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For residents of Lakewood, enduring the trauma of a dog bite injury requires not only medical attention but equally crucial legal advocacy. The Carlson Bier law firm is your trusted partner in navigating these complex waters. Our team specializes in personal injury cases, particularly dog bite injuries, ensuring you receive the justice and compensation you rightly deserve. With our experience and intimate understanding of Illinois’ Dog Bite Statute, we are adept at handling intricate nuances often involved in such claims; working tirelessly to safeguard your interests against uncooperative pet owners or insurance companies reluctant to payout. At Carlson Bier, we believe every victim should be adequately compensated for their pain and suffering – financial burdens shouldn’t hinder this right! Opt for Carlson Bier as your Dog Bite Injuries attorney group: marked by unwavering dedication to clients’ needs—fighting tooth-and-nail until justice prevails. Embrace peace-of-mind knowing that professional excellence isn’t merely a promise—it’s what defines us at Carlson Bier!

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Lakewood Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we weave expertise with empathy to provide top-tier legal services. Based in Illinois, we specialize in several areas of personal injury law, including dog bite injuries. Understanding the damaging effects these incidents cause is critical to acknowledging why seeking justice through legal aid has such gravitas.

Dog bites can result in physical trauma and emotional scarring that persist long after initial medical treatment or bandages have been removed. As knowledgeable personal injury attorneys at Carlson Bier, we are seasoned advocates for victims of negligent dog owners. We strive forward this comprehensive overview of potential damages related to dog bite injuries – important considerations when pursuing legal recourse:

• Physically Manifested Damages: These include visible injuries like lacerations, puncture wounds, contusions and infections; physical therapy sessions; scars caused by bites.

• Emotional and Psychological Impact: Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety related to dogs or animals generally called cynophobia, insomnia triggered by recurrent nightmares about the incident may occur after a severe canine attack.

• Financial Implications: This encompasses immediate medical expenses post-bite through emergency treatment or surgery if required, along with ongoing costs such as periodic check-ups and mental health counseling sessions.

Though gruesome to contemplate on these harsh realities that arise from a seemingly simple ‘bite’, awareness is paramount for rightful claim analysis later on. Each case differs based on factors like breed of the dog involved, severity of the inflicted injuries and overall impact suffered by the victim. At Carlson Bier, our specialization lies in tailoring strategic claims based on each client’s individual circumstances backed up by stringent Illinois statutes.

One key element about Illinois law is its strict liability clause regarding dog bites which dictates that pet owners are held accountable for any harm their animal might cause whether or not they were aware the pet could be dangerous. The sole exception occurs if it can be proven unequivocally that the victim provoked said animal prior to attack.

Moreover under Illinois state law, dog owners can also be held responsible for “any injury occasioned by ferocious dogs”. This broadens the application of legal responsibility beyond bites to incorporate injuries that might occur due to a dog’s behavior such as if you’re knocked over or harmed during an aggressive animal’s chase.

At Carlson Bier, we combine forensic expertise with detailed investigation to ensure a fair and factual representation of the incident. Our personal injury attorneys work diligently from gathering information promptly after your initial call all through final settlement negotiations offering unparalleled commitment every step of the way.

With years of experience in handling complex cases involving numerous nuances inherent within personal injury law which vary case-by-case and city-by-city across Illinois, our team endeavors to sustainably support victims navigate this stressful process whilst seeking adequate compensation rights deserve. The victory claimed isn’t restricted merely on financial relief granted but reflects upon societal sensibility enhancement obliging pet-owners more responsible towards their four-legged friends ensuring safety for everyone cohabitating harmoniously thus we further extend our contribution beyond courtroom battles into wider community care realms.

Now that you’ve comprehended scope and seriousness surrounding dog bite injuries along with practical assistance offered at Carlson Bier, we invite you to engage further. If you wish to learn more about possible avenues available for redressal post such traumatic incidents or estimate possible recoupment worthiness your particular predicament holds under Illinois Liability Law framework, proceed below.

Add value not just onto measured scales of justice pursued but actually uplift quality life deserves unhindered by past canine confrontations. Click the button below without delay: verify your case worth today – empowering us lend legally skilled hand guiding strain-free journey towards rightful claim closure tomorrow! Let Carlson Bier contribute industry-specific insights hereby centralizing around client needs sailing beyond mere theoretical deliverance into tangibly rewarding results waiting up ahead on this shared ride towards justice reclaim culture restore mission!

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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 Lakewood

Bicycle Incidents

Specializing in legal support for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or perilous conditions.

Burn Wounds

Supplying adept legal services for victims of intense burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Physician Carelessness

Ensuring expert legal representation for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Accountability

Managing cases involving faulty products, supplying adept legal assistance to individuals affected by defective items.

Senior Neglect

Supporting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in aged care environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble & Trip Accidents

Expert in handling trip accident cases, providing legal advice to clients seeking justice for their losses.

Newborn Wounds

Providing legal help for relatives affected by medical malpractice resulting in childbirth injuries.

Auto Crashes

Mishaps: Focused on guiding sufferers of car accidents get just settlement for damages and destruction.

Motorbike Incidents

Dedicated to providing representation for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring just recovery for harm.

Semi Collision

Delivering specialist legal advice for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for harms.

Building Incidents

Concentrated on advocating for staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or negligence.

Head Harms

Expert in extending professional legal assistance for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Damages

Skilled in dealing with cases for people who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or beast attacks.

Jogger Accidents

Specializing in legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Unwarranted Death

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and skilled legal support to ensure redress.

Neural Injury

Dedicated to assisting persons with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal guidance to secure compensation.

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