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When facing the unfortunate situation of a dog bite injury, you deserve representation from a law firm that recognizes your pain and helps fight for your rights. That’s where Carlson Bier steps in; our attorneys are passionate about personal injury cases, particularly those involving dog bites. We understand the trauma and stress these incidents trigger, as well as their long-term implications on victims’ lives. With an extensive background handling such specific cases throughout Illinois, we’re skilled at navigating its complex laws surrounding dog bite injuries. As seasoned litigators and negotiators, we will tirelessly advocate for fair compensation to cover medical expenses, emotional distress or lost wages due to recovery time. Although our physical offices aren’t based in Hometown—keep this detail strictly between us—we offer comprehensive legal services state-wide without compromising quality or expertise level required to handle your case successfully right here from this location itself! Choose Carlson Bier if you seek fearless advocates who put your interests first during such challenging times: together let’s turn setbacks into victorious comebacks!

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Hometown Illinois

Navigating through an incident such as a dog bite can be devastating due to its resulting physical and emotional traumas. At Carlson Bier, our dedicated Illinois-based personal injury attorneys understand these implications caused by animal attacks, notably on the lives of innocent individuals who are left reeling with unprecedented upheavals. With staunch advocacy, relentless determination, and expert legal knowledge we assist you in seeking justice for injuries sustained from dog attacks and ensure appropriate compensation is achieved to cover medical costs, emotional distress, or loss of work.

Understanding Dog Bite Law in Illinois is paramount when addressing your claim. The state implements strict liability towards dog owners meaning if their pet injures another person without provocation while at large or in a public place; it places full responsibility on the owner. This law entails undeniable accountability regardless of whether the dog has ever been aggressive before or not.

Here are some key aspects they should know about the severity surrounding Dog Bite Injuries:

• Dog bites can cause severe accidents leading to stitches, reconstructive surgery and sometimes may result in nerve damage.

• Unleashed dogs that knock over people leading to broken bones or other injuries also fall under this jurisdiction.

• Emotional trauma cannot be undermined as it directly impacts your quality of life; significantly if children are victims.

• Disease transmission potential exists including Rabies or Tetanus and hence vaccination costs should be covered.

The protocol following a dog attack implicitly outlines reporting the case immediately to local authorities detailing factual information about time, place, involved parties ensuring objectivity. Seize photographic evidence with visible scars or wounds inflicted by the attack whenever possible as they contribute significant details during claim processing anarchy

An important but often neglected step is getting contact information for any witness present during the attack which helps substantiate your claim further during litigation phases. Moreover retaining medical records subsequent to professional care sought after attacks details direct correlation between accident adversity levels.

At Carlson Bier we extend exquisite expertise examining individual cases ensuring necessary steps are taken before filing a claim, hence maximizing your compensation potential by counteracting potential defences. Dealing with insurance companies is another ball game and requires skill navigation which our expert team adeptly handles.

Understanding the intricacies of a personal injury claim can be overwhelming especially during healing period after an unfortunate incident. Assistant from competent attorneys provides you peace of mind while increasing chances at successful settlements reflecting extensive care costs covered- both past and anticipated future ones-, lost wages due to work absences, pain and suffering or punitive damages in cases where owner’s negligent behaviour intensified accident severity levels.

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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 Hometown

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Specializing in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' carelessness or dangerous conditions.

Flame Burns

Offering professional legal advice for sufferers of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Clinical Carelessness

Extending expert legal services for patients affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Liability

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, offering skilled legal services to customers affected by product malfunctions.

Elder Mistreatment

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to mistreatment in nursing homes environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble and Slip Occurrences

Adept in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking restitution for their injuries.

Infant Harms

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

Vehicle Mishaps

Crashes: Concentrated on helping sufferers of car accidents secure reasonable compensation for wounds and destruction.

Scooter Mishaps

Committed to providing legal services for individuals involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Trucking Accident

Offering adept legal advice for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for injuries.

Building Collisions

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

Brain Damages

Focused on providing dedicated legal support for patients suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Wounds

Skilled in addressing cases for victims who have suffered harms from puppy bites or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Specializing in legal support for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Unjust Demise

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and experienced legal guidance to ensure justice.

Backbone Trauma

Expert in representing individuals with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal services to secure justice.

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