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About Carlson Bier Associates

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in providing dependable legal representation for victims of Dog Bite Injuries. Our well-rounded Illinois-based team offers unrivaled experience and knowledge in this highly complex field. We understand the severe physical and emotional trauma that a dog bite can inflict on an individual. That’s why we fervently work to ensure you receive rightful compensation for your injuries – covering medical bills, lost wages, pain, suffering and more! As unmatched authorities on Dog Bite Injury cases, our clients’ needs are paramount; their rights & justice are always pursued with relentless dedication by our sterling team. Being familiar with both state laws and local nuances within Leland allows us to meticulously build robust cases tailored specifically for each client’s unique set of circumstances. While navigating the complexities of such unfortunate situations is often stressful and overwhelming for individuals involved, Carlson Bier stands ready as your most reliable bet against formidable odds in any Dog Bite Injury situation — ensuring you secure what rightfully belongs to you under Illinois law.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Leland Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our expertise extends to a wide array of personal injury law intricacies, renowned among them is providing legal support for dog bite injuries. As leading Illinois-based personal injury lawyers with numerous successful cases under our belts, we understand the distress and trauma caused by such incidents. Our primary goal is to ensure that you acquire necessary insights and navigate through these trying times with uncompromised ease.

Dog bites can have severe implications – physical suffering, emotional distress and financial burden arising from medical treatment are but a few of them. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports that one in five people bitten by a dog requires medical attention; thus stressing upon the seriousness of dog bite injuries.

Notably:

• A victim may contract an infection if the wound isn’t adequately treated.

• Emotional trauma may occur post such incidents which could lead to psychological distress like anxiety or fear.

• A severe bite might cause permanent scars, disfigurement or even disability.

It’s pivotal to understand your rights when faced with such adversity. In Illinois, the Animal Control Act assigns responsibility to pet owners for any harm caused due to their pet’s negligent actions unless there are mitigating factors involved. Therefore, dog bite victims are entitled under this law to claim compensation for their sufferings directly from the animal’s owner or their insurance agency.

Yet are all circumstances alike? No two cases bear similarities as each story unfolds uniquely:

• An uncalled trespass might negate your right to sue,

• Provocation is another aspect – should it be proved that you had provoked the animal in some manner would weaken your case,

• The stature of limiting claims also applies here – If two years lapse since the incident before filing suit renders it nullified thereafter,

To attain clarity under these complex issues reach out to us at Carlson Bier where our professional team of experienced attorneys will help in obtaining deserved restitution ensuring prompt justice served at zero up-front costs – yes, we work on a contingency basis and guarantee the best possible outcome for your case.

Not only do we comprehend the legal complexities entwined, but our sensitivity in dealing with clients who has suffered such personal injury truly distinguishes us from others. We extend support in resourcefully collecting evidence which plays a crucial role while battling dog bite lawsuits – photographs of injuries sustained, witness testimonies and medical reports are meticulously woven into powerful arguments favoring you.

Remember – seeking professional help is paramount as self-representation might lead to inadequate compensation; whereas Carlson Bier seeks to maximize your damage recovery via strategic claim management concerning:

• Medical expenses,

• Lost wages due to extended rehab periods,

• Emotional distress damages.

Therefore, step forward confidently knowing you have stalwarts at Carlson Bier safeguarding your interests – ensuring justice delivered seamlessly easing complex legalese through proper communication.

Dog bite injuries can leave lasting emotional and physical scars. But by entrusting experienced victim’s rights attorneys like us not only assures comprehensive legal guidance but also provides closure promising stability towards normalcy.

Your journey starts here…so why wait? Take the first step today! Click on the button below to find out how much your case may be worth. Remember – Knowledge is power… empower yourself with all there’s to know about navigating this process successfully with Carlson Bier leading every stride! So click that button NOW and let’s START assessing YOUR Case potential TODAY!

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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 Leland

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Focused on legal services for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Flame Injuries

Extending specialist legal support for people of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Hospital Malpractice

Providing specialist legal representation for clients affected by hospital malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Goods Responsibility

Managing cases involving faulty products, extending skilled legal assistance to victims affected by harmful products.

Elder Abuse

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to mistreatment in nursing homes environments, ensuring protection.

Trip & Slip Accidents

Specialist in dealing with slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking restitution for their suffering.

Birth Injuries

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

Auto Accidents

Crashes: Committed to guiding victims of car accidents secure reasonable recompense for wounds and harm.

Motorcycle Incidents

Expert in providing representation for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Truck Mishap

Extending experienced legal assistance for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for injuries.

Building Collisions

Engaged in assisting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Injuries

Focused on ensuring dedicated legal assistance for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Damages

Skilled in addressing cases for people who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Accidents

Expert in legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Unfair Demise

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and experienced legal support to ensure fairness.

Spinal Cord Damage

Committed to defending clients with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal support to secure settlement.

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