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About Carlson Bier Associates

Have you been bitten or attacked by a dog in Canton, Illinois? These traumatic incidents can frequently result in substantial physical injuries and emotional distress. At Carlson Bier, we specialize in representing victims of dog bite injuries. Our team is comprised of experienced lawyers who devote their skills to ensure every case we handle receives the attention it deserves. We understand that each situation has unique circumstances and with our acclaimed proficiency, relentless dedication, and passion for justice; Carlson Bier stands out as your best consideration for Dog Bite Injuries Cases. To us at Carlson Bier – Your health comes first; hence we strive to help restore dignity and normalcy to your life again post such unfortunate occurrences.We pay meticulous attention not only towards getting due legal compensation but also securing requisite medical treatments from competent doctors while our clients recover from their trauma at their homes in Canton.Prefer quality legal representation worth speaking about? Choose Carlson Bier- helping you reclaim solace after being side-lined by an aggressive canine’s bite!

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Canton Illinois

At the law offices of Carlson Bier, we understand that being the victim of a dog bite injury can be an intensely traumatic experience, both physically and emotionally. As seasoned personal injury attorneys based primarily in Illinois, our team is authentically committed to ensuring you receive the redirection you need after such unforeseen circumstances.

Dog bite injuries are more complex than they may seem. They often necessitate far-reaching medical attention including vaccinations, sutures or even surgical procedures. The aftermath might include infection risks, disfigurement or lasting psychological distress like phobias and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Coupled with these millstones around your neck are the economic constraints pressing on you because of lost days at work and mounting medical bills.

We believe seeking justice is what empowers victims to eventually emerge as survivors. Being trained personally in murky legislation waters for years, here’s some information that might greatly benefit anyone involved in a dog bite incident:

• In Illinois, responsibility largely lies with the pet owner: If their unprovoked dog attacked you when you were lawfully privy to private property (for instance if invited), or when using public space like parks and sidewalks.

• Statutes of Limitation: Claims must typically be made within two years following an attack. However specific case factors may extend this duration, underscoring advice from a legal professional.

• Insurance claims: Pet owners’ homeowners insurance policies usually cover dog bites. But navigating this labyrinth gets taxing; especially during recuperation phases where tranquility should be paramount.

Our approach as your personal injury attorney team is harmoniously twofold— compassionate and assertive.An understanding well-kept within safe walls allows us to empathize with clients while aggressively pursuing rightful compensation for damages incurred due to another’s negligence.

The fear or guilt factor gnawing at victims sometimes plays into dissuading them from taking justifiable action against friends / family who own dogs behind an attack. Trust us when we say, our advocacy is towards you being duly compensated for your physical suffering, emotional distress and financial losses.

We’re dedicated to ensuring it’s not just about legal representation; it’s about personal recognition. From the very first free consultation we offer to handling all realms of correspondence with the involved insurance company on your behalf; whether assisting negotiations or even proceeding to court if required— understand this team stands by you full measure!

Providing robust insight into dog bite injury laws, Carlson Bier remains your ethical solution during such sensitive times. Our wealth of experience has repeatedly left us amazed at the profound resilience individuals show while navigating their recovery journeys after pesky dog bites injuries; motivating us further in arduously representing their best interests legally, professionally and compassionately.

Step forward boldly knowing there are no out-of-pocket expenses until we secure a settlement for you! If filled with apprehension regarding what will unfold or anxious over imminent steps to take in response to a dog bite incident— know that expert advice is only a phone-call away with Carlson Bier.

So why wait? Discover the difference today by letting our esteemed law professionals appraise worthiness of your potential claim. Simply click on the button below to determine how much value your case could hold — because everyone owes it to themselves in realizing their rights fully, especially in these tragic situations! With us standing beside you steadfastly — think not twice before moving slowly from surviving into thriving post-bite!

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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 Canton

Cycling Accidents

Expert in legal advocacy for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or dangerous conditions.

Flame Wounds

Providing adept legal support for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Physician Malpractice

Providing dedicated legal services for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Obligation

Managing cases involving unsafe products, delivering expert legal assistance to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Misconduct

Defending the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in care facilities environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall and Tumble Incidents

Expert in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to individuals seeking justice for their suffering.

Neonatal Traumas

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

Car Mishaps

Collisions: Devoted to aiding patients of car accidents gain equitable payout for injuries and losses.

Motorcycle Crashes

Committed to providing legal support for victims involved in bike accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

Semi Incident

Providing experienced legal services for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for harms.

Worksite Incidents

Committed to advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Impairments

Expert in ensuring compassionate legal support for clients suffering from cerebral injuries due to incidents.

Canine Attack Traumas

Expertise in handling cases for people who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Expert in legal assistance for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering compensation.

Unjust Loss

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, extending caring and adept legal representation to ensure fairness.

Backbone Injury

Expert in advocating for patients with paralysis, offering specialized legal services to secure compensation.

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