographic boundaries laid out by Illinois regulations accepting clients exclusively with physical offices—we do NOT falsely claim ourselves as Bourbannais personal attorney just like any other responsible and ethical organizations respecting laws.

Our commitment to transparency, honesty, and adherence to legal obligations translates directly into our reputation as a trusted personal injury law firm in Illinois. When you choose Carlson Bier, we take over your computations of medical expenses, loss of earnings if any due to incapacitation from working or even measurable pain or suffering induced mental anguish drawing up an approximate suitable compensatory claim against liable party.

We understand that there’s more at stake here than just money – it’s about justice for a traumatic incident that shouldn’t have happened in the first place; it’s about making sense out of sudden drastic changes ensuing post attacks presenting before court comprehensible statistics illustrating damage credibility. Our lawyers work tirelessly advocating for your rights aiming at smooth dispersal of your rightful compensation accelerating recovery timeline without financial stress adding to physical and emotional trauma.

In essence, navigating a dog bite case can be daunting but with Carlson Bier by your side, you’ve got unparalleled representation powered by intricate knowledge base and wealth of experience vowing optimum outcomes for every case fought although each may vary depending on individual circumstances. Be sure to click on the button below and obtain valuable estimate highlighting what yours could actually worth making informed decision proceeding legally rather than shouldering alone overwhelming aftermath dog bites unassisted. Trust us when we say—you’re not alone!

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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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Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Proficient in legal advocacy for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or risky conditions.

Burn Burns

Offering adept legal advice for people of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Healthcare Malpractice

Ensuring specialist legal assistance for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Obligation

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, delivering specialist legal guidance to victims affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Trip and Fall Mishaps

Professional in managing trip accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking compensation for their damages.

Infant Injuries

Providing legal guidance for households affected by medical incompetence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Incidents: Concentrated on helping victims of car accidents gain fair recompense for injuries and damages.

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Dedicated to providing representation for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring fair compensation for harm.

Trucking Collision

Ensuring experienced legal assistance for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for hurts.

Building Collisions

Focused on supporting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Neurological Impairments

Focused on extending expert legal advice for persons suffering from head injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Damages

Proficient in handling cases for persons who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Jogger Mishaps

Dedicated to legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Undeserved Passing

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and skilled legal services to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Injury

Expert in representing clients with spinal cord injuries, offering compassionate legal guidance to secure settlement.

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