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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you find yourself the victim of a canine attack, securing representation from Carlson Bier can aid in navigating through Illinois’ complex laws concerning dog bite injuries. Committed to protecting your rights and securing just compensation for your distress, we offer comprehensive legal services with an emphasis on personal injury cases such as dog bites. We have established a strong presence across various communities, including Grandview, due to our client-focused approach and extensive experience handling similar cases. Our attorneys are adept at evaluating every facet of canine-related incidents meticulously to construct compelling case narratives that increase the likelihood of achieving favorable outcomes for our clients. Suitably armed with knowledge regarding Illinois’ specific stipulations around domestic animal aggression incidents helps us advocate effectively for those afflicted by such attacks. It is this expertise coupled with unwavering dedication that sets Carlson Bier apart when one needs a reliable representative pursuing justice in dog bite injuries-related disputes or seeking reparation negotiations post ordeal.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Grandview Illinois

At the law firm of Carlson Bier, we are dedicated to protecting your legal rights and advocating for your interests as a victim of dog bite injuries. We understand how traumatic such an ordeal can be and our commitment is to ensure that justice is served in accordance with Illinois state laws.

Especially because dogs are generally well-regarded as beloved companions, it can be difficult to comprehend the potential harm they can inflict when things go wrong. Whether through aggression or accident, a dog’s bite has the ability not only to cause physical pain, but also emotional distress and financial burdens from medical bills or lost work time. These realities make expert, knowledgeable legal representation highly necessary in order to secure suitable compensation.

Essential points you need to know about dog bite injury laws include:

– As per Illinois law, the owner of a dog that bites another person without provocation is liable for damages.

– Statutes highlight ‘strict liability’, so regardless of whether the owner knew their pet had aggressive tendencies or was likely to attack someone would not make any difference.

– Possibility exists for additional charges if there is negligence on behalf of the dog-owner.

Dog bites might appear straightforward initially; however each case is unique due to various factors like breed of the dog involved, situation leading up-to-the-incident and severity of incurred damage. Navigating these complex variables require skillful lawyers who have dealt with similar cases previously—such as our litigators at Carlson Bier.

For those injured by canine attacks in Illinois,wound recovery shouldn’t be the only priority; securing legal guidance should genuinely be considered right away.Businesses often employ guard dogs which could inflict harm unknowingly—thus statutory limitation periods may apply making swift action key.Concurrently important ways to strengthen your claim involve proactive documentation where plausible: recording incidences detail-by-detail along with photographing physical wounds progressively as evidence.

Personal injury lawsuits are unmistakably daunting experiences.Notwithstanding,the indomitable team at Carlson Bier steadfastly represents your interests aiming burden alleviation during this complex process. Our attorneys, experienced in Illinois dog bite laws, work diligently to ensure all the necessary evidence is presented and fight passionately so that compensation is duly granted for medical bills, lost wages, suffering and other associated damages.

Being involved in a dog bite incident can be an upsetting experience,and the legal aspects are often overwhelming.Having strong representation from knowledgeable,litigation-tested firm like Carlson Bier smoothens the journey toward justice.Whether you have questions about potential liability or you’re simply worried of what steps to take next, seeking guidance from our attorneys avails empathetic assistance,personalized advice hence making a palpable difference within difficult situation.

Ultimately at Carlson Bier, we firmly believe nobody should shoulder burdens of injury due to negligence by another party—including those linked with canine attacks.We pride ourselves on being trusted advocates who seek full settlements to evidently help clients put their life back together post traumatic event.Therefore,it doesn’t matter if you were bitten by dog just once or multiple times— because even a single encounter could culminate in devastating impact.

Now’s time to initiate conversation about your rights: potential compensation after succumbing a distressing ordeal.Go ahead and click button below-flowing through quick,easy questionnaire helps grasp details about your case.Moreover,distinguish how much worth it might potentially hold.Do remember-as always initial consultations remain completely free.Peace lies not only within healing but also ensuring justice prevails following hapless events—take control over your narrative today with expertise of Carlson Bier aiding along the way!

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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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Pedal Cycle Mishaps

Expert in legal representation for people injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or perilous conditions.

Flame Burns

Supplying expert legal support for sufferers of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Medical Misconduct

Delivering professional legal representation for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Responsibility

Managing cases involving unsafe products, supplying professional legal support to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Misconduct

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to neglect in elderly care environments, ensuring restitution.

Slip and Trip Mishaps

Expert in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking compensation for their injuries.

Newborn Harms

Extending legal support for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Collisions: Devoted to aiding patients of car accidents obtain fair settlement for damages and damages.

Motorcycle Mishaps

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

18-Wheeler Accident

Providing specialist legal support for victims involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for losses.

Construction Collisions

Dedicated to defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Cognitive Harms

Focused on delivering professional legal support for victims suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Injuries

Expertise in managing cases for clients who have suffered damages from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Accidents

Dedicated to legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Unfair Death

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, extending compassionate and skilled legal representation to ensure redress.

Backbone Trauma

Specializing in assisting individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure compensation.

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