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About Carlson Bier Associates

When dealing with dog bite injuries, one must engage a lawyer proficient in the complexities of this legal arena. Carlson Bier is that firm. Our expertise and vast experience in handling dog bite injury cases has earned us an impeccable record of successful settlements for our clients. We comprehend not just the law but also understand the physical anguish and emotional distress you undergo post such incidents. With vigilance, we ensure all medical aspects are meticulously documented to build a compelling case. In Illinois, where different dog breed-specific laws exist, it’s crucial to have on your side knowledgeable attorneys who can navigate these intricacies effectively; Carlson Bier specializes in precisely this area of litigation making us an optimal choice.

Leveraging our comprehensive understanding of Illinois Dog Bite Statute and diverse insurance company practices coupled with our fervent advocacy ensures maximum compensation for your suffering. Wherever you may reside within Illinois – be rest assured that Carlson Bier will approach your case as if it happened next door!

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Inverness Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we provide unwavering commitment and dedication to individuals affected by dog bite injuries. As seasoned personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, our core tenet is compassionate advocacy for innocent victims who suffer significant physical and emotional traumas from these unfortunate events. Our expansive expertise in the domain of dog bite laws demonstrates not only an understanding of the intricacies involved but also substantiates our track record of securing substantial verdicts and settlements for our clients.

Dog bites can engender a whole host of issues ranging from minor disruptions to severe afflictions that transform your life substantially. The immediate concern always remains visible wounds and lacerations; however, deeper concerns often neglected are the psychological trauma caused by such incidents. Many victims experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, insomnia, or other mental health disorders following an attack.

• Animal control laws: In Illinois, animal control laws clearly dictate that pet owners are liable for any injuries their pets cause.

• Health complications: Apart from causing deep tissue damage, dog bites may lead to serious health complications like infection or disease transmission.

• Psychological distress: Dog bite victims can suffer from a variety of psychological issues like PTSD or fear of dogs (Cynophobia).

At Carlson Bier, we comprehend this spectrum comprehensively and have developed nuanced strategies to address each facet thoroughly when arguing your case. We initiate by appending a holistic approach- meticulously documenting all medical records right after seeking immediate medical attention following such an incident. This involves gathering every bit of evidence – photos of injuries, dog’s behavior before the attack if possible observations recorded by potential witnesses present at the scene among others.

Several misconceptions cloud judgments around responsibility pertaining to dog attacks- leading many people to wrongly believe they don’t possess any recourse if attacked on private property or bitten by a leash-in-hand abiding canine during walk times. However, at Carlson Bier we understand how victim-blaming does colossal injustice invoking our inexhaustible efforts to refute these misleading arguments in pursuit of justice.

• Proof of ownership: To win a dog bite case, evidencing the defendant owned or controlled the pet is paramount.

• No provocation: If you didn’t provoke the dog incidentally or deliberately before getting bitten, it greatly strengthens your case.

• Severe injury documentation: Colorado law requires displaying ‘severe physical injury’ as an outcome of being assaulted by the canine- making undeniable medical record support crucial.

At Carlson Bier, we extend our profound understanding of Illinois’s complicated legal domain to meticulously negotiate insurance settlements and explore all possible avenues for compensation. Our cornerstone belief remains that victims of dog bites should never bear undue burdens resulting from another person’s negligence- thus aggressively advocating for maximum reparations on behalf of each client associating with us.

Remember, achieving commendable outcomes involves more than just knowing the laws; it also requires astutely navigating insurance companies’ modus operandi aiming at downplaying your claim value subtly. The negotiation process can get fraught facing professional adjusters adept at safeguarding their organization’s bottom lines. Hence equipping yourself with experienced representation such as provided at Carlson Bier protects against such situations ensuring you receive every deserved dollar compensation.

As we conclude this discussion around Dog Bite Injuries, contemplate how essential enlisting expert personal injury lawyer support becomes whilst dealing with such incidents yielding unsurpassed results. We invite you to ascertain what potential compensatory claims emerge from your specific circumstances by using our online consultation feature below. Simply click on “Find out how much my case might be worth” button to garner insights tailored to unique experiences narrating your trials and tribulations surrounding dog bite injuries under respected Illinois Injury Lawyer alliance – Carlson Bier’s proficient tutelage.

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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 Inverness

Bicycle Collisions

Expert in legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' lack of care or risky conditions.

Fire Traumas

Extending expert legal support for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or recklessness.

Clinical Carelessness

Extending professional legal services for persons affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Items Accountability

Handling cases involving faulty products, extending expert legal services to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Neglect

Defending the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Stumble and Slip Mishaps

Expert in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking compensation for their losses.

Birth Damages

Supplying legal assistance for families affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Auto Crashes

Mishaps: Dedicated to guiding individuals of car accidents obtain reasonable remuneration for damages and harm.

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Focused on providing legal advice for victims involved in scooter accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Semi Collision

Extending specialist legal services for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for damages.

Construction Site Incidents

Committed to representing workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or irresponsibility.

Brain Impairments

Committed to offering expert legal services for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Damages

Adept at managing cases for persons who have suffered wounds from dog attacks or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Focused on legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Unwarranted Fatality

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and expert legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Spine Injury

Dedicated to defending persons with backbone trauma, offering expert legal representation to secure redress.

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