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About Carlson Bier Associates

Suffering from dog bite injuries? Look to Carlson Bier. This eminent law firm specializes in personal injury cases and has particular expertise in dog bite incidents. Our diligent attorneys apprehend Glencoe city ordinances and Illinois state laws meticulously, making us proficient at handling such sensitive lawsuits effectively. Why does choosing Carlson Bier make a difference? We believe that every client deserves individual attention; therefore, we strategize uniquely for each case rather than using generic templates. Our dedicated legal team thoroughly investigates the incident for you– unravelling crucial details to build a robust case based on factual evidence and potential negligence liability of pet owners under the Animal Control Act of Illinois State Law 510 ILCS 5/2.1., as well as other applicable laws if needed! With an impeccable reputation for recovering substantial compensations, our goal is ensuring you receive fair compensation covering medical treatment costs or suffering endured due to your mishap. Trust Carlson Bier with your Dog Bite Injuries lawsuit – where we aim not merely to represent, but also deliver justice.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Glencoe Illinois

At the Carlson Bier law firm, we understand that being a victim of a dog bite injury can lead to physical pain, fear, and financial strain. It’s no secret; dog bites are more common than many people realize. As personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, we’ve represented countless victims who have suffered from such unfortunate incidents.

We believe you should know two fundamental things about these injuries: first is the severity and consequences they carry; secondly is your right to seek compensation under Illinois law. Dog bites can lead to severe injuries, including puncture wounds, scars, infections and even psychological trauma. There are frequent situations where victims require medical treatment such as rabies shots or plastic surgery due to disfigurement.

Here at Carlson Bier, not only do we fight for justice but also assure that our clients receive rightful compensation whether it be lost wages due to inability to work after an attack incident or damages relating directly to emotional distress caused by the accident.

Illinois law favors the victim when it comes to dog bite cases; it operates on a ‘strict liability’ basis. This means that owners cannot escape liability by claiming they had no idea their dog could be dangerous which significantly strengthens your claim once you choose us as your legal representatives.

Whether you were attacked on someone else’s property or public space if a negligent handler or owner failed to control their animal – You may be eligible for financial recovery under Illinois law. Key considerations include:

• Severity of the incurred injury

• Extent of the negligence/breach of duty

• Medical costs directly linked with treatment

• Past/Future loss of earnings due to sustained injuries

Moving forward after experiencing a traumatic event like a dog bite can feel daunting and often confusing without proper guidance and support build upon solid experience provided by professionals like us… At Carlson Bier, we are driven by compassion for each client’s unique situation coupled with aggressiveness towards fighting tirelessly on their behalf. With us, rest assured we will stop at nothing to ensure that the compensation given is fair and just in each case. The aftermath of a dog bite can be devastating but knowing your rights and having experienced representation on your side can make a significant difference.

Building a solid dog bite claim often involves robust evidence gathering which might include medical records, photographs of the injuries, witness statements and such… Apart from this step-by-step assistance inably strong case structure, our personalized approach offers emotional support during these trying times. We know how draining legal battles can be for victims – think of us as not just your attorneys, but your partners who are committed to achieving the best outcome possible for you.

Remember: Time is vital when it comes to personal injury claims like dog bites as there’s a statute of limitations governing these kinds of circumstances in Illinois state laws – DO NOT delay seeking expert advice… Carlson Bier is readily available with seasoned professionals eager to handle these potentially complex liability disputes…

Interested in discovering what your individual case could be worth? Take control today rather than sitting fearfully in uncertainty— pursue justice along the side of people who sincerely care about making things right again after a highly unfortunate occurrence such as becoming victimized by a dog attack … You don’t have to navigate through undiscovered legal territory alone; Our team at Carlson Bier is ready here waiting for you! Click on the button below now – rightfully empower yourself despite past hardships faced… Uncover exactly what your specific dog bite injury compensation claim value genuinely holds…

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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 Glencoe

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Expert in legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or risky conditions.

Burn Injuries

Providing professional legal help for patients of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Medical Incompetence

Ensuring expert legal advice for clients affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Obligation

Handling cases involving faulty products, extending expert legal support to customers affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Misconduct

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

Stumble and Trip Accidents

Skilled in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking redress for their harm.

Childbirth Wounds

Offering legal aid for kin affected by medical incompetence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Auto Crashes

Accidents: Devoted to guiding clients of car accidents obtain reasonable remuneration for harms and destruction.

Bike Incidents

Focused on providing legal services for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

Truck Mishap

Extending professional legal representation for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for harms.

Construction Site Collisions

Committed to representing staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Cognitive Harms

Focused on offering expert legal assistance for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Injuries

Adept at addressing cases for people who have suffered damages from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Dedicated to legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Unfair Demise

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and adept legal support to ensure compensation.

Spine Damage

Expert in assisting persons with paralysis, offering dedicated legal representation to secure settlement.

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