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Experiencing a dog bite injury can be distressing, overwhelming and potentially life altering. Regardless of the circumstances surrounding your unfortunate ordeal, Carlson Bier provides exceptional legal representation for victims,right in Illinois State. Our firm specializes in personal injury law with a distinctive emphasis on dog bite injuries cases. Being victimized by an aggressive pet triggers profound physical pain and emotional torment. It is within your rights to seek commensurate compensation; we at Carlson Bier are committed to championing this cause.Our proven record of impeccable client representation bears testament to our unmatched proficiency,serving communities across diverse locations.Residing or working from Elmwood Park? We extend our distinguished services keenly focusing on tailored resolutions reflecting local understanding without compromising the merits of your case.Carlson Bier endeavors to ensure every victim gets rightful justice.Entrust us with representing you through seamless navigation of these complicated legal waters, bringing culprits accountable while attaining fair recompense.Secure peace-of-mind knowing that with Carlson Bier there’s unparalleled expertise by every measure safeguarding your interests tirelessly.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Elmwood Park Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that a dog bite injury isn’t merely about physical pain – it’s also an emotionally distressing event that can lead to severe trauma. As an experienced personal injury attorney group in Illinois, we are dedicated to offering comprehensive legal assistance catered explicitly to victims of dog bites injuries while ensuring the information and advice rendered is easy to comprehend.

Undergoing a painful situation as this requires understanding the intricacies of the law related to dog bites. In the state of Illinois, liability for a dog attack rests directly on the pet owner or keeper at the time of damage under 510 ILCS 5/16. It implies if you are injured by another’s individual’s dog without any provocation while peaceably conducting yourself, then you have every right to seek justice using our robust legal system.

Here at Carlson Bier, we believe knowledge is power – and empowering you is essential. Key aspects one should know about Dog Bite Laws include:

● A victim of any age has a valid claim: The law doesn’t discriminate between adults and minors regarding such cases.

● No leniency provisions against first-time incidents: Whether it’s the canine’s first attack or not won’t affect your case.

● Unbelievably strict liability rules apply: Owners are held responsible even though they may have had no clue their pet could manifest aggression.

● Not limited strictly by bites: Injuries caused due to dogs knocking someone over or attacks causing emotional distress might also be considered actionable.

Our firm employs its rich knowledge in navigating these complex legal landscapes associated with canine attacks competently. We grasp how crucial medical bills recovery can be when facing grievous injuries inflicted by a supposedly friendly neighborhood puppy or a stranger’s unrestrained hound.

Painstaking preparation is integral; hence Carlson Bier goes above and beyond standard practices – amassing critical evidence, speaking with witnesses, hashing through medical records – ensuring maximum compensation awards possible for our clients. We work meticulously, unearthing every detail, to unveil acts of negligence that initiated the incident, all in a mission to deliver justice.

The law acknowledges your right to safe public areas and communities where you should be free from such unfortunate occurrences. Yet if faced with such an experience, it kick-starts legal remedies accessible for victims. This knowledge necessitates working hand-in-hand with personal injury attorneys who are proficient enough to adeptly represent your interests – Carlson Bier is here for precisely that role!

We understand questions abound about what steps to take when bitten by a dog. Legal repercussions following an accident could easily be overlooked during this confusing time – rest assured; we’ll advocate efficiently on your behalf while considering all potential claims.

Trust us: you don’t have to navigate the aftermath of a horrific dog bite alone! The team at Carlson Bier will provide apt guidance based on our extensive experience throughout your recovery process pursuing fair compensation tirelessly on your terms.

Worried about mounting medical bills or long-lasting impacts such as scar disfigurements and emotional trauma? Our accomplished team at Carlson Bier can ensure capturing all these aspects within your claim while providing competent representation trailblazing towards appropriate restitution rendering some solace amidst agonizing circumstances.

Whether seeking answers regarding legal recourse after canine attacks or needing assistance with ensuing litigation, reaching out to dedicated professionals is highly beneficial. Feel free to click the button below for a comprehensive evaluation of how much worth your case may carry – trust in the experts who care adequately about assisting you through this ordeal! And remember, expertise doesn’t mean complexity; we believe in keeping things straightforward yet professional, ensuring consistent communication so you know where you stand always.

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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 Elmwood Park

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Expert in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or hazardous conditions.

Fire Traumas

Extending specialist legal services for patients of serious burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Medical Misconduct

Extending expert legal support for victims affected by healthcare malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Accountability

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, extending skilled legal guidance to clients affected by harmful products.

Elder Mistreatment

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

Tumble and Trip Injuries

Adept in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking redress for their suffering.

Infant Harms

Providing legal guidance for relatives affected by medical malpractice resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Collisions: Concentrated on guiding sufferers of car accidents get just recompense for hurts and damages.

Scooter Crashes

Committed to providing legal services for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring just recovery for losses.

Big Rig Incident

Ensuring adept legal representation for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for hurts.

Construction Site Crashes

Concentrated on defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or recklessness.

Head Harms

Committed to providing compassionate legal advice for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Traumas

Adept at tackling cases for individuals who have suffered harms from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Specializing in legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Loss

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, extending compassionate and professional legal guidance to ensure justice.

Vertebral Trauma

Dedicated to defending victims with spine impairments, offering specialized legal representation to secure recovery.

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