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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with unfortunate circumstances like dog bite injuries, choosing the right law firm is vital. Carlson Bier stands as your dedicated support through such distressing times. Our vast experience and adept understanding of nuanced Illinois laws surrounding dog bite injuries provide victims a robust defense in their pursuit of justice. We believe that one shouldn’t suffer needless financial or emotional burdens due to another’s negligence and work relentlessly until fair compensation is attained for medical expenses, pain, suffering or mental anguish. Aiming to alleviate stress during the process, unyielding compassion and integrity define our methodical approach. As specialized personal injury attorneys under Illinois jurisdiction, Carlson Bier embodies professionalism matched by few others within this field – striving to serve clients with excellence at every turn on their road towards recovery from painful episodes involving dog bites.

With results driving trust among countless satisfied clients throughout areas we serve; we are more than equipped to handle your case effectively regardless of how challenging it might seem initially! Grasp serenity while leaving legal complexities in capable hands – Trust Carlson Bier for all your Dog Bite Injury litigation needs!

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in El Paso Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our group of premier personal injury attorneys specializes in a myriad of areas, one such being dog bite injuries. Located in the heart of Illinois, our firm has the ideal blend of experience and passion to uphold your rights effectively.

Dog bites can often lead to serious physical and emotional trauma. In certain cases, they may even require expensive medical treatments or eventually result in long-term disabilities. We consider it imperative to make you aware that as per the Illinois Animal Control Act, dog owners are liable if their pet attacks an individual without provocation while they are conducting themselves peacefully on any public property or lawfully within private premises.

As specialists in this specific field, we bear crucial insights regarding what constitutes a solid case:

• Solid Evidence: This can include pictures of your injuries, photos from the scene & witness testimonies.

• Medical Records: Obtain documentation proving you sought treatment for your injuries following the incident.

• Proof Of Ownership: It’s fundamental to ascertain that the person you believe owns the dog actually does.

To further educate about possible claims post a dog bite injury, here is detailed information on some categories:

• Medical Treatment Costs: You have every right to seek remuneration for expenses borne towards treating your injury.

• Loss Of Income: If because of recovery time or permanent disability from the incident you face loss in wages or future earning potential.

• Emotional Distress Compensation: Damage compensation isn’t just limited to physical harm but extends to trauma faced after such incidents too.

Accompanying these key points are frequent misconceptions related to filing a personal injury claim:

• Assumption That Claim Process Is Fast And Easy: Contrarily enough, insurance companies strive hard to diminish their expense by prolonging legal battles or persuading victims with low settlement offers.

• The Belief That Legal Loopholes Don’t Exist: They do! Circumstances vary based on whether individuals were trespassing at the occurrence time, provoking the dog or neglecting to read warning signs.

• Choosing Not To Hire A Lawyer: An individual may assume they can manage the claim by themselves but professional assistance brings forward significant advantages like negotiating power and legal experience.

Our cadre of attorneys at Carlson Bier carries solid expertise in these areas. We adopt a systematic approach to personal injury cases involving dog bites, right from identifying liable parties and insurance coverage, estimating costs incurred due to injuries accurately and deciding upon a fair compensation amount through extensive negotiations with liable parties.

All intense litigation aside, we understand that legal discourse could often become stressful for our clients already going through traumatic experiences. Hence, we prioritize providing compassionate support throughout your journey towards justice while ensuring an insurmountable commitment to provide results beneficial for you.

In conclusion, Carlson Bier stands unmatched when it comes to assisting victims of dog bite injuries in Illinois. As established personal injury lawyers, we comprehend how crucial securing maximum compensation via legal representation is following such incidents. Contemplating if this is the right path? Click on the button below to determine what your case might be worth realistically based on our wide range of past successful settlements. We look forward to offering only top-tier service while employing comprehensive strategies tailored really just for you!

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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 El Paso

Bicycle Collisions

Proficient in legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's negligence or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Extending adept legal support for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by events or carelessness.

Healthcare Incompetence

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

Items Obligation

Handling cases involving faulty products, delivering expert legal assistance to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Elder Malpractice

Defending the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble & Stumble Occurrences

Specialist in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking recovery for their harm.

Childbirth Damages

Offering legal assistance for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in birth injuries.

Car Mishaps

Mishaps: Dedicated to assisting sufferers of car accidents get just recompense for harms and damages.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Committed to providing representation for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Trucking Incident

Ensuring expert legal services for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful compensation for damages.

Construction Crashes

Engaged in supporting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Injuries

Dedicated to extending professional legal services for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Injuries

Proficient in tackling cases for persons who have suffered harms from K9 assaults or animal assaults.

Jogger Mishaps

Expert in legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Unjust Demise

Standing up for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying caring and skilled legal representation to ensure fairness.

Neural Trauma

Specializing in advocating for victims with paralysis, offering dedicated legal representation to secure justice.

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