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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with the aftermath of a dog bite injury, it can be overwhelming and challenging to understand your rights. As such situations require knowledgeable legal guidance, Carlson Bier is here for you. Our firm, renowned in Illinois for its expertise in personal injury law and particularly dog bite injuries, stands out as an optimal choice for individuals seeking aid. We work tirelessly to ensure that every client we assist receives comprehensive representation – prioritizing their needs while fiercely advocating on their behalf. Years of experience have equipped us with a distinct understanding of Illinois’ unique laws surrounding animal attack cases, empowering us to orchestrate effective strategies tailored to each case’s circumstances and complexities. With our seasoned team by your side at Carlson Bier, you gain the assurance that your concerns are addressed thoroughly and justice sought diligently after a traumatic event as debilitating as a dog bite incident – reinforcing why we remain top consideration for those who need an adept lawyer handling Dog Bite Injuries.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Deer Park Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our esteemed team of personal injury attorneys possesses expertise in a wide variety of areas, one of which is dog bite injuries. We understand the traumatic effects such incidents can cause and hence extend our full support to every client who seeks legal assistance in this regard. Our home state of Illinois lays witness to numerous dog bite incidents each year that lead to serious physical injuries and emotional distress.

Dog bites can result in severe skin wounds, nerve damage, infections from bacteria or diseases carried by dogs such as rabies, or psychological trauma especially among children. These complications can warrant medical attention which includes not just the cost of immediate treatment, but also expensive surgeries or rehabilitation therapies if the injuries are critical. Moreover, victims may lose income due to taking time off work for healing their body and mind.

When it comes to legal rights surrounding dog bite incidents, there are specific aspects you need to know:

• Respective Liability: In most scenarios within Illinois law, the owner of the pet is held liable when their dog inflicts harm onto someone.

• One Bite Rule: This rule does not apply in our state because liability here isn’t exclusively limited to situations where an owner knows their pet has vicious tendencies due to previous aggression.

This goes hand-in-hand with demonstrating Responsible Ownership as pets must be kept on a leash unless they’re on private property with permission from its owner or occupant. Failure to abide may incur penalties besides being liable for any harm caused by negligent handling.

Navigating these laws around canine-inflicted scars can be challenging without professional legal assistance; this is where Carlson Bier comes into play.

With extensive experience in tackling cases involving animal attacks—especially those resulting from canine aggression—our skilled attorneys make sure that all facts are duly analyzed and utilized effectively while developing a convincing argument against negligent parties involved.

The primary goal at Carlson Bier is ensuring justice for our clients so they receive rightful compensation covering all medical expenses, income losses, property damage if any and non-material damage relevant to their personal circumstances such as suffering and trauma. In many cases, we have successfully procured settlements before it becomes necessary for trials in court.

At Carlson Bier, our attorneys take pride in providing tailored advice catered specifically around individual client needs and circumstances of the situation at hand. Good listening skills together with meticulous attention towards every tiny detail forms a foundation stone for crafting cogent legal strategies intended at obtaining optimal outcomes pertinent to each case.

The lawyers at Carlson Bier also remain up-to-date with latest amendments made within Illinois statutes regarding animal attacks besides conducting regular sessions to familiarize themselves with various dog breeds and corresponding behavioral traits. This insight is instrumental while establishing owner negligence which may be responsible for your infliction.

Proactive consultation is another core value that withstands our engagement cycle right from registering the case until its eventual resolution; thus ensuring that you never feel left out during any phase of this journey towards achieving rightful reparation.

On a final note, understand that timely action bears immense weightage here as Illinois law allows only 2 years from the injury’s date for filing a lawsuit against parties liable in a dog bite scenario. Slight delay can imply forfeiting your rights on claim recovery completely; hence we stress heavily on maintaining punctuality with all requisite undertakings involved.

If you’ve recently suffered from a dog bite incident causing physical or emotional harm then reach out to us immediately! Click on the button below now to access our tool estimating possible claim worth based on unique factors linked with your situation – remember it’s fast & free! Reclaiming what can’t simply be “let go” starts with one small step taken today!

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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 Deer Park

Pedal Cycle Incidents

Focused on legal advocacy for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Scald Wounds

Providing expert legal help for patients of major burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Hospital Malpractice

Delivering specialist legal advice for clients affected by healthcare malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Responsibility

Managing cases involving problematic products, supplying specialist legal guidance to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Geriatric Abuse

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in aged care environments, ensuring protection.

Slip & Slip Accidents

Professional in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking restitution for their injuries.

Birth Injuries

Providing legal assistance for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Mishaps

Mishaps: Dedicated to supporting patients of car accidents secure fair recompense for harms and damages.

Motorcycle Mishaps

Focused on providing legal assistance for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

Truck Incident

Extending experienced legal representation for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for injuries.

Worksite Crashes

Dedicated to defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Brain Traumas

Focused on delivering specialized legal representation for victims suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Harms

Specialized in handling cases for people who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Accidents

Dedicated to legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Loss

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and professional legal representation to ensure compensation.

Vertebral Injury

Dedicated to advocating for persons with paralysis, offering specialized legal services to secure compensation.

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