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About Carlson Bier Associates

Carlson Bier is a respected personal injury law firm with comprehensive expertise in representing victims of dog bite injuries. When dealing with such cases, Carlson Bier provides an exceptional level of care and diligence. The team meticulously examines each case to enlighten clients about their legal rights and assist them in understanding the complexities involved in dog bite lawsuits, ensuring they receive fair compensation guaranteed under Illinois Law. Regardless of where the incident occurred within this great state, your case will have the full weight of our extensive knowledge and experience behind it. Trust Carlson Bier – we are not just any attorneys; we are zealous advocates for individuals who have been subjected to harmful experiences associated with dog bites. Excellence is at the heart of everything we do while managing these specific types of personal injury claims, overcoming hurdles that may occur during litigation proceedings always tops our priority list thus assuring you that your pursuit for justice is indeed achievable through us- Carlson Bier law group.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Colfax Illinois

Understanding the aftermath of a dog bite injury can be daunting, but being equipped with the right knowledge and professional legal support can change the narrative in your favor. At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury law – specifically handling cases involving dog bites. Based in Illinois, we bring deep expertise and experience to help victims recover mentally, physically, and financially from such traumatizing incidents.

Dog bite injuries are more than just physical harm; they carry psychological implications accompanied by substantial financial burdens due to medical treatments. Acknowledging these aspects is crucial in formulating an effective case strategy to claim fair compensation for victims. At Carlson Bier, we meticulously relieve you of this burden as we work tirelessly on your case.

• Physical Injuries: Dogs have powerful jaws that can lead to severe injuries including puncture wounds, lacerations, fractures or even infections like rabies if untreated.

• Psychological trauma: Dog attacks often lead to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), causing people – especially children – long-term trauma that could require therapy.

• Financial Burden: Medical treatments for dog bite injuries aren’t inexpensive. This coupled with lost wage recovery from missed work constitutes significant amounts that warrant competent legal representation for rightful compensation reclaiming.

In our approach towards these sensitive cases at Carlson Bier, empathy stands at the forefront as we understand that each case has its unique complications and every victim has their own recovery journey. Our capable team navigates through intricate Illinois laws relevant to dog bites which pin liability on owners who were negligent or had prior knowledge about their pet’s aggressive tendencies.

We follow stipulated procedures thoroughly while collecting evidence provided by medical records and eyewitness accounts strengthening our arguments before insurance companies or courtrooms if necessary. Filing within a time-sensitive statute of limitations provides leverage too which entails filing lawsuits within two years after the incident happened failing which could forfeit one’s right to adequate compensation.

Our thorough understanding of dog bite laws and the delicate situations surrounding victims forms our unique approach in handling these cases effectively. Our strong advocacy towards obtaining rightful compensation envelopes medical bills, future treatment costs, pain and suffering, emotional distress and lost wages.

Trust is at the heart of all successful attorney-client relationships which directly translate to expected outcomes. At Carlson Bier, we aim for transparency right from step one – our initial consultation starts off discussing your case details followed by potential possibilities of recovery routes presenting a clear road map.

Remember that hiring an expert personal injury lawyer like us doesn’t just assertively represent your interests but also safeguards you from insurance companies aiming to diminish your compensations. We stay committed in our pursuit towards providing relief ensuring that healing remains as the foremost concern without worrying about financial burdens due to someone else’s negligence.

Nestled in Illinois, our firm casts its professional assurance to clients- yes, Carlson Bier isn’t physically present across every nook and corner within state boundaries; however Rest assured that our services extend far beyond geographical constraints making us accessible to help navigate through personal injury cases involving dog bites seamlessly across America’s Prairie State – Illinois

So why wait? Seize this opportunity and click on the button below! Find out exactly how much your dog bite case might be worth with Carlson Bier. Allow us to stand up for their rights while delivering service calibrated upon excellence personifying experienced personal injury law representation through judiciously reclaiming fair compensation.

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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 Colfax

Bike Accidents

Focused on legal support for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' indifference or risky conditions.

Fire Traumas

Supplying skilled legal help for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by mishaps or negligence.

Clinical Negligence

Delivering specialist legal support for persons affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Obligation

Taking on cases involving faulty products, offering expert legal guidance to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Misconduct

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

Stumble and Fall Injuries

Expert in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking justice for their harm.

Newborn Traumas

Providing legal help for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Incidents: Committed to aiding clients of car accidents obtain appropriate settlement for hurts and harm.

Motorcycle Accidents

Committed to providing legal assistance for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Big Rig Accident

Offering specialist legal representation for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for hurts.

Worksite Collisions

Dedicated to advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Brain Injuries

Specializing in extending expert legal assistance for victims suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Harms

Specialized in dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Incidents

Focused on legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Wrongful Passing

Striving for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and expert legal support to ensure compensation.

Spine Injury

Committed to assisting individuals with spine impairments, offering expert legal representation to secure justice.

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