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About Carlson Bier Associates

Specializing in Dog Bite Injuries, Carlson Bier is the powerhouse of legal representation that victims deserve. Steadfastly dedicated to delivering justice for those who have been injured by dog bites, their enduring commitment has brought numerous clients the rightful compensation they deserve. The sterling reputation of Carlson Bier in representing such cases sets them apart as a premier choice for victims in search of redress. Recognized for their keen understanding of Illinois’ complex dog bite laws and aggressive litigation style, clients find confidence knowing that their case is being handled by distinguished professionals with unrivaled expertise. Through meticulous investigation and strategic planning, material loss or physical suffering due to dog bite incidents are effectively translated into tangible claims providing better chances at successful outcomes. Committed to personalized attention, each case at Carlson Bier receives extensive time and concerted effort from our compassionate attorneys ensuring your best interest always takes precedence. If you are seeking a team who will zealously fight on your behalf while navigating through the complexities confidently, look no further than Carlson Bier – leaders amongst Dog Bite Injury Attorneys.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Dayton Illinois

Dog bite injuries can be severely traumatic both physically and emotionally, affecting victims in profoundly damaging ways. At Carlson Bier, we understand the devastating impact that such events can have on your life and are committed to representing individuals who have been unfortunate victims of these tragedies in Illinois.

Dog bites often result in a spectrum of wounds from punctures and fractures to lacerations and infections. The physical consequences extend beyond immediate medical treatment, encroaching into the realm of possible rabies shots, follow-up treatments, surgeries for severe cases, and even psychological counselling due to developed fears or anxieties.

There exists an underlined responsibility upon pet owners in Illinois by law to prevent these occurrences as far as they can control their pets. However, many dog owners fail in fulfilling this duty. It’s crucial that you understand your rights if you or anyone related to you is involved in such an unfortunate event – stringently detailed under the Illinois Animal Control Act (510 ILCS 5/). This act stipulates that dog owners must take full responsibility for any harm caused by their dogs unless the victim provoked it.

Here at Carlson Bier:

– We help secure financial compensation warranted by damages you’ve incurred.

– Our area of expertise encompasses investigating negligence claims surrounding dog bite incidents.

– We’ll represent your best interests before insurance companies.

– Carson Bier ensures amicable or beneficial settlements or aims towards a court decision favoring our client’s interests.

Choosing our personal injury lawyer group ensures exhaustive analysis knowledge applied aggressively on your behalf combined with empathy garnered through years of helping numerous clients wade through overwhelming paths towards legal restitution.

Our team initiates investigations rapidly following accidents; commencing evidence preservation efforts immediately coupled with advisory recommendations aiding avoidance of common missteps victims make after encountering such an incident that may negatively influence their case’s outcome.

The thrust of our firm pivots around crucial aspects like identifying responsible parties & understanding extent-based impacts sprouting out from dog bite incidents. Simply put, we throw a wide net encompassing all aspects – medical expense scopes, possibilities of future treatments or surgeries required, lost wage calculation, quantifying trauma-based suffering in terms of compensation warranted, etc.

Legally speaking in Illinois’ context, the intricate mapping between ‘strict liability rules’, ‘one bite rules’ and statues governing liability insurance adds complex layers to these cases. Here at Carlson Bier:

– Our proactive approach facilitates drain-out of legal complexities.

– Professionals with us investigate responsibly to attribute negligence correctly.

– Insurance claim-related negotiations on your behalf enable rightful restitution.

We are driven by an infallible commitment towards ethical practices built upon investigative thoroughness and due legal process representation that has helped countless victims secure their rights. At every juncture of our interaction will you find empathize woven seamlessly into our efforts to assist you best while traversing the path towards justifiable compensation.

At Carlson Bier, our focus is ensuring justice for those injured due to others’ negligence; this includes dog bites right here in Illinois. We have honed detailed strategies customized against breed-specific behavior patterns and applied successfully for clients over years to help achieve desired outcomes across a myriad spectrum of contexts like public places viz parks or private properties & owned residences where these bitter occurrences unravel themselves mostly.

Remember! Even when injuries seem minor after such episodes initially, there might be subsequent complications setting out rather belatedly; which would render delayed action detrimental from both health-based well-being aspects as well as securing deserved compensation perspectives from negligent parties concerned.

Don’t hesitate further and take the first significant step towards reprisal today! Click below to understand how much your case might be worth based on real-world experiences backed statistical damages data collations refined by us over extensive litigation representations spanning several years exclusively within Illinois premises for dog bite incident victims like yourself. Let’s begin our journey together towards securing justice fairly deserved by you following such unfortunate traumatic damages endured due to others’ negligence.

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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 Dayton

Bike Mishaps

Focused on legal representation for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' indifference or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Burns

Giving professional legal help for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by events or carelessness.

Medical Malpractice

Extending specialist legal assistance for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Items Liability

Addressing cases involving problematic products, supplying adept legal services to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Abuse

Supporting the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in aged care environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip & Trip Mishaps

Professional in tackling trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking justice for their injuries.

Birth Damages

Extending legal aid for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Auto Collisions

Mishaps: Devoted to helping patients of car accidents obtain reasonable payout for wounds and damages.

Motorcycle Mishaps

Expert in providing legal support for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Semi Incident

Offering experienced legal services for persons involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for harms.

Worksite Collisions

Engaged in supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or misconduct.

Cognitive Damages

Specializing in providing specialized legal assistance for patients suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Harms

Adept at dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from K9 assaults or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Incidents

Specializing in legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Unjust Demise

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and skilled legal support to ensure fairness.

Neural Trauma

Dedicated to representing clients with paralysis, offering professional legal support to secure recovery.

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