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If you or a loved one has unfortunately become the victim of a dog bite injury in Glenwood, Carlson Bier is positioned as the right choice for experienced and compassionate legal representation. Injury cases involving dog bites require not just an understanding of Illinois laws but also meticulous attention to details regarding medical records, witnesses’ statements, and local ordinances related to pet ownership – all aspects that Carlson Bier attorneys excel at. The law firm’s superior litigation skills are evident through their exemplary track record in securing fair compensation from negligent parties – regardless of whether it involves intricate negotiations with insurance companies or intense courtroom battles. Beyond their unwavering commitment towards clients’ rights and justice, what sets them apart is personalized service complemented by open communication throughout the complex legal process. When choosing an attorney for coping with such distressing circumstances, opt for professionals who prioritize your peace of mind over everything else – opt for Carlson Bier! They understand what Dog Bite Injuries victims go through; hence they fight relentlessly day-in-and-out ensuring justice prevails.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Glenwood Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we adeptly navigate the complexities of personal injury law with a particular emphasis on dog bite injuries. As an experienced legal team based in Illinois, we understand the intricacies of personal injury cases and possess extensive knowledge about claims involving animal attacks. Our attorneys will guide you through this labyrinthine process to secure the compensation you deserve.

Dog bites can lead to severe physical trauma, emotional distress, and significant financial burdens due to medical bills or lost wages from time off work. These injuries require immediate and ongoing care for full recovery—surgical interventions, rehabilitation efforts, psychological support services—and may leave one incapacitated for an extended period creating a massive impact on your everyday life.

It’s critical to know that Illinois subscribes to “strict liability” when it comes to dog bite injuries. This means that the pet owner is held responsible if their dog injures someone else unless there’s proof that the bitten individual provoked the animal intentionally or was trespassing.

Here are some key points on strict liability:

• The injured person doesn’t have to prove negligence or fault on part of the dog owner.

• Claims under strict liability laws can be easier and quicker than those based on negligence alone.

• In cases where the victim has not trespassed or provoked attack, Illinois law leans heavily towards favoriting victims seeking compensation.

Following a serious incident as such, many find themselves asking what steps they need to take next. At Carlson Bier our proficient attorneys recommend these actions:

1) Seek immediate medical attention even if wounds appear superficial; often underlying complications might resurface later leading tounforeseen issues.

2) Document everything rigorously including photos of your injuries, expenses incurred for treatment and repair (if property was damaged), witness statements et cetera.

3) Report incident promptly both to local law enforcement agencies as well as animal control so they can file suitable reports detailing circumstances surrounding it – these reports are incredibly useful while building your case.

4) Finally, get in touch with a knowledgeable legal expert who has experience dealing with dog bite incidents and personal injury law.

It is crucial to understand that the aftermath of a dog bite incident can be brutal both physically and emotionally. Hence, vigorously protecting your legal rights becomes all the more essential. At Carlson Bier our seasoned lawyers bring years of expertise and insight to every case providing hands-on detailed attention ensuring efficient processing of your claim while standing committed to securing maximum permissible compensation.

We understand how distressing it can feel handling burdensome medical bills or disputing insurance firms post such overwhelming experiences – trust us when we say you aren’t in this battle alone. With Carlson Bier by your side, you’ll gain a compassionate ally guiding you through each step fearlessly advocating on your behalf against negligent individuals as well as tenacious insurers.

Safeguarding one’s rightful dues shouldn’t come tagged with apprehensions about costs hence at Carlson Bier we work on a contingency fee basis which means unless we successfully secure compensation for you there are not any legal fees charged. It’s our dedication towards leveling playing fields so victims access proficient representation regardless their financial circumstances.

You deserve justice and fair recompense after falling victim to such an unfortunate event, don’t let it slip away because of lack of information or proper legal representation. Secure yourself the best chance at substantial restitution; click on the button below to find out just how much your case is worth.

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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 Glenwood

Cycling Incidents

Proficient in legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Burn Traumas

Offering expert legal support for people of severe burn injuries caused by events or indifference.

Healthcare Incompetence

Ensuring experienced legal advice for persons affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Accountability

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, delivering adept legal support to individuals affected by harmful products.

Elder Malpractice

Protecting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to malpractice in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip & Fall Mishaps

Expert in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking restitution for their losses.

Neonatal Damages

Providing legal support for households affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Collisions

Collisions: Committed to guiding clients of car accidents secure fair remuneration for hurts and destruction.

Motorbike Mishaps

Committed to providing representation for victims involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

Truck Incident

Delivering professional legal support for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for losses.

Building Mishaps

Engaged in advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or misconduct.

Brain Traumas

Committed to delivering expert legal assistance for individuals suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Traumas

Specialized in addressing cases for people who have suffered injuries from K9 assaults or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Collisions

Dedicated to legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Undeserved Passing

Fighting for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, providing empathetic and expert legal services to ensure fairness.

Neural Injury

Expert in defending patients with vertebral damage, offering expert legal assistance to secure settlement.

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