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About Carlson Bier Associates

When seeking exceptional representation for dog bite injuries in La Grange, consider the reputable Carlson Bier law firm. Our team of dedicated attorneys specializes in personal injury claims focusing primarily on dog bites incidents. We’ve built our reputation by effectively advocating for clients’ rights while unraveling intricate details of Illinois legal system regarding such injuries. Your trauma following a vicious animal attack goes beyond physical harm; it encompasses psychological distress and significant financial costs as well—areas we are ready to tackle through our comprehensive services tirelessly one case at a time. At Carlson Bier, we negotiate skillfully with insurance companies or take your case to court when necessary – whichever guarantees maximum compensation you deserve due to the negligence of pet owners in preventing their dogs from biting others, undisputedly cemented us amongst leading litigators within La Grange’s vicinities in this practising area based on past clients’ public reviews and professional accreditations received over years proving reliability and effectiveness.”

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in La Grange Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we boast a strong lineage of capable personal injury attorneys who have solid experience and an impressive track record in handling cases of Dog Bite injuries. Based out of Illinois, our firm is well-versed with the complexities and nuances associated with such cases; our team constantly strives to utilize its extensive local knowledge and far-reaching legal intellect to fight for your rights and entitlements.

Having dealt with a high number of canine-related incidents over the years, the reality is clearer to us than ever – No two dog bite cases are alike. Each case comes replete with its unique challenges that barely lend themselves to a templated approach. It’s thus essential for any effective legal response to having not just depth but also the broadness to accommodate these diverse circumstances.

Stepping into some specifics now: First things first, if you, or someone you know has been bitten by a dog in Illinois,start by seeking medical help immediately. Follow this up by reporting the incident promptly to local animal control officials,and keeping careful documentation can extensively aid your claim process later.

Let’s look at some bullet points outlining key aspects:

• Incidents causing severe injuries demand immediate action.

• Unprovoked attacks often lead to stronger cases.

• Evidence is pivotal – Get photos of wounds/scars, obtain witness testimony if possible.

• Owner’s negligence could strengthen your claim – Were they contravening leash laws? Did they fail at controlling an aggressive dog?

That being established, always remember that dealing with insurance companies on your own post such traumatic incidents can be highly challenging! And while every situation certainly calls for immediate medical attention and appropriate measures to ensure public safety subsequently,the need for sound legal representation cannot be underscored.

In all fairness,it’s distinctly possible that you might undermine your claims’ true worth.Take it from us as tried-and-tested personal injury attorneys – Never underestimate what professional counsel can offer.Countless evidence-backed studies confirm that hiring an experienced attorney drastically increases one’s odds at obtaining rightful damages.

With a legal giant like Carlson Bier fighting tooth and nail for you, your fight goes beyond just gaining the treatment expenses. Emotional distress, lost wages if applicable, scars or long-term impairments – We’ll weigh every potential impact while building an unshakeable case aiming to truly capture and vindicate your ordeal’s gravity.

Our attorneys will tenaciously pursue maximum compensation that law allows for your pain and suffering, medical expenses incurred due to the attack,and ongoing treatment or counselling costs related the incident.It is our undying belief that no victim should bear alone the burden of consequence for another’s carelessness.Particularly not when expert legal recourse exists in Illinois though Carlson Bier – The reliable stalwart willing to go all out so justice isn’t denied to yet another dog bite victim.

Perhaps,you’re still uncertain about whether this route is worth taking.Remember- Nothing gets determined till it does.And while many cases indeed get settled outside courtrooms,some surely require going all the way.The question thus becomes– Do you wish to enhance likelihood of walking away with what’s fairly yours? If yes then do not hesitate! Click on the button below right now,and find how much your case might likely be worth,a cost-free evaluation awaits.Let us steer you towards justice; after all we operate with a singular purpose: Your win equals ours.

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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

Bicycle Mishaps

Focused on legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Burn Damages

Giving expert legal services for patients of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Medical Misconduct

Providing expert legal support for persons affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Obligation

Addressing cases involving unsafe products, supplying specialist legal guidance to individuals affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Misconduct

Protecting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in elderly care environments, ensuring fairness.

Trip and Slip Occurrences

Expert in dealing with tumble accident cases, providing legal services to victims seeking justice for their harm.

Infant Damages

Supplying legal aid for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in birth injuries.

Car Incidents

Mishaps: Concentrated on guiding patients of car accidents receive fair compensation for hurts and destruction.

Scooter Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal services for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for harm.

Big Rig Collision

Providing expert legal advice for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for hurts.

Construction Mishaps

Dedicated to assisting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Brain Damages

Dedicated to delivering specialized legal advice for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Wounds

Skilled in managing cases for clients who have suffered harms from puppy bites or wildlife encounters.

Pedestrian Crashes

Committed to legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering restitution.

Unjust Fatality

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and professional legal assistance to ensure redress.

Vertebral Injury

Committed to defending clients with paralysis, offering compassionate legal assistance to secure recovery.

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