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About Carlson Bier Associates

Experiencing a dog bite injury is distressing and challenging. It calls for expert legal help, and that’s where Carlson Bier steps in. Serving the people of Lakemoor, our team specializes in personal injury cases, making us adept at handling complex dog bite litigation. We understand how crucial it is to establish liability by proving negligence or violation of animal control laws—an intricate process we’ve successfully navigated many times before. Though such incidents can be overwhelmingly painful—physically and emotionally—we strive to lessen your burden through sterling professional representation; working hard so you can focus on recovery while we seek just compensation for your injuries. So why choose Carlson Bier as your advocate after suffering a Dog Bite Injury? Our extensive experience combined with unwavering commitment makes us an excellent choice to ensure you receive the full benefits owed under Illinois law—and secure justice on your behalf . Trust in Carlson Bier: relentless pursuers of fair treatment for victims of personal injury across the state—it’s what we do best!

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Lakemoor Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, a personal injury law firm specializing in dog bite injuries based in Illinois. As experienced attorneys, our mission is to help you navigate the legal complexities that often follow such distressing incidents while ensuring all your rights as an aggrieved person are fully recognized and protected.

Dog bites can induce physical trauma, emotional distress, and expose victims to dangerous bacteria leading to infections. It’s important to remember that one doesn’t have to be bitten by a dog for it result into an injury – many cases involved dogs that simply knocked down and injured individuals inadvertently. If you or your loved ones ever find yourself on the receiving end of any form of canine aggression, note these crucial aspects:

– Immediate Medical Assistance: Prompt medical attention curbs potential complications from wounds or risk of infection.

– Documenting The Incident: Make sure to report the dog bite incident with local animal control and police authorities.

– Identifying Information: Attempting a dialogue with the dog owner for contact information fosters future communications regarding liability.

Law surrounding dog bite injuries may seem complex but understanding basic principles can make things much clearer. An interesting detail about Illinois state law is its “strict liability” rule. This rule makes a pet owner liable for any unprovoked attacks causing injury regardless if their pet has never been aggressive before.

Within the scope of recovering damages after a canine attack there are two categories; Economic (out-of-pocket expenses) including:

– Medical treatment

– Psychological counseling

– Lost wages due to absenteeism

And non-economic (intangibles), covering pain and suffering endured because of the accident.

It’s critical understanding how vital acting promptly is when intending to recover damages inflicted by a canine assault. In Illinois specifically, such claims are typically bound by a 2-years limitation window from incident occurrence.

The key here is knowing whom to press charges against which could constitute several parties like outright owners for negligent supervision during attack and landlords for allowing dangerous pets on their properties knowing well the dangers they pose.

It is our altruistic intent that a painful ordeal, like enduring a dog bite or injury, doesn’t get compounded by a tricky and stress-inducing legal battle. Carlson Bier commits to being your steadfast pillar of support during these trying times ensuring swift measures towards rightful reimbursements in an ethical manner dictated by law.

Partnering with us opens avenues for meticulous case reviews, full-on exploitation of every possible line of inquiry and experienced litigators determined on fighting aggressively for your rights as you focus on recovery.

We hope this detailed look into Illinois’s stance on Dog Bite Injuries has brought immense value and enriched understanding about your individual rights post such incidents. Recognize that under palatable circumstances where protocols might seem scary – there’s always help available at hand!

If you’re curious about potential claims for a dog-bite incident you’ve endured click the button below to find out how much your case could be worth. Remember, legal aid empowers; Time is certainly ticking but it’s never too late to seek justice – take that bold step today. With the dedicated Carlson Bier team beside you, no fight seems impossible!

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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 Lakemoor

Cycling Accidents

Focused on legal advocacy for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Flame Wounds

Supplying expert legal help for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Hospital Carelessness

Ensuring professional legal services for patients affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Responsibility

Managing cases involving defective products, offering skilled legal help to customers affected by faulty goods.

Elder Misconduct

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

Trip & Tumble Accidents

Specialist in handling tumble accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking recovery for their suffering.

Birth Damages

Extending legal help for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Accidents: Dedicated to aiding clients of car accidents obtain equitable recompense for injuries and impairment.

Scooter Collisions

Expert in providing legal services for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for losses.

Semi Crash

Offering expert legal representation for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for injuries.

Construction Site Crashes

Dedicated to defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Cerebral Injuries

Expert in ensuring expert legal representation for patients suffering from head injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Damages

Adept at managing cases for clients who have suffered damages from dog bites or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Accidents

Focused on legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Unjust Passing

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and professional legal assistance to ensure fairness.

Neural Impairment

Expert in supporting victims with backbone trauma, offering professional legal representation to secure redress.

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