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When facing the distressing experience of a dog bite injury, it’s essential to have an expert legal representative by your side. Specializing in Dog Bite Injuries, Carlson Bier offers unparalleled support and representation. Our well-versed attorneys understand Kentucky’s unique laws intricate details on the matter and maintain an experienced perspective to deliver favourable outcomes for Lexington residents navigating such complex cases. The team ensures that victims gain access to their rightful compensation for damages suffered from psychological trauma, physical harm or permanent disfigurement inflicted by a canine attack. A focal point within our practice entails fighting relentlessly against insurance companies who attempt dismissing claims or paying less than what is justly deserved. Opting for Carlson Bier means securing unwavering commitment towards safeguarding your rights against unjust treatment post a dog bite injury incident in Lexington; we’re determined advocates renowned for our proficiency, attention-to-detail and staunch dedication towards ensuring your welfare remains non-negotiable during this challenging time.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Lexington Illinois

At Carlson Bier, an esteemed Illinois-based personal injury law firm, we understand the trauma and distress individuals suffer when involved in a dog bite incident. As passionate advocates for those impacted by unforeseen accidents, our expert team prides itself on providing comprehensive assistance to victims of dog bite injuries.

Dog bites frequently result causes not only physical damage but also psychological harm that can linger well beyond the healing process of physical wounds. Such incidents often lead to serious complications such as infections, nerve damage, scarring, or disfigurement. The cycle of medical treatments and therapies may interrupt normal life routine causing not exclusively extreme distress but socio-economic stress as well.

• Seek immediate medical attention: Puncture wounds from a dog’s teeth can impale deep into tissues leading to infection if untreated.

• Report the incident: Reporting your encounter aids local authorities in tracking dangerous dogs helping protect others from future attacks.

• Gather evidence: All relevant details about the canine and its owner including witnesses need documenting – every bit helps build your case.

• Consult with an attorney: A specialized lawyer has knowledge necessary for navigating legal complexities associated with securing compensation in these cases.

It is noteworthy that Illinois operates under the “Strict Liability” law pertaining to dog bites. This means that a dog’s owner is held entirely liable for any injury or property damage their pet inflicts without you having to prove negligence. However, ‘contributory negligence’ does apply; meaning damages awarded might be reduced if court feels you were partially at fault (e.g., provoking the animal).

Understanding legality surrounding Animal Control Act specifics enhances your chances of earning rightful restitution. Ensuring this task demands experienced attorneys adept at maneuvering through intricate channels between factual evidence presentation and claims defense against potential counter-accusations.

The intricacies mentioned above undoubtedly establish representation by qualified personal injury lawyers like ours at Carlson Bier as pivotal for negotiating fair settlements in such cases. Bringing years’ worth experience, our qualified team comprehends nuances involved around dog bite related lawsuits. We diligently work for securing maximum compensation meant to mitigate burden consequent of medical bills, lost wages, and pain or suffering you endured due to the incident.

Whether your case involves negligent restraint leading to a public threat or violation of local leash laws, Carlson Bier excels at meticulously scrutinizing all aspects. Our goal is maximizing your deserved recovery capacity overcoming legality intricacies. You are entitled to receive rightful compensation for unforeseen hardship caused by someone else’s pet.

Do not let the cost concern deter you from reaching out – At Carlson Bier, we operate on a contingency basis; hence you only pay once the outcome serves in your favor. This motivates us further into dedicating ourselves toward winning cases that sustain your absolute faith in us.

The initial consultation at Carlson Bier is always free since our prime focus rests with serving justice rather than business acquisition. We believe each case carries unique circumstances demanding personalized attention which is why our expert attorneys take time towards understanding each aspect of your ordeal thoroughly before initiating any legal proceedings.

Trying times call for professional support offering comfort alongside impeccable service assuring quick recovery and best possible compensation guaranteeing smooth road ahead post-trauma both emotionally and financially. Being victim to such unfortunate circumstance definitely deserves empathetic support coupled with unparalleled legal presentation quality ensuring deserving vindication.

Moving forward alone can be daunting but remember you’re not alone throughout this challenging journey as long as you have Carlson Bier standing by your side fighting aggressively on your behalf ensuring justice served every step until final verdict.

To discover an estimate regarding what could potentially be received if successful during suit proceedings – simply click button located below this page’s description where comprehensive details await answering as per specific context providing unrivalled transparency easing already overwhelming predicament encountered through experience being similar situation previously facing multifaceted concerns needing adept handling without delay subsequently encouraging more informed decisions improving overall odds substantially against ever-versatile law. Let Carlson Bier alleviate your confusion and uncertainty; click ‘find out what your case is worth’ now!

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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 Lexington

Cycling Incidents

Specializing in legal support for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or risky conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Supplying professional legal help for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Hospital Incompetence

Offering expert legal services for clients affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Accountability

Taking on cases involving problematic products, supplying professional legal help to clients affected by defective items.

Aged Abuse

Defending the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to neglect in care facilities environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip and Stumble Occurrences

Skilled in handling stumble accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking restitution for their losses.

Infant Wounds

Delivering legal aid for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Crashes: Dedicated to assisting patients of car accidents gain equitable settlement for injuries and losses.

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

Trucking Collision

Offering adept legal advice for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just claims for injuries.

Building Crashes

Concentrated on defending staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Brain Traumas

Expert in providing expert legal representation for persons suffering from head injuries due to incidents.

Canine Attack Traumas

Adept at tackling cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Accidents

Focused on legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Passing

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, offering empathetic and skilled legal support to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Injury

Specializing in assisting patients with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure redress.

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