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If you’re a Collinsville resident dealing with the aftermath of a dog bite injury, Carlson Bier is the go-to legal firm to guide and assist you. With our deep-rooted expertise in personal injury cases, our team offers an unparalleled understanding of Illinois state laws around such incidents. Our attorneys are dedicated to securing maximum compensation for victims like you haunted by physical injuries, emotional trauma or financial burdens related to dog bites. Carlson Bier prides itself on its effective advocacy and robust representation focusing exclusively on your rights as a victim. Here at our law firm, we handle every case with tactful diligence while prioritizing client satisfaction above all else. Choosing us means comfort in knowing that your claim will be meticulously prepared – considering all relevant aspects leading up to your unfortunate encounter–for best possible outcome spellbinding both courts and juries alike. Be it negotiations or court trials; trust nothing less than strategic brilliance from Carlson Bier, maneuvering each step towards justice efficiently! Opt for proven excellence in handling dog-bite injury cases—the answer is none other than: Carlson Bier.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Collinsville Illinois

Welcome to the Carlson Bier Law Group, an esteemed personal injury firm serving individuals across Illinois with exceptional legal services. Hand in hand with our longstanding tradition of legal excellence is a particular mastery in navigating Dog Bite Injury cases — a field which requires nuanced understanding and tact.

Dog bites can unleash devastating consequences both physically and psychologically, ranging from puncture wounds, nerve damage, infections to long-term trauma like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Victims often aren’t just wrestling with physical pain but also laboring under staggering medical expenses, lost income from missed workdays or even permanent disability.

That’s where our adept team at Carlson Bier steps in. Skilled and empathetic, we are passionate advocates who tirelessly fight for your rights so that you don’t bear the brunt of someone else’s negligence. Unlike other law firms that handle a broad array of cases including criminal cases or corporate consulting, we’re wholly focused on personal injury claims specifically dog bite injuries – keeping us laser-focused on this niche.

We manage all aspects of your claim including:

• Engaging insurance companies

• Assembling requisite documentation

• Investigating every detail related to your case

• Negotiating settlements on your behalf

Education is key when it comes to pursuing justice and being informed could provide essential leverage towards winning your claim. For instance:

– Illinois operates under strict liability laws concerning dog bites making owners liable if their dog attacks another individual regardless if they were aware of its vicious propensities.

– It is important to establish whether there was indeed provocation as Illinois dog-bite statute does not cover victims who provoke animals into attacking them.

– Claims must be made within two years of the accident for the victim to remain eligible for compensation.

And these only represent the tip of the iceberg regarding necessary knowledge when tackling these daunting issues.

In recent years technological advancement has further revolutionized how personal injury lawsuits are approached – video footage collected through security cameras and mobile phones or evidence from wearable technology can serve as important details in backing your claims. This is where our robust technical know-how can turn the tide in favor of victims, a reflection of our commitment to always be ahead of the game.

However, it’s essential to remember that every case is unique – no two dog bite incidents are identical and neither are their legal aftermaths. Hence, Carlson Bier stands by a bespoke approach for every client’s situation ranging from scrupulously mapping out legal strategies tailored exclusively to your circumstances to delivering personalized support throughout this trying period.

At Carlson Bier, we operate on a contingency fee basis – meaning we won’t charge any attorney fees unless we help you recover compensation either through settlement or lawsuit verdict.This not only ensures access to high caliber legal representation but also keeps us deeply invested in your case with one unified goal – procuring justice and fair compensation for your ordeal.

Navigating an insurance claim or lawsuit alone could be like wading through quicksand without a lifeline. Therefore, suggesting that securing professional help is crucial would only scratch the surface of its absolute imperativeness. The right attorney should not merely represent you; they should champion you deploying their legal acumen towards safe guarding your interests while compassionately guiding you along this challenging journey.

That said an invitation beckons; Why not click on the button below? A step forward into knowing how much your case might potentially yield — a glimmer of hope during times clouded with uncertainty created by dog bite injuries. Allow the seasoned team at Carlson Bier share that burden while helping restore balance back into your life — because when facing adversity everyone deserves someone who will fight tirelessly when it counts most.

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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 Collinsville

Pedal Cycle Mishaps

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

Fire Injuries

Supplying adept legal services for sufferers of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Physician Incompetence

Offering specialist legal advice for patients affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Fault

Addressing cases involving defective products, supplying skilled legal assistance to consumers affected by harmful products.

Elder Malpractice

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring compensation.

Tumble & Slip Mishaps

Skilled in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking recovery for their injuries.

Birth Harms

Extending legal support for households affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Crashes

Crashes: Committed to guiding sufferers of car accidents receive equitable settlement for injuries and impairment.

Motorcycle Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal support for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring justice for damages.

Truck Crash

Offering expert legal assistance for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for harms.

Building Site Collisions

Committed to assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Traumas

Committed to extending expert legal services for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Injuries

Expertise in dealing with cases for clients who have suffered harms from dog attacks or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Accidents

Committed to legal representation for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering compensation.

Unwarranted Fatality

Fighting for families affected by a wrongful death, supplying empathetic and skilled legal assistance to ensure fairness.

Spinal Cord Harm

Specializing in assisting individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering compassionate legal services to secure recovery.

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