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About Carlson Bier Associates

When dealing with the trauma and turmoil resulting from dog bite injuries, it’s critical to have experienced and competent legal representation. Carlson Bier offers that robust competence you require. We specialize in handling personal injury cases specifically related to dog bites, leveraging our rich experience and knowledge of Illinois law pertinent to animal attacks. As prevalent members within Illinois’ legal community, we understand Dog Bite Injuries Laws intimately; guiding victims through such complex litigation is what we do best! Legal loopholes or uncertainties won’t stand a chance against our proficient team at Carlson Bier. Beyond merely understanding the laws, we advocate tirelessly for victims’ rights offering compassionate service while seeking full compensation for damages including physical harm, psychological trauma, medical expenses among others suffered as a result of such incidents. When considering your options regarding Dog Bite Injury attorneys in Illinois State that genuinely care about winning justice for their clients rather than just filling case quotas – consider us at Carlson Bier; advocating beyond limits!

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Heyworth Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury law with a focus on Dog Bite Injuries. Incidents involving dog attacks can be a traumatizing and damaging experience for victims. As highly-experienced attorneys based in Illinois, we understand the intricacies of such cases and are here to help you navigate through these complexities.

Dog bite injuries often lead to severe physical harm such as puncture wounds, fractures, sprains or strains from falls during the attack, lacerations, infections including rabies or tetanus—and not forgetting psychological trauma like PTSD. Medical bills arising from these complications can accumulate rapidly; at Carlson Bier, we believe that victims of dog bites should be compensated fairly for their suffering and associated costs.

This commitment stems from an intimate understanding of Illinois’s animal control laws including the ‘strict liability’ rule. In brief:

• Strict Liability Rule dictates that dog owners are held accountable for an unprovoked attack irrespective of whether the dog has been aggressive before.

• You do not need to prove negligence against the owner; it is enough that the bite occurred without provoking the dog.

In addition to this knowledge base about state laws affecting your case, our key responsibilities towards clients include:

• Offering free initial consultations

• Drafting legal documentation necessary for litigation

• Aligning medical expert testimony to validate injury claims

• Representing clients aggressively in court while providing emotional support

Moreover, time plays an essential role in these proceedings—specifically because there is a two-year statute limitation on filing a personal injury claim in Illinois following any dog bite incident. Failure to file within this timeframe could potentially lose your right to recover damages.

Cases like these often seem straightforward but contain many subtleties requiring comprehensive legal expertise. It is crucial therefore who represents you—a locally grounded firm that knows its way around local courts and health care systems could often make all the difference.

Carlson Bier’s attuned understanding of intricacies related to dog bite injuries, our decades-long experience in this area and relentless commitment to attain justice for our clients make us your ideal partners on this legal journey.

We boast a strong track record advocating dog bite victims. Let’s look at some key statistics:

• There were over 300+ successful cases closed with substantial compensations received by our clients.

• A personal triumph— we secured a $1.35 million settlement for a minor victim of a pit bull attack representing the largest settlement of its kind in Illinois.

Success stories like these substantiate why Carlson Bier is held in high esteem as a trustworthy firm vigorously championing justice for injury victims. We fight relentlessly towards ensuring clients are compensated justly, thereby enabling them to recover harmoniously without financial distress. Our testimonials speak volumes about unwavering commitment towards providing top-notch legal services while offering an empathetic ear to those going through these harrowing experiences.

At Carlson Bier, we work on a contingency fee basis meaning you don’t pay until we secure compensation—we believe that every deserving individual should have access to the best representation irrespective of their economic condition.

Now that you have gathered vital information regarding how and why hiring a proficient lawyer from Carlson Bier can help realize your rightful claim, take the next step forward. Take advantage of our free consultation service today! Remember, every minute counts when it comes to asserting your right under personal injury laws in Illinois following a dog bite incident.

Intrigued about what compensation figure you may be entitled to? Click on the button below now and find out how much your case could potentially be worth! At Carlson Bier, where your rights come first, let’s embark together on this path toward the fairness and equity you deserve following such an unnerving ordeal.

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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 Heyworth

Bike Crashes

Expert in legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Damages

Giving specialist legal services for people of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Physician Incompetence

Ensuring experienced legal support for individuals affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Fault

Addressing cases involving faulty products, extending expert legal assistance to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Mistreatment

Defending the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in elderly care environments, ensuring fairness.

Trip & Stumble Incidents

Professional in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking recovery for their suffering.

Birth Traumas

Delivering legal assistance for relatives affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Collisions

Accidents: Dedicated to assisting clients of car accidents receive appropriate remuneration for injuries and destruction.

Motorbike Crashes

Focused on providing legal assistance for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for damages.

Big Rig Incident

Extending professional legal services for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for injuries.

Building Site Mishaps

Concentrated on supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or recklessness.

Cognitive Traumas

Committed to offering specialized legal advice for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Injuries

Skilled in tackling cases for clients who have suffered wounds from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Expert in legal services for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Passing

Advocating for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering compassionate and experienced legal guidance to ensure restitution.

Backbone Damage

Dedicated to defending patients with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal assistance to secure justice.

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