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Suffering from a dog bite injury in East Alton? Trust Carlson Bier, the premier personal Injury attorney group championing the rights of Dog Bite Injuries victims. Endorsed by multiple esteemed law institutions throughout Illinois, our excellent track record bears witness to an unwavering commitment and proven expertise in tackling such cases assertively and effectively. We utilize strategic methods tailored to Dog Bite Injuries with maximal compensation as our goal. Our knowledgeable team navigates each stage meticulously while ensuring that you understand your rights and legal options. By choosing Carlson Bier, you are aligning with professionals who diligently prioritize your interests – putting forth decades of experience to establish liability, calculate fair damage estimates including emotional distress or loss of earnings linked with these injuries. At Carlson Bier, we don’t simply offer legal counsel; we deliver justice for those affected by Dog Bite injuries within East Alton through powerful legal advocacy.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in East Alton Illinois

When man’s best friend becomes your personal nightmare, Carlson Bier is here to help. As a leading group of personal injury attorneys in Illinois, we specialize in cases involving dog bite injuries. We understand how traumatic such incidents can be, causing not only physical pain but also emotional trauma that ranges from anxiety to severe post-traumatic stress disorder.

Dog bite incidents are surprisingly common with nearly 4.5 million Americans experiencing them every year and about 800,000 requiring medical treatment. Dog bites or attacks can result in serious injuries like puncture wounds, facial injuries, nerve damage and even fatal outcomes due to infections like rabies or sepsis.

Here at Carlson Bier our legal team is equipped with the knowledge and competency to manage such complicated cases efficiently:

• Our attorneys possess vast experience in negotiating with insurance companies ensuring you obtain fair compensation for your medical bills.

• We have proven litigation skills which come handy if your case needs to go to trial.

• Our mission is providing personalized attention – we assess each client situation distinctively and explain legal proceedings explicitly.

Our dedication brings us success; countless individuals and their families have benefited greatly from having Carlson Bier on their side when dealing with dog bite injury aftermaths.

Illinois implements strict regulations regarding pet ownership including the “Animal Control Act.” Under this act, pet owners are responsibly held liable for any harm caused by their animals – this includes not just bites but scratches too. You should know that being injured by a dog gives you certain rights:

• Right to Seek Medical Attention: Always seek immediate medical care following any animal attack incident

• Right to Compensation: If an animal attacked unprovoked while out of owner enclosement or off leash – the victim may pursue damages.

The amount of compensation varies depending upon individual circumstances such age of victim, nature & severity of injury amongst others which all contribute towards pain & suffering element apart from expected expenses.

Dealing with dog bites can be stressful and overwhelming. At Carlson Bier, we strive to make the process as smooth as possible for our clients. We ensure that your rights are protected and you receive the necessary support during this challenging time.

We are passionate about helping individuals who suffered from dog bite injuries – personalizing legal strategies to secure maximum compensation swiftly while prioritizing client satisfaction throughout the entire journey.

Dog bite injuries should not be taken lightly. They can leave lasting physical and emotional scars if not handled properly. You don’t have to face this alone, we at Carlson Bier, the distinguished Personal Injury Attorney Group from Illinois, can guide you through every step of this daunting journey with utmost professional care ensuring swift justice!

Let us bring light into your life post such traumatic incidents; click on the button below to evaluate how much your case could potentially be worth! Trust in our proven record of accomplishment and have peace of mind knowing that when you work with Carlson Bier, excellence is what you will get.

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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 East Alton

Bicycle Mishaps

Specializing in legal services for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or perilous conditions.

Scald Traumas

Giving professional legal advice for individuals of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Physician Malpractice

Extending expert legal advice for clients affected by healthcare malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Goods Responsibility

Dealing with cases involving problematic products, delivering adept legal help to victims affected by defective items.

Aged Abuse

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Trip & Stumble Incidents

Specialist in handling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal representation to individuals seeking compensation for their damages.

Neonatal Traumas

Offering legal aid for families affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Accidents

Crashes: Dedicated to aiding victims of car accidents obtain equitable remuneration for hurts and harm.

Motorcycle Incidents

Dedicated to providing legal support for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Trucking Collision

Extending adept legal services for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for hurts.

Construction Site Incidents

Dedicated to assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or negligence.

Brain Harms

Specializing in ensuring compassionate legal representation for persons suffering from head injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Harms

Proficient in tackling cases for people who have suffered injuries from dog bites or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Focused on legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering damages.

Undeserved Passing

Fighting for families affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and experienced legal guidance to ensure restitution.

Neural Damage

Expert in assisting individuals with spine impairments, offering professional legal assistance to secure compensation.

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