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If you’ve been unfortunate enough to experience a dog bite injury in Genoa, Carlson Bier is your ideal choice for expert legal representation. For years, we have excelled as skillful personal injury lawyers in Illinois, specializing particularly in cases involving dog bite injuries. Understandably, incidents like these result in physical pain and emotional stress; this where our compassionate yet competent team comes into play. We aim to secure full compensation for your recovery which includes medical bills, lost wages and long-term rehabilitation if needed by lawfully handling the complexities of insurance claims or litigation processes. Remember that time frame is crucial when dealing with such situations; it’s pivotal to consult us immediately following an incident ensuring all necessary evidence would be preserved simplifying the claim process significantly. Lastly, at Carlson Bier dedication intertwines seamlessly with expertise not only making us an excellent legal ally but also promising best possible outcomes during such crisis times.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Genoa Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a dedicated team of professional personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, specializing in various areas of personal injury law, including dog bite injuries. Surprisingly enough, dog bites pose significant risks and can lead to serious physical injuries or mental trauma that could have long-term consequences for victims. It is vital those impacted fully understand their rights and the legal remedies available.

Dog bite injuries are more prevalent than most people realize. As per established statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 4.5 million individuals suffer from dog bites annually across the U.S.A alone! Though the majority of these instances don’t involve severe damages, nearly one-fifth result in injuries requiring medical attention. The effect doesn’t stop at physical harm; often victims experience emotional distress due to such traumatizing events as well.

Look out for some common symptoms following a dog bite:

• Intense pain or tenderness around the affected area.

• Noticeable redness.

• Possibility of fever indicating an infection.

• Swelling around the wound site.

• Emotional distress or anxiety about dogs or similar animals.

These symptoms could escalate if not treated promptly or properly. In worst-case scenarios, infections brought on by a dog bite may lead to sepsis—a life-threatening condition that requires immediate medical intervention.

The state laws related to dog bites vary widely, but fortunately in Illinois, we operate under ‘strict liability’ concerning these matters. What this means is simple—the owner stands entirely responsible for any harm caused by their pet biting another person without provocation unless the victim was trespassing uninvitingly on private property or attempting to commit an unlawful act upon it. The benefit here is that unlike states with “one-bite” rules where owners can escape liability if they were unaware of their pets’ propensity to attack others beforehand; our legislation offers better protection for victims.

Consider seeking help quickly when you’ve been bitten by a dog, for immediate medical aid and to ensure your legal rights are protected too. A skilled personal injury attorney can help in the following ways:

• Proper assessment and representation of your claim.

• Documentation of injuries as evidence for court proceedings or negotiations.

• Guidance through complex legal pathways.

• Maximizing compensation due.

Also, it’s noteworthy to understand that Illinois implements a statute of limitations for filing personal injury lawsuits—generally two years from the day when you got injured. Waiting longer than this duration may result in you losing out on the opportunity to seek judicial remedy.

Our tireless pursuit at Carlson Bier is to ensure you receive complete and fair recompense for any harm sustained. We understand that recovering status quo post a horrific incident demands more than just physical healing—it’s a matter of justice being served, too. We firmly believe in holding accountable negligent parties causing increased suffering in others’ life—an ethos our seasoned team efficiently fulfills every time we step into the courtroom, acting aggressively yet ethically on behalf of our esteemed clients.

Finally, if you’ve unfortunately been victimized by a dog bite incident and feel uncertain about your next course of action or have queries related to it, don’t hesitate anymore. Click on the “FIND OUT NOW” button below. Let us critically evaluate your situation for free—no strings attached—and tell how much your case could potentially be worth! Because at Carlson Bier, restoring peace back in people’s lives matters most; together we can turn adversity into an advantage!

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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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Bicycle Collisions

Dedicated to legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Extending expert legal services for victims of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Clinical Malpractice

Offering dedicated legal support for persons affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Liability

Managing cases involving unsafe products, providing adept legal assistance to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Malpractice

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in elderly care environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble and Tumble Injuries

Expert in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking justice for their losses.

Childbirth Damages

Providing legal guidance for loved ones affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Crashes

Collisions: Committed to helping clients of car accidents get equitable settlement for hurts and impairment.

Motorcycle Mishaps

Dedicated to providing legal services for individuals involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

Semi Incident

Ensuring expert legal services for victims involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for injuries.

Construction Mishaps

Committed to representing workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or misconduct.

Head Impairments

Dedicated to providing dedicated legal advice for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Injuries

Skilled in tackling cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or beast attacks.

Jogger Incidents

Expert in legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Unjust Death

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Backbone Damage

Focused on representing patients with paralysis, offering professional legal representation to secure compensation.

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