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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with the unfortunate circumstance of a dog bite injury in Channahon, look no further than Carlson Bier to represent you. This renowned law firm specializes in personal injury cases specifically relating to dog bite injuries. Equipped with unparalleled expertise and extensive experience, they are prepared to fight strenuously for your rights, ensuring you receive fair compensation for suffered damages. Taking pride in their attentive client service, every case is handled meticulously by dedicated attorneys who understand Illinois’ complex legal landscape regarding animal attacks. Sensitive yet assertive when required; this balance differentiates them from others on matters involving these painful experiences that often lead to overwhelming medical costs and emotional distress. They consider all contributing factors including insurance aspects and provide a comprehensive strategy designed around individual client needs offering optimal outcomes against such traumatic events. Choosing Carlson Bier signifies not just choosing a lawyer but partnering with an unwavering advocate passionately committed towards achieving justice despite formidable challenges associated commonly within this scope of law practice.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Channahon Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our seasoned and highly esteemed group of personal injury attorneys have an exceptional track record in handling cases associated with Dog Bite Injuries. Every day we strive to bring the best possible outcome to our clients who face such unfortunate incidents. Navigating through the intricate labyrinth of litigation related to dog bites can be both complex and arduous. This is where our vast experience stands us apart as your partners for justice.

The State of Illinois has dedicated laws to protect its residents from unwanted confrontations involving dogs which lead to bodily harm or trauma. These state-specific statutes necessitate pinpoint accuracy in interpretation and precise application when pursuing a case – two areas in which our lawyers indisputably excel. Our team specializes in extracting vital information, piecing it together, analyzing-of specific situations critically, all while ensuring that legal parameters are strictly adhered to so as not to compromise your claim.

Among those injured by dogs annually on U.S soil, only a fraction truly understand their rights and how they can pursue compensation legally. As per Illinois law:

• If you were peacefully conducting yourself in any location you may legally be present at, and were attacked by a dog without provocation , you have every right under the statute 510 ILCS 5/16 (Animal Control Act) Section-2.5a of Illinois Law, to ask for full compensation against the injuries suffered.

• The owner is held accountable irrespective of whether the dog had previously shown viciousness or caused harm before.

• The complete liability lies on the shoulders of the dog’s handler or owner even if they weren’t aware that the dog might act violently.

However, pursuing a successful claim requires meticulous presentation of evidence suggesting non-provocation towards causing damage and your lawful presence during these unfortunate incidents amongst other pertinent factors.

Herein lies Carlson Bier’s unmistakable expertise cutting across various spectrums like gathering sufficient medical reports showcasing severity together with supporting photographic evidence, appointing expert witnesses – veterinarians or animal behaviorists who shed indispensable light on your case. Moreover, we always make an effort to identify any insurance policies that might cover your expenses for treatment.

Be it the trauma one goes through following a dog bite, the comprehensive treatment including surgeries or lifelong therapies that follow; compensation never truly makes amends for all of these. Still, monetary aid can abate financial burdens considerably and this is exactly what Carlson Bier aims at – ensuring you achieve maximum potential recovery from any and all grief suffered in the wake of dog-related incidents.

Your rights are our priority at Carlson Bier and we’re proud to be by your side through such testing times. Offering assistance beyond mere legal advice remains our unwavering commitment as our team relentlessly pursues justice keeping steadfast focus on securing maximum permissible compensation under Illinois law governed realm of Dog Bite Injuries.

Your peace of mind is critically important after everything you’ve been put through. Therefore don’t wait longer than necessary to secure deserved fairness and justice by resisting prompt professional assistance at such crucial junctures. We extend a congenial invitation to find more regarding how much you could stand to rightfully recover in your specific circumstances – simply by clicking on the button below.

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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 Channahon

Bicycle Crashes

Focused on legal representation for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or unsafe conditions.

Fire Wounds

Supplying specialist legal assistance for victims of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Hospital Misconduct

Ensuring professional legal representation for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Obligation

Taking on cases involving problematic products, providing adept legal assistance to customers affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Misconduct

Supporting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring protection.

Stumble & Stumble Occurrences

Specialist in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to individuals seeking redress for their damages.

Infant Injuries

Providing legal help for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Mishaps: Concentrated on aiding clients of car accidents get reasonable settlement for injuries and impairment.

Motorbike Mishaps

Expert in providing legal support for individuals involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring just recovery for traumas.

Trucking Crash

Providing specialist legal advice for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for injuries.

Construction Site Collisions

Dedicated to defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Neurological Impairments

Specializing in delivering professional legal advice for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Wounds

Expertise in dealing with cases for people who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Incidents

Committed to legal representation for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering compensation.

Unjust Demise

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and expert legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Spine Injury

Focused on defending persons with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal representation to secure settlement.

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