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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’re from Hoyleton and grappling with a traumatizing dog bite injury, Carlson Bier should be your first consideration. Our seasoned attorneys blend intimate understanding of Illinois laws regarding such injuries with an empathetic approach towards every case. We are recognized for effectively navigating the complexities that often accompany dog bite incidents. We understand there’s more than just physical suffering at stake – emotional trauma can take its toll too. When engaged in these cases, we use our insights to help victims secure maximum compensation on all fronts. At Carlson Bier, our commitment extends beyond what’s lawful but also ethical – ensuring fair treatment from both insurance companies and courts alike while always respecting the local regulatory landscape in Hoyleton where you live and seek justice; this makes us uniquely positioned to bring about positive resolution to your dog bite issues.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Hoyleton Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that a dog bite injury can have serious and lasting impacts––both physical and psychological. Our team of expert personal injury attorneys in Illinois is committed to providing the highest level of legal counsel and support while highlighting the significant factors associated with how to navigate such incidents.

Dog bites can result in severe injuries or infections if not treated promptly and correctly. Vital facts regarding health concerns are:

• Wounds might become infected by bacteria present in a dog’s mouth

• Rabies – though rare in domestic dogs, it’s one potential hazard.

• Capnocytophaga bacteria living in the mouths of people and animals could cause infections too.

• Pasteurella – common type of bacteria witnessed in half of infected dog-bite wounds this often causes painful red infection around wound area.

These are just some health issues that may be caused by dog bites. Another important factor to consider is

Illinois’s strict liability laws concerning these injuries which come into effect regardless of whether the animal has exhibited aggressive tendencies before, or its owner had prior knowledge about them.

In relations to damages or claims when dealing with dog bite injuries: An individual bitten by a dog could potentially receive compensation for various types of damages inflicted by the attack like:

• Medical Expenses

• Lost Earnings

• Property Damage

• Psychological trauma

However, certain conditions guide who pays what compensation; typically homeowners’ insurance policies handle such cases for pet owners but don’t assume this as a given.

Understanding your rights as an injured party under Illinois law empowers you to take appropriate actions towards receiving justice—and we at Carlson Bier believe everyone should have access to this comprehension regardless if they later decide on seeking legal aid or taking up services from any other personal lawyer located on our beautiful Prairie State landscape.

It also worth knowing that violators can face fines and penalties—pursuant to Illinois Statutes Chapter 510 Section 5/16—in cases where dogs harm others due to negligence or disregard for applicable leash laws.

Illinois residents dealing with such unfortunate events need reliable, qualified legal guidance. At Carlson Bier, that’s precisely what we offer—professional counsel based on extensive industry knowledge and experience in dog bite injuries and personal injury law generally.

We believe firmly that every victim deserves justice and suitable compensation, especially those grappling with physical pain alongside emotional trauma from a dog bite incident; it’s our enduring commitment to ensure this justice is received through meticulous legal representation.

Every case has unique elements which contribute to the final value – severity and type of one’s injury are just among few factors considered when deciding on the worth of your case. So it begs an important query: How much could your potential case be powerful? Understanding case potential maximizes smoothness with which you navigate your way through it towards justice—and ultimately normal life resumption path once more.

Ready to find out how much your personal injury case might be worth? Click on the button below! Our esteemed team of attorneys at Carlson Bier awaits eagerly to assist you in understanding all available options based strictly on your specific circumstance plus ensuring best possible outcomes irrespective of complexity associated with individual cases presented at our firm. Step into future confidently––knowing full well that Carlson Bier is standing by your side, committed wholeheartedly towards representing interests perseveringly till end goal fruition is achieved justly. The journey toward getting rightful compensation starts here…at Carlson Bier…where sound advice meets merit action!

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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 Hoyleton

Bicycle Collisions

Expert in legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Giving professional legal services for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Clinical Negligence

Providing experienced legal advice for victims affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Obligation

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, supplying specialist legal assistance to victims affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Abuse

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

Slip and Fall Accidents

Professional in managing trip accident cases, providing legal services to clients seeking justice for their injuries.

Childbirth Wounds

Providing legal help for loved ones affected by medical malpractice resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Crashes

Mishaps: Concentrated on aiding clients of car accidents get reasonable recompense for harms and losses.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Truck Accident

Offering expert legal advice for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair recovery for injuries.

Building Incidents

Dedicated to advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or recklessness.

Cognitive Damages

Expert in providing professional legal assistance for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Wounds

Skilled in dealing with cases for clients who have suffered damages from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

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

Unwarranted Fatality

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and adept legal representation to ensure justice.

Backbone Impairment

Focused on advocating for clients with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal representation to secure redress.

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