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Facing a dog bite injury can be both physically and emotionally draining. Yet, it’s critical to understand your legal rights promptly. This is where Carlson Bier steps in suitingly with expertise in handling such sensitive cases in Illinois, specifically catering to the residents of Bunker Hill. Our law firm carries decades of experience asserting the rights of victims beset by such traumatic incidents. We comprehend the intricacies involved in dog bite injuries law and have successfully secured maximum compensation for our clients’ pain, suffering, medical bills, psychiatric trauma, loss of earnings and future losses. Choosing Carlson Bier provides not just an attorney-client relationship but an assurance that you’re ardently fought for against any negligence contributing to your ordeal. Your case will never be reduced merely to a number; instead we offer personalized services offering detail-oriented preservation at every twist ensuring fair justice prevails while helping you rebuild life post-injury with dignity & financial certainty intact.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Bunker Hill Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on being legal advocates for victims of personal injuries in Illinois through our extensive knowledge and experience with dog bite cases. As a law firm dedicated to representing you effectively, our priority is ensuring your rights are protected and you receive due compensation.

Dog bites might seem like an uncommon phenomenon but they’re not infrequent incidents in Illinois. CDC data reveals that there’s a soaring average annual number of 4.7 million dog bite wounds across the U.S., from which approximately 800,000 will need medical attention.

Firstly, it’s important to understand that this type of personal injury falls under strict liability statues in Illinois. The owner of the pet residing within state boundaries is held accountable for any inflicted harm resulting from their domesticated animal without proof of negligence or awareness about their dangerous behavior required. Thereby if hurt by a dog, regardless it was previously aggressive or not, legal entitlements can be sought for various damages such as physical pain, emotional distress and loss of earnings during recovery period.

The level of relative risk determination can necessarily affect the total amount that victims may be awarded too:

– Children aged between 5 and 9 predominantly face these devastating incidents.

– Dogs left un-neutered have statistically manifested higher aggressiveness triggering attacks.

– Breeds with vigorous temperaments pose inherent greater risks despite nurturing temptations suggesting otherwise.

Handling insurance claims after an attack can become challenging by itself especially when defends extend their boundaries towards provocation attributions or trespassing allegations–including harmless interactions seemingly identifiable as provocative dogs’ behavioral standards; Or excluding public spaces where free access assumedly relieves owners from liabilities.

Despite common misconceptions assuming homeowners insurance policies cover all expenses derived from any household-related personal injuries; carriers sometimes reject scenarios involving certain types of breeds categorised as “dangerous”. This could lead to substantial financial burdens bearing patients solely until proper recompense actions are pursued henceforth.

By addressing medical reports clearly demonstrating inflicted wound severity alongside any possibly triggered post-traumatic conditions (fearful public-facing behavioural changes); Ensuring all injuries are promptly photographed providing indisputable visual proofs whenever needed; And concise testimonies narrated by witnessed individuals or victims themselves recounting meticulously every single occurring detail during those attacks– could bolster your case significantly in trials and settlements.

Moreover, if treatment plans underwent extended durations developing into chronic detriment; such adverse after-effects should be accounted for accurately too illustrating healthcare requirements entailing future financial stipulations mandated accordingly.

We ardently recommend consulting a professional legal advisor from our firm to navigate these intricate proceedings efficiently. An initial free evaluation helping us understand the unique aspects of your situation and propose strategic moves specific to your condition will set up a stronger case foundation assuring every possible avenue has been explored for optimal compensation.

Let’s not overlook the gravity of physical, emotional, and economic impact that dog bite incidents might precipitate on you as well as family members engaged at large. Counting upon expert lawyers like ourselves capable of empathising with such burdensome circumstances can truly make differences navigating through this difficult period diplomatically ensuring verdicts meet rightful desirable redressals.

Remember, pursuing legal recourse may feel daunting but it doesn’t have to be when entrusted with Carlson Bier – experienced personal injury attorneys committed towards defending rights affirmatively promising justice rightfully deserving to you everlastingly always.

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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 Bunker Hill

Bike Incidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others's negligence or risky conditions.

Scald Burns

Providing specialist legal help for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Medical Incompetence

Extending dedicated legal advice for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Obligation

Addressing cases involving faulty products, delivering skilled legal support to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

Advocating for the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in senior centers environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble & Stumble Mishaps

Professional in handling tumble accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking justice for their losses.

Birth Harms

Delivering legal aid for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Incidents

Collisions: Devoted to guiding individuals of car accidents receive fair payout for harms and destruction.

Scooter Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal assistance for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

Truck Accident

Extending expert legal assistance for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing fair recompense for injuries.

Worksite Mishaps

Concentrated on advocating for workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Cerebral Injuries

Committed to ensuring compassionate legal support for patients suffering from neurological injuries due to incidents.

Canine Attack Traumas

Expertise in handling cases for persons who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Incidents

Focused on legal support for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering restitution.

Wrongful Death

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, supplying empathetic and professional legal representation to ensure fairness.

Spine Impairment

Dedicated to defending individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal representation to secure redress.

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