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Suffering from a dog bite injury can be a daunting experience, filled with physical pain and emotional distress. Seeking the aid of legal expertise in such scenarios is crucial to ensure fair compensation for your ordeal. When it comes to Dog Bite Injuries representation in La Grange Park, Carlson Bier stands out as an exceptional choice. Boasting extensive understanding and adept proficiency of Illinois laws surrounding Dog Bite Injuries, our team at Carlson Bier dedicates their efforts on providing victims staunch representation tailored to maximize the potential settlement or verdict outcome. Our highly skilled attorneys negotiate relentlessly with insurance companies so that your rights remain uncompromised treading above common pitfalls that might undermine your claim’s value; going beyond, they meticulously prepare each case ready for court advocacy if required. Respectful listening forms part integral in our client relationship-building process complemented by compassionate yet aggressive approach towards achieving justice restoring peace amidst turmoil created by such unfortunate incidents – qualities essential defining any successful law firm like ours at Carlson Bier.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in La Grange Park Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the physical pain, emotional distress, and financial hardship that accompany dog bite injuries. As a seasoned personal injury law firm in Illinois, our primary objective is to help victims of such unfortunate incidents navigate their legal journey with ease and secure rightful compensation for their ordeal.

Dog bites are not trivial events; they can lead to severe health-related complications like infections, scar formation, nerve damage or even psychological trauma. It’s worth noting that Illinois follows the ‘strict liability’ rule when it comes to dog bite cases – which means the pet owner can be held liable for your injuries regardless of whether they knew about their dog’s propensity to attack. This forms an essential tenet of any successful dog bite claim.

•The legal strategy employed by the team at Carlson Bier involves careful documentation of all aspects pertaining to the incident.

•We investigate both the circumstances surrounding the case as well as its aftermath from medical concerns to lost wages.

•Our proficiency extends towards managing negotiations with insurance companies – ensuring that victims get fair coverage for their ordeal.

•As skilled litigators, if resolution via negotiation is not possible we don’t hesitate taking matters to court on your behalf.

In terms of recompense following a dog bite injury, several factors come into play. These may include immediate and future medical expenses (for surgery or therapy), loss in income due to inability work along with pain and suffering endured since the accident. While every situation is unique demanding individualized attention; comprehensive protection under law gives victims a substantial platform for remuneration based on tangible costs, sufferings and probable forward-looking losses.

Your actions post-accident also have a bearing on how your claim will resolve; this includes gathering evidence like photographic proof, eye witness testimonies if available and prompt filling out necessary reports at local animal control units. One overlooked yet crucial aspect is timely approach towards medical help after being bitten by a dog – professionals must evaluate your injuries and you should retain any documentation regarding the same.

Navigating personal injury claims can be complex, especially in light of the trauma that victims undergo during such incidents. You don’t have to face this challenge alone. Carlson Bier is here to accord expert guidance through these murky legal waters. Our practiced team will tirelessly work towards ensuring optimum outcomes for your claim.

As an esteemed personal injury lawyer group based in Illinois, we take pride in our commitment to provide personalized legal representation while offering compassionate support to victims healing from traumatic dog bite incidences.

Commence your pursuit for justice today with Carlson Bier– we’re committed in helping you reclaim what was lost due to negligent pet owners. Remember, there’s no out-of-pocket costs unless we win – so rest assured knowing that we’ll give our all into securing positive resolution for your case.

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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 La Grange Park

Pedal Cycle Mishaps

Specializing in legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or risky conditions.

Burn Injuries

Providing expert legal help for patients of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Healthcare Negligence

Ensuring expert legal support for individuals affected by clinical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Fault

Managing cases involving defective products, extending adept legal services to customers affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Abuse

Advocating for the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall & Fall Occurrences

Specialist in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking restitution for their harm.

Childbirth Harms

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

Car Accidents

Crashes: Devoted to aiding patients of car accidents secure equitable compensation for harms and impairment.

Scooter Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal advice for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring just recovery for traumas.

18-Wheeler Incident

Delivering expert legal support for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful settlement for losses.

Building Crashes

Committed to defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Brain Impairments

Committed to providing professional legal advice for persons suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Wounds

Specialized in managing cases for victims who have suffered harms from dog bites or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Committed to legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Unwarranted Fatality

Fighting for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering empathetic and skilled legal guidance to ensure justice.

Neural Impairment

Committed to advocating for persons with spine impairments, offering specialized legal services to secure justice.

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