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When faced with the distressing reality of a dog bite injury in Colona, reliable legal guidance becomes paramount. Entrust your case to Carlson Bier, leading Dog Bite Injuries attorneys renowned for their expert understanding and unwavering commitment. Our team knows that the physical and emotional aftermath of such injuries can be overwhelming; hence we champion aggressive yet empathetic representation to secure just compensation for our clients. At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on an approach rooted in thorough investigation, superior negotiation skills and adept courtroom acumen – qualities imperative for maneuvering through Illinois’ complicated liability laws around dog bites effectively. Engaging us ensures you have a steadfast advocate who is familiar with both local medical professionals as well as insurance companies, enhancing our ability to strategize winning outcomes consistently. With exceptional knowledge borne out of extensive experience dealing specifically with dog bite cases across Illinois, choosing Carlson Bier equips you with not just representation but dedication redefined – because here your peace-of-mind matters!

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Colona Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our Illinois-based team of legal professionals specializes in personal injury law with a particular focus on the significant issue of dog bite injuries. We understand how traumatic and devastating these experiences can be, often resulting in severe emotional distress and physical harm that could fundamentally alter your quality of life.

Dog bite injuries are more common than you may think, with over 4.5 million Americans bitten each year according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Of course, every case is unique – ranging from minor wounds to substantial damages requiring extensive rehabilitation. Considering these diverse possibilities, it’s clear why choosing an experienced personal injury attorney becomes invaluable for those dealing with such complex claims.

The intricacies of Dog Bite Injury law require rigorous attention to detail and nuanced handling. At Carlson Bier:

– We succinctly appreciate the medical implications associated with dog bites including lacerations, punctures, infection risks along with potential psychological trauma.

– Our lawyers possess in-depth understanding about various aspects of applicable laws, leash ordinances to tenant-landlord liabilities associated with such incidents.

– We are backed by experience gleaned from multiple successfully resolved cases encompassing different breeds like Pitbulls renowned for their aggressive tendencies or smaller breeds not widely known for their capacity to cause serious damage.

What sets us apart is our personalized approach towards each case we handle. Our attorneys adeptly elucidate intricate legal processes ensuring that you understand your rights thoroughly whilst helping navigate through multifarious insurance procedures that get activated post such incidents.

Compensation attainable post a dog bite incident varies greatly depending upon severity of injuries incurred paired alongside grounds on which you establish liability against the owner or caregiver. It encompasses direct expenses arising from medical treatments but also indirect losses like wage loss due to inability to work or diminished overall life enjoyment owing to inflicted mental anguish.

Our objective remains singular: To ensure maximum possible compensation whilst alleviating associated stresses paving way for smooth recovery process during challenging times. At Carlson Bier, we proudly maintain exemplary success rates in securing substantial settlements on behalf of our dog bite victims.

What does your canine-related personal injury claim potentially amount to? It’s affirmative that without having an adept legal professional assess the particulars of your case, it might be challenging to gauge its true worth. Therefore, as a final point and perhaps one of significant importance: We strongly encourage you click the button below providing us with essential details enabling us to accurately evaluate what your case is potentially worth, free of cost without any obligations attached.

Remember each incident bears unique circumstances with involvement of varied factors influencing settlement amounts which is where our expertise comes into play providing calculated insights about potential compensation figures. Because at the end – You deserve not just justice but also rightful compensation for damages inflicted upon you or loved ones due to negligent actions of others.

Carlson Bier welcomes you onboard aiding in this pursuit deploying astute knowledge backed by practiced skills ensuring best possible outcomes – After all, when it comes to defending rights for those injured due to dog bites in Illinois – Few can match up with the finesse delivered by our staunch legal advocates ardently working towards your cause.

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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 Colona

Cycling Crashes

Dedicated to legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' lack of care or dangerous conditions.

Fire Injuries

Giving skilled legal advice for people of major burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Physician Malpractice

Extending dedicated legal assistance for clients affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Products Liability

Taking on cases involving problematic products, extending adept legal guidance to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Malpractice

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring fairness.

Slip and Trip Occurrences

Skilled in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking redress for their damages.

Infant Wounds

Extending legal guidance for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Incidents

Incidents: Focused on aiding individuals of car accidents gain reasonable compensation for damages and harm.

Motorcycle Collisions

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

Big Rig Accident

Ensuring experienced legal services for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate claims for losses.

Construction Accidents

Concentrated on advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Cognitive Traumas

Focused on offering specialized legal assistance for persons suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Traumas

Skilled in handling cases for people who have suffered harms from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Jogger Accidents

Expert in legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Unjust Demise

Standing up for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and experienced legal assistance to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Specializing in defending victims with vertebral damage, offering professional legal services to secure redress.

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