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When you’re the victim of a dog bite injury in Green Rock, Carlson Bier is your staunch advocate, working diligently to assert your rights. Our primary focus on personal injury law and specific experience with dog bite cases sets us apart. Clients benefit from our dynamic legal strategies designed around Illinois animal control laws, achieving favorable results consistently. Every case we handle gets tackled head-on by seasoned attorneys that understand the intricacies of these types of claims. We empathize deeply with victims’ physical pain and emotional distress; that’s why we leave no stone unturned to secure the compensation they rightfully deserve for medical bills, loss of earnings, or any resulting disfigurement or disability due their incident. Portfolio testimonials vouch for our approachable demeanor layered over fierce advocacy: a rare combination championing clients’ needs effectively while ensuring they are comfortable during this challenging time as well. Trust Carlson Bier when seeking legal assistance following a dog bite injury — committed representation through every stage of your case is guaranteed.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Green Rock Illinois

Providing expert, compassionate representation in personal injury law is our mission at Carlson Bier. As distinguished attorneys based in Illinois, we specialize in cases involving injuries that have been inflicted by dogs. Over the years, through vast experience and dedication to this field of law, we’ve attained a deep understanding of dog bite injuries and the significant impact they can cause.

Dog bites are unfortunately more common than most people imagine. They result not only in physical harm but also often lead to profound emotional trauma. These types of injuries may require prolonged medical treatment and could impose an immense financial burden on victims and their families due to expensive medical bills and potential loss of income during recovery.

Understanding these challenges as well as your legal rights is crucial if you or a loved one has suffered from a dog bite injury. Covered within Illinois Dog Bite Statute 510 ILCS 5/16, it’s made clear that the owner or keeper of a dog can be held liable for any damages caused by an unprovoked attack where the victim was conducting themselves peaceably in a location they were legally allowed to be.

Key aspects to take into account regarding this specific statute include:

– The bite does not need to be the initial point of contact; if additional injury occurs after being knocked over by an aggressive animal, it’s just as pertinent.

– Under certain circumstances, landlords might face liability for tenant-owned dogs that inflict harm.

– A person considered ‘peaceable’ means they weren’t provoking or causing agitation towards the animal prior to the incident.

As your dedicated advocates with expertise in Illinois’s injury law framework, we at Carlson Bier provide unwavering support throughout each step of your case—from gathering essential evidence like medical records and witness statements through the negotiation process with insurance companies till final settlement or trial conclusion.

It should be noted that every case has its unique aspects requiring tailored strategies that align best with those intricacies. This means proceeding with seeking compensation isn’t always linear. Diverse factors such as the severity of injury, pre-existing conditions, local ordinance information regarding leashed versus unleashed dogs can influence how we forge ahead with your case.

Your safety is paramount to us, which extends beyond ensuring that medical expenses incurred from a dog bite are covered. We advocate for preventative measures such as educating communities about inherent responsibilities accompanying dog ownership. In tandem with representing victims in injury cases, providing resources that promote responsible ownership represents parts of our broader efforts towards creating safer neighborhoods.

At Carlson Bier, we don’t merely see you as a client—we regard you comprehensively as an individual deserving justice and fair compensation after enduring traumatic events resulting from careless or reckless actions by others. Standing steadfastly beside you through this challenging period is our commitment to seeing better days blossom in your future.

Whether it’s immediate medical costs or accounting for indirect consequences like lost wages and psychological therapy stemming from a traumatizing experience, adequate representation gives you a chance at complete recovery—not just physical but financial and emotional too.

In summary, if you’re grappling with the fallout from dog-bite injuries, support and guidance are available to navigate these troubling times—and not just any support—but care supported by robust expertise gifted uniquely to Carlson Bier attorneys specializing in Illinois’s personal injury laws.

Our foremost responsibility lies in securing the maximum possible payment to ensure every aspect affected by this distressing event gets sufficiently accounted for. To another extent—it’s about holding individuals accountable—a repercussion proving valuable for cultivating greater societal respect for safety standards we must all adhere to collectively.

Ready for answers? Just below lays one click between finding out what value bears on your specific case—your unique circumstance confronted by an unpredictable occurrence now opportunistically holding potential turning points towards eye-opening results right within reach via committed representation with us at Carlson Bier—for your utmost benefit standing front-and-centre throughout each step taken together. Act now to start turning those decisive corners.

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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 Green Rock

Cycling Incidents

Expert in legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or hazardous conditions.

Burn Injuries

Supplying specialist legal help for people of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Medical Incompetence

Providing specialist legal services for individuals affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Merchandise Responsibility

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, offering adept legal services to customers affected by faulty goods.

Elder Neglect

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

Tumble & Stumble Mishaps

Adept in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking restitution for their harm.

Infant Damages

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

Automobile Accidents

Accidents: Dedicated to supporting individuals of car accidents secure appropriate remuneration for hurts and impairment.

Scooter Crashes

Expert in providing representation for individuals involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Semi Collision

Providing specialist legal representation for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for harms.

Worksite Crashes

Engaged in supporting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Brain Harms

Dedicated to delivering expert legal support for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Wounds

Specialized in addressing cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Committed to legal assistance for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Fatality

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and professional legal assistance to ensure redress.

Neural Trauma

Focused on defending clients with paralysis, offering expert legal support to secure compensation.

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