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About Carlson Bier Associates

When navigating dog bite injuries in Centralia, entrust your case to the professional team at Carlson Bier. Highly experienced and relentless in their pursuit of justice, our attorneys specialize in personal injury law with a focus on punitive and compensatory damages resulting from canine attacks. Our committed team understands the physical agony and psychological distress dog bite victims endure. We make it our mission to secure fair compensation, ensuring you receive the resources needed for medical bills, pain-and-suffering recovery costs, lost wages or any arising property damage expenses. Extensive knowledge in Illinois statutes governing such incidents sets us apart – we are meticulous about remaining current with alterations within legal regulations that may influence outcomes favorably for our clients. In addition to this expertise on state provisions regarding dog bites cases is understanding how local ordinances might come into play too – an indispensable angle while handling cases pertaining to Centralia residents specifically! With diligent dedication from Carlson Bier lawyers working tirelessly towards optimal results—you’ll see just why choosing us makes sound sense.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Centralia Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the physical and emotional toll a dog bite injury can take on an individual. A traumatic event such as this does not discriminate; everyone from children to seniors are susceptible, which is why it’s crucial that you understand your rights and take appropriate action following a dog bite injury in Illinois.

Dog bite injuries can be severe or even fatal – leading to physical scarring, emotional trauma, infections, disease transmission like rabies or tetanus, nerve damage and significant medical costs. Each year in the United States, thousands of people suffer from these numerous implications related to dog bites. Hence our focus at Carlson Bier extends beyond mere compensation for physical damages – we advocate for recognition of psychological distress and other potential losses incurred.

In Illinois specifically, victims have statute rights under the Animal Control Act which holds the owner fully responsible if their pet inflicts harm without provocation on a person legally present in any public or private area. Furthermore, one key feature sets Illinois apart: it follows ‘strict liability’ theory meaning that pet owners are held liable irrespective of whether their pets had previously shown aggressive behavior or posed danger. However bear in mind that certain exceptions might apply. These law provisions empower victims to pursue rightful compensation aggressively while they focus on recuperating physically and emotionally.

Importantly:

– You must report the incident immediately to prompt an investigation by animal control authorities

– Seek immediate medical therapeutic attention regardless of perceived severity.

– Document your injuries with photographs where possible.

– Collect evidence including eyewitness accounts

Acquiring fair compensation involves considering aspects like medical bills(present and future), loss of income due to inability to work during recovery period, disfigurement-led embarrassment/stigma/suffering alongside expected lifestyle changes/limitations due post-bite physical disabilities.

Leveraging years of expertise handling personal injury cases coupled with thorough understanding about intricate legalities surrounding dog bite injuries ensures Carlson Bier provides definitive value addition advocating for such victims.

The endeavor to handle each case individually and holistically is our priority; we perceive our job not just providing legal representation but also acting as your support system throughout the ordeal. We upholster you with necessary education about your rights ensuring you are adequately empowered during negotiation or litigation stages. Remember, time is crucial- Illinois law applies a statute of limitations which is typically a two-year window post-injury discovery to bring forth a lawsuit.

In post-understanding scenario lay numerous complexities like dealing with insurance companies. These corporations often deploy shrewd tactics aiming to undervalue your claim, but efficient representation shields against these.” Our team’s gritty negotiations put victim’s interests forefront rather than settling for easy payouts presented by compensating parties.

Accidents can happen anywhere, anytime – therefore it’s pivotal that if unfortunately part of this statistics, guidance from seasoned professionals like IL-based Carlson Bier leads the path towards swift recovery via rightful justice securing adequate compensation. Entities such as landlords and property owners can be held liable in situations where reasonable preventive steps weren’t enforced or if they were aware of an animal’s aggressive behavior yet failed to take action.

Remember that identifying culpable parties isn’t always straightforward – so don’t get tangled in complicated civil proceedings while you should be focusing on recovery. Instead let experienced attorneys bear burden navigating through convoluted legal waters freeing your headspace healing effectively from trauma incurred.

At Carlson Bier Personal Injury Attorneys we understand this hard hitting journey – ready standing hand-in-hand fighting right beside seeking maximum possible compensatory relief legally entitled prototyping a smoother journey ahead into your ‘new’ normal life post dog-bite mishap situation faced with absolute courage! No stone goes unturned gathering evidence determining all financial impacts building compelling case favoring the reader!

Your well-being matters immensely hence come join countless others entrusting us on their fightback journey clicking on the button below today calculating how much your specific dog bite case might be worth. With Carlson Bier, fear gets replaced with hope and despair turns into determination-come embark on this journey transforming from victim to victorious fighter!

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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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Pedal Cycle Crashes

Expert in legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or perilous conditions.

Scald Injuries

Giving professional legal assistance for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Physician Malpractice

Ensuring dedicated legal advice for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Obligation

Taking on cases involving faulty products, supplying skilled legal assistance to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Senior Malpractice

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Trip and Trip Occurrences

Skilled in addressing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking redress for their suffering.

Birth Wounds

Extending legal guidance for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Crashes

Incidents: Committed to supporting individuals of car accidents receive equitable remuneration for injuries and impairment.

Motorbike Crashes

Expert in providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

Truck Collision

Offering experienced legal services for victims involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just claims for injuries.

Building Site Crashes

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

Neurological Traumas

Committed to providing dedicated legal advice for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Wounds

Adept at managing cases for people who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Crashes

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

Wrongful Loss

Working for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, providing understanding and professional legal services to ensure justice.

Neural Harm

Dedicated to supporting persons with paralysis, offering compassionate legal services to secure justice.

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