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When grappling with the repercussions of a dog bite injury, choosing the right legal aid is crucial to ensure you receive fair restitution. That’s where Carlson Bier comes into play – this Illinois-based personal injury law firm specializes in dog bite incidents. With our comprehensive proficiency in this niche area of law and proven track record, we work tirelessly to defend your rights during these unnerving times. Our attorneys display exceptional skill while negotiating complex legal barriers and focus on clients in Greenup who have found themselves at the wrong end of such attacks. As members of your community, we deeply understand how physically and emotionally traumatic these injuries can be. Holding pet owners accountable for their animals’ actions rests at the forefront of our practice because for us, it isn’t just about winning cases; it’s also about protecting victims from similar future occurrences by implementing strong deterrents against negligence among pet owners. Let Carlson Bier safeguard you through unwanted ordeals – trust us as your shield within law’s arena when faced with these dreadfully unexpected events.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Greenup Illinois

When unfortunate incidents occur, expert legal guidance can ease the stress and complexity involved in managing the repercussions. The law firm, Carlson Bier, based in Illinois specializes in personal injury law with a specific focus on dog bite injuries. Our expertise lies in presenting solid cases that ensure our clients receive just compensation they are entitled to under Illinois law.

Dog bites can lead to significant physical injuries, emotional distress, and financial burdens from medical bills or income loss during recovery. Therefore comprehension of relevant legal facets surrounding this issue is essential for victims. Under Illinois Animal Control Act, the owner of a dog is liable for any damages caused when their pet attacks or injures another person without provocation. This extends even unto scenarios where the incident occurs off the property provided neither trespassing nor illegal entry was involved.

• Any form of physical contact instigated by a dog — even if it doesn’t result in an actual bite — can be considered an “attack” under this statute.

• A claimant does not have to prove negligence on part of the animal’s owner which significantly simplifies filing a case and enhances chances at recompense.

• Responsible parties span beyond just owners encompassing anyone who temporarily has control over or is taking care of the dog when it causes injury.

Medical expenses from immediate treatment following such incidences often merely touch on what could turn into long-term costs of rehabilitation or therapy sessions for deeper psychological trauma surrounding such sudden aggressive encounters. Here at Carlson Bier, our role extends further than simply representing you legally; through comprehensive consultations we build understanding about potential short-term and long-term ramifications so all factors are accounted for suitably within your claim.

Accurate documentation additionally helps substantiate your case strengthening prospects at fair settlements:

• Records of doctor visits including diagnosis and prognosis

• Photographs pertaining to wounds prior undergoing treatment

• Witness statements confirming there wasn’t any provocation

We appreciate that each instance carries its unique circumstances and nuances. As your dedicated legal representatives, we pay attention to the finer details and nuances in every case. Ensuring no stone is left unturned allows for full assessment of your specific situation, thereby presenting a robust argument that truly echoes the depth of impact this experience has had on you.

Timeliness also plays an imperative role in filing these cases due to the potential decay of evidence or witnesses losing clarity over time concerning incident recall. The Illinois statute of limitations stipulates that a lawsuit for damages must be filed within two years from when injury occurred. If deadline was missed without valid legal exceptions, victims risk losing their right to sue entirely creating an absolute bar towards recovery.

Our lawyers at Carlson Bier are seasoned professionals with years of experience navigating through complex scenarios dealing with such precise timelines while assiduously working to present compelling arguments. Our tireless dedication towards portraying each unique scenario as accurately as possible not only helps individual clients but contributes towards safer communities by holding negligent dog owners accountable.

We believe getting bitten by a dog doesn’t have to mean bearing unnecessary physical, emotional and financial burdens alone. Your fight is ours too! Whether you want to initiate filing a claim or you’re confused about next steps post-injury; count on our team at Carlson Bier delivering educated advice and unwavering support throughout this critical process.

Once ready, consider evaluating your situation in detail with one of our personal injury experts by clicking the button below. Discovering how much your case may be worth will not only provide valuable insight but can propel initiating action allowing you closer towards obtaining justice deserved. With Carlson Bier on your side — know you never stand alone!

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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 Greenup

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Specializing in legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others' recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Flame Injuries

Giving adept legal advice for patients of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Hospital Malpractice

Providing experienced legal support for patients affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Accountability

Dealing with cases involving defective products, supplying expert legal support to victims affected by defective items.

Geriatric Misconduct

Representing the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble and Stumble Injuries

Skilled in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking recovery for their harm.

Newborn Wounds

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

Vehicle Accidents

Mishaps: Devoted to helping clients of car accidents secure just compensation for harms and impairment.

Motorcycle Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for damages.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Ensuring specialist legal representation for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for injuries.

Construction Site Accidents

Focused on supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Cerebral Damages

Focused on ensuring professional legal services for victims suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Traumas

Adept at managing cases for persons who have suffered injuries from dog bites or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Crashes

Specializing in legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering restitution.

Unwarranted Fatality

Fighting for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and expert legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Spinal Cord Harm

Specializing in defending individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering compassionate legal guidance to secure redress.

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