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If you’ve experienced a dog bite injury in Lawrenceville, Carlson Bier is here to provide the highest level of legal services you deserve. We have built a sterling reputation on the pillars of prowess, professionalism and unwavering commitment to our clients’ needs when it comes down to all matters related to personal injuries. Dog bites can lead not only to physical wounds but also emotional trauma, making it more than just an unfortunate incident – it is indeed about your life’s function & quality thereafter. Our firm has extensive experience helping victims navigate through complex litigation processes that involve dog bite cases successfully. At Carlson Bier we believe that everyone deserves skilled representation from lawyers who are able administrators of justice while demonstrating compassion for their clients’ circumstances. By choosing us as your advocates amidst adversity surrounding such incidents, perhaps during some less certain hours of life – rest assured you’re backed by perseverance and specialized expertise ready for any challenges along this path towards restoring peace back into your lives again after tragic mishaps like these unruly canine encounters fraught with potential harm if left unattended legally at once!

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Lawrenceville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our expertise extends to handling Personal Injury cases of all kinds. Today, we want to share valuable information about an aspect of personal injury law often overlooked but of pertinence – Dog Bite Injuries.

Dog bites can result in severe injuries and long-term trauma. The physical and emotional toll they take can be devastating, leaving victims with costly medical bills and ongoing treatment costs for psychological damage or rehabilitation. The state of Illinois holds dog owners strictly liable for any harm their pets cause; thus, victims are entitled to recover costs incurred due to the incident.

• Owners’ Responsibility: Illinois Law 510 ILCS 5/16 stipulates that if a dog attacks without provocation while the person is conducting themselves peaceably, the owner is liable for civil damages.

• Time Frame: There exists a Statute of Limitations which states you must initiate your claim within two years from the date you were bitten.

• Shared Blame: If bitten by a dog after provoking it intentionally or unintentionally, courts may assign some portion of blame on you too under contributory negligence rule.

At Carlson Bier, we have extensive experience handling dog bite cases with finesse and compassion – always prioritizing client recovery above all else– ensuring steps towards recompense are taken promptly.

Consider these key factors about how we handle your case:

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‍When retained as your representation,

1) We investigate thoroughly – gathering solid evidence including photographic proof, documentation of medical treatments costs etc., reconstructing scenarios when necessary.

2) We negotiate effectively- Utilizing our honed skills at negotiation tables aiming to get maximum compensation from insurance companies or defendants.

3) We litigate aggressively- If need be, we do not hesitate being aggressive in courtrooms fighting tooth & nail for full justice deserved.

Of utmost importance is understanding comprehensive rights associated with dog bite injuries. You as victim could potentially receive compensation relating to:

• Medical costs covering surgeries, therapy or counseling etc.,

• Loss of wages due any work missed,

• Pain & Suffering undergone-physical or psychological.

Also factored is estimated future expense tied to treating the injury. We at Carlson Bier ascertain every item be evaluated fairly in your compensation calculation so as to ensure apt recompense for your ordeal.

To shed light on common misconceptions associated with dog bite injuries: You may feel hesitant pressing charges against a familiar person/pet-owner fearing it would ruin personal relationships. However, usually in these cases reimbursements are paid from the pet owner’s insurance investment, not out-of-pocket – thus protecting bonds of friendship and kinship without compromising on justice and fair recompensation.

Put simply, if you were bitten by a dog – whether you thought initially that it was minor or grave; whether it took place at a friend’s home or public place – do not neglect your right to compensation for the damages it may have caused both physically and emotionally.

Having walked this path before & successfully led clients through complex legalities attached, we, Carlson Bier take pride in our commitment towards providing astute counsel coupled with relentless representation. We understand the trauma has serious implications on overall health & life quality which are irreplaceable losses felt deeply hence offering thorough professional assistance ensuring just outcome that represents your best interests at heart.

Finally, if you’ve been injured because of a dog bite incident in Illinois and want detailed assessment of potential case value based solely on merits specific to individual circumstance – Click the button below for an instant evaluation free of cost! Your journey towards justice begins here with us, our experienced personal injury attorneys who purposefully guide you translating legal knowledge into tangible outcomes easing burdens inherent to such unfortunate incidents.

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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 Lawrenceville

Bicycle Incidents

Expert in legal advocacy for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others' recklessness or risky conditions.

Fire Wounds

Offering professional legal services for victims of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Medical Incompetence

Extending dedicated legal assistance for clients affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Liability

Taking on cases involving defective products, offering specialist legal support to victims affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Misconduct

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Stumble and Slip Injuries

Skilled in addressing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking restitution for their damages.

Birth Harms

Supplying legal support for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Collisions

Incidents: Committed to guiding patients of car accidents gain fair recompense for wounds and harm.

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Specializing in providing legal advice for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Truck Accident

Extending adept legal support for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for losses.

Building Mishaps

Concentrated on representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Brain Traumas

Specializing in extending expert legal assistance for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Wounds

Expertise in handling cases for individuals who have suffered wounds from dog bites or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Crashes

Specializing in legal representation for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Unfair Loss

Fighting for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering compassionate and professional legal representation to ensure redress.

Spine Impairment

Expert in supporting victims with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal assistance to secure justice.

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