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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’re residing in Crete and seeking adept representation for a dog bite injury case, look no further than the distinguished Carlson Bier law firm. Our proficient attorneys are seasoned in successfully handling these complex cases, understanding both the emotional trauma and physical injuries suffered by victims of dog bites. We take pride in our comprehensive knowledge of Illinois laws pertaining to such incidents which enable us to navigate legal proceedings efficiently.

What sets us apart at Carlson Bier is not just our high success rate but also our meticulous attention to detail and compassionate client service. Every case matters, every story heard as we work towards obtaining rightful compensatory damages for medical expenses or lost wages due to your injuries caused by negligent pet owners.

Securing the assistance of an experienced lawyer from Carlson Bier significantly strengthens your position when pursuing justice after experiencing a traumatic incident such as a dog bite. Rely on us; we strive diligently to protect citizens’ rights against personal injury liabilities across Illinois including within the community of Crete.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Crete Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand deeply the traumatic experience that can occur with a dog bite injury. As highly specialized personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, our primary mission is to enlighten you about your legal rights and possible recourse actions. Dog bites, although common, often bring along swathes of serious physical injuries and psychological trauma, hence it’s important for everyone to grasp an understanding of how these cases are approached by law in Illinois.

Esteemed for our wealth of knowledge gained from handling countless dog bite incidents throughout our service years – this information will shed light on key issues surrounding this subject. The state of Illinois adheres strictly to the ‘strict liability’ rule regarding animal attacks or specifically – dog bites. Thus, it states that a pet owner stands accountable if their pet assaults another individual (unprovoked). However, if the victim was trespassing or provoking the dog leading up to the attack – such cases may call for varied application of these rules.

Deciphering these nuances may seem daunting; here’s where expert personal injury attorneys like us at Carlson Bier come into play. Our job entails comprehending your unique case thoroughly and evaluating how best to represent your interests legally.

• Asserting Liability: Our team collects shreds of evidence that clearly identifies ownership of the aggressive dog.

• Documenting Injuries: We ensure capturing all medical reports pertaining to injuries sustained while securing testimony from relevant healthcare providers.

• Proving Negligence: If need be, we work hard to demonstrate negligence on part of the pet owner leading up to your unfortunate encounter.

Taking active steps post-dog bite incident can also be instrumental in building a strong case:

• Seek Immediate Medical Attention

• Report Incident To Authorities

• Collect Witness Information (if any)

• Photograph Your Wounds

In addition, knowledge about possible compensation types available under Illinoian law can aid victims immensely.

a. Economic Damages: This includes tangible losses such as medical bills, property damage, loss of earnings due to inability to work etc.

b. Non-Economic Damages: This encompasses compensation for intangible elements such as the pain and suffering a victim endures following their traumatic ordeal.

c. Punitive Damages: Rarely awarded but these serve as punishments for exceptionally careless actions or behaviors.

It is our strong belief at Carlson Bier that no dog bite sufferer should be left in the dark about their rightful recourse options or potential compensation they might be entitled to under Illinois law. We excel in providing competent legal representation while prioritizing compassionate service during what can surely be difficult times in your life.

The entire spectrum of filing a personal injury lawsuit may seem daunting and complex – rest assured, you don’t have to navigate this arduous journey alone. Having adequate support by your side can sometimes make all the difference; beneath lies an opportunity just for that! Wondering how much your case might be worth? Our highly-skilled Illinois-based team is more than equipped to offer expert evaluation upon consultation- click on the button below right now and take one step forward towards safeguarding your rightful 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 Crete

Bicycle Crashes

Expert in legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or unsafe conditions.

Flame Traumas

Offering expert legal support for people of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Physician Incompetence

Ensuring professional legal advice for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Liability

Handling cases involving defective products, delivering adept legal assistance to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Abuse

Supporting the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip and Stumble Occurrences

Adept in handling trip accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking redress for their injuries.

Neonatal Traumas

Offering legal assistance for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Incidents: Concentrated on aiding victims of car accidents secure fair payout for injuries and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Expert in providing representation for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

Semi Collision

Ensuring expert legal assistance for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for injuries.

Construction Mishaps

Focused on assisting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or negligence.

Cognitive Traumas

Focused on extending specialized legal advice for persons suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Harms

Adept at addressing cases for clients who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Incidents

Expert in legal advocacy for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Wrongful Passing

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and adept legal guidance to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Injury

Expert in advocating for patients with spine impairments, offering professional legal services to secure redress.

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