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When you or a loved one suffers from dog bite injuries in Godley, securing the services of Carlson Bier brings seasoned expertise to your side. Our exceptional team specializes in personal injury law, with a particular emphasis on cases involving dog bite incidents. Navigating the complexities of such suits requires deep understanding and experience; qualities embodied by our firm’s professionals. In this unpredictable circumstance, rest assured that Carlson Bier will tirelessly advocate for your rights, ensuring fitting compensation for medical expenses, mental anguish and other damages incurred. Excellent legal representation is particularly vital considering Illinois’ specific statutes regarding animal attacks—an area we’ve mastered over years of dedicated service. We understand every case is unique thus tailor our approach accordingly; an attribute lauded by past clients who were once in similar predicaments as yours now are—a situation nobody anticipates being confronted with yet begs immediate decisive action when it happens: choosing only the most reputable practitioner—Carlson Bier—for your Dog Bite Injuries representation needs.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Godley Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we recognize the distress and trauma that dog bite injuries can cause in an individual’s life. Based in Illinois, our legal team specialises in seeking justice for victims of these unfortunate incidents. As personal injury attorneys with a wealth of experience, we are committed to ensuring your rights are protected and you receive just compensation.

Dog bites often lead not only to physical damage but also emotional turmoil. Such injuries can vary greatly, from minor cuts and lacerations to severe infections or debilitating conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Every year, countless families across Illinois grapple with the unexpected suffering brought on by unprovoked canine attacks. This is where skilled representation like ours at Carlson Bier becomes invaluable.

As a victim of a dog bite incident, it’s important to understand your rights:

• It’s crucial to know that according to Illinois law (510 ILCS 5/16), the owner of any animal is liable for all injuries caused by their pet if it attacks a person without provocation.

• Dog owners cannot escape liability by claiming they were unaware of their dog’s aggressive tendencies.

• The statute allows victims two years from the date of the attack to file a lawsuit.

• In dog bite cases there is no defense involving contributory negligence i.e., plaintiffs aren’t barred or reduced from recovering damages due them even if they might have contributed seemingly towards causing the harm.

We leverage this legislation effectively on behalf of our clients, aiming always for desired outcomes regardless of how complex or challenging the case may seem.

An array of consequential factors goes into determining potential financial compensation awarded in each case:

• Medical expenses – For treatment immediately following the incident as well as future surgical procedures

• Pain and Suffering – Trauma endured during and after an attack

• Loss Wages – If missed work is implicated due to recovery times

• Property Damage – If any personal belongings are ruined during the incident

• Punitive Damages – Charged to punish the defendant and deter them from repeating such negligence

Here at Carlson Bier, our knowledgeable attorneys will diligently scrutinize all of these factors to make sure you receive every cent you deserve.

However, securing these often-substantial monies can be tough without professional legal counsel. The procedures involved in dog bite claims can be cumbersome for the uninitiated, involving a dizzying array of paperwork and strict deadlines that must be adhered to if justice is to be served. Beyond gathering comprehensive evidence, properly filing police reports and insurance claims, it’s necessary to negotiate with parties who may have vested interests in settling for minimal compensation or dragging proceedings ouput indefinitely.

This is where Carlson Bier steps in. We navigate these difficult waters on your behalf – combining expert knowledge with hardened negotiation tactics while tirelessly fighting for what you duly deserve.

The journey through trauma might seem daunting but remember this: As resiliently as dog bite injuries can affect lives, so too can skilled personal injury lawyers transform those lives thereafter.

Do not bear the burden of medical bills, lost wages or damages alone; allow us at Carlson Bier take up your cause. Find out how much your claim could potentially yield by clicking below. Discover how strong advocacy from seasoned Illinois-based personal injury attorneys at Carlson Bier can help ease your recovery process and grant you peace of mind amidst daunting times.

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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 Godley

Bicycle Collisions

Proficient in legal representation for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or dangerous conditions.

Fire Injuries

Giving professional legal services for victims of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Healthcare Misconduct

Offering professional legal representation for clients affected by medical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Responsibility

Addressing cases involving problematic products, supplying expert legal help to victims affected by harmful products.

Senior Malpractice

Defending the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to mistreatment in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Trip & Trip Injuries

Expert in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal support to individuals seeking redress for their harm.

Birth Injuries

Delivering legal guidance for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Collisions

Collisions: Committed to guiding sufferers of car accidents receive fair compensation for injuries and destruction.

Motorcycle Incidents

Committed to providing representation for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

Trucking Crash

Delivering specialist legal advice for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for losses.

Worksite Crashes

Concentrated on assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Head Impairments

Dedicated to extending dedicated legal services for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Injuries

Proficient in handling cases for victims who have suffered damages from dog bites or animal assaults.

Jogger Crashes

Committed to legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering restitution.

Unwarranted Demise

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and expert legal services to ensure compensation.

Backbone Harm

Focused on advocating for persons with vertebral damage, offering compassionate legal assistance to secure justice.

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