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Suffering from a dog bite injury can result in significant physical and emotional trauma. Carlson Bier is an Illinois-based law firm specializing in personal injury cases, including dog bite injuries. Even though Illinois state laws insist that dogs should be controlled at all times to prevent such incidents, many still fall victim to these circumstances. With vast experience in this field, the dedicated attorneys at Carlson Bier grasp the complexities involved and strive for just compensation on behalf of victims of these assaults. They are committed to ensuring fairness as they unravel liabilities intricacy while pursuing claims on their clients’ behalves with unyielding tenacity.

Carlson Bier brings into play extensive resources; deploying effective legal strategies framed by expertise which stems from years navigating through personal injury lawsuit terrain – specifically addressing dogbite injuries disputes. When grappling with aftermaths of a canine-related accident within or beyond Catlin’s geographical scope, choosing Carlson Bier displays wisdom that promises uncompromised advocacy towards justice attainment for the survivors of canine-engendered mishaps.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Catlin Illinois

As a leading personal injury law firm in Illinois, Carlson Bier brings extensive knowledge and expertise in dealing with diverse legal matters. Among these is the noteworthy realm of dog bite injuries, an area where we possess proven success. Dog bite incidents can indubitably have severe consequences for victims, ranging from physical harm to psychological trauma, all of which demand due justice and reparation.

It’s worth noting that Illinois follows a ‘strict liability’ rule concerning dog bites. This infers that the owner is liable for any harm their pet causes as long as the victim neither provoked it nor was unlawfully on the property where the incident occurred. Unique from other states, there is no ‘one bite rule,’ meaning owners are held accountable even if this serves as their pet’s first documented aggressive act.

Key aspects you should be aware of relating to dog bite injuries include:

– You have rights: Indeed, as a victim of any form of personal injury including animal attacks such as dog bites, you’re entitled to claim damages for your medical expenses, loss of earnings, pain and suffering among others.

– Statute of limitations: It’s essential to understand that in Illinois you generally have two years from the date when the injury occurred to file a lawsuit.

– State laws matter: In different jurisdictions within America, local ordinances may also exist regarding leash-laws or whether certain breeds may be kept by residents.

We at Carlson Bier believe it is crucial victims remain educated about their rights post-dog-bite incidents enabling them to navigate claiming compensation seamlessly. Our seasoned team will work tirelessly comprehending every detail and nuance surrounding your case, ensuring your best interests remain our primary motivation.

Victims should note that multiple variables can impact how much they receive in compensation after a dog bite accident. These factors comprise level and type of injuries suffered -which can stretch from minor punctures up to significant wounds having life-altering implications-, total economic losses including medical bills and lost income, plus the pain and suffering endured because of a traumatic event. More prominent injuries generally lead to higher settlements or verdicts.

Moreover, we comprehend that dog bites are not limited to physical injury but also encompass emotional distress. Psychological damage can morph into fear of animals, anxiety, depression, or even Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), factors all considered during case evaluation to ascertain the maximum entitled remuneration amount.

It’s imperative you act promptly in dog bite cases as immediate legal counsel can ensure key evidence is preserved and critical witnesses are interviewed swiftly. Not taking action early may limit your potential compensation options severely down the line due to forgetting specifics surrounding the incident or loss of vital evidence.

As Carlson Bier, we’re intent on securing the justice victims deserve when it comes to personal injury law. While our forte traverses an array of specialties within this realm, rest assured our expertise covers comprehensively all aspects relating to dog bite injuries in Illinois.

Our commitment is unwavering: We work diligently pursuing rightful compensation for victims while offering robust guidance through each step in claiming process. At Carlson Bier, we take immense pride in delivering incisive counsel wrapped with compassion and customized strategies while addressing every concern raised by our clients – gifting them peace amidst their trying times.

Intrigued about how much compensation your case might warrant? Owing to abundant variables influencing every personal injury lawsuit outcome involving dog-bite incidents; only a consultation will decipher your claim’s true value. Click on the button below right away for prompt professional advice – you’re just a click away from discovering what your case could be worth!

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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 Catlin

Two-Wheeler Crashes

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

Burn Burns

Offering adept legal support for victims of grave burn injuries caused by events or indifference.

Medical Misconduct

Providing specialist legal representation for persons affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Obligation

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, extending specialist legal support to individuals affected by harmful products.

Elder Mistreatment

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

Stumble & Trip Mishaps

Skilled in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to victims seeking compensation for their losses.

Birth Harms

Supplying legal help for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Incidents

Accidents: Devoted to guiding patients of car accidents receive just recompense for damages and impairment.

Bike Mishaps

Specializing in providing representation for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Big Rig Mishap

Extending professional legal representation for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for harms.

Building Collisions

Engaged in representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or misconduct.

Head Harms

Expert in providing expert legal representation for clients suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Harms

Expertise in handling cases for individuals who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Jogger Accidents

Committed to legal assistance for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Unfair Passing

Standing up for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and adept legal assistance to ensure justice.

Neural Impairment

Dedicated to supporting individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering compassionate legal support to secure settlement.

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