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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you or a loved one has suffered from a dog bite injury in Liberty, the skilled team at Carlson Bier is ready to champion your cause. Possessing an impressive track record in successfully navigating this specific space of personal injury law, their expertise is unmatched. They use an aggressive approach towards securing full and fair compensation for victims of animal attacks. Each dog bite case is unique and can render complex legal challenges; with Carlson Bier on your side, these complexities are met head-on by experienced professionals who have dedicated their careers to such cases. Their commitment resides predominantly in advocating tirelessly for those severely affected by canine-induced injuries. With deep understanding of Illinois’ nuanced dog bite laws, they will fight vigorously ensuring the responsible party’s accountability while steering victims through intricate claim procedures competently and compassionately. At Carlson Bier, they believe that no person should bear undue suffering because of a negligent pet owner’s irresponsibility– choose them as your trusted partner advocating for justice!

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Liberty Illinois

Dog bite injuries have a significant and distressing impact on victims, often with lifelong consequences. At Carlson Bier, we focus on providing expert legal advice and representing individuals affected by these incidents. Dealing with such traumatic events requires extensive knowledge of the Illinois dog bite statutes, as well as empathy towards the victims.

In Illinois, three primary elements determine the basis for a Dog Bite lawsuit: evidence that the defendant owns the dog; proof that the victim did not provoke the animal; confirmation that victim was in a location legally at the time of attack. The state adheres to strict liability standards for dog bites which means owners are held accountable for their pets’ actions even without clear negligence evident.

Understanding your rights and potential compensation is crucial when facing these unfortunate incidents. As per Illinois law, several types of damages can be recovered following a dog bite incident:

• Medical Bills – Immediate medical treatment costs and any ongoing health care expenditure.

• Pain And Suffering – This includes both physical discomfort and emotional trauma post-incident.

• Lost Wages – Income lost due to inability to work following the accident.

• Cosmetic Surgery – If your injury results in disfigurement, cost of cosmetic or reconstructive surgery may be recoverable.

• Psychological Counseling– Victims might require mental health counseling due to trauma related to an event.

At Carlson Bier, we pledge our utmost commitment towards protecting your legal rights and ensuring maximum possible compensation. Our team equips you with all necessary information about lawsuits including understanding comparative fault rule (where if victim has partial responsibility it may affect claim) or conducting investigations around leash laws violations.

Our seasoned attorneys understand how daunting it can be dealing with paperwork while recovering from personal injury trauma like a dog bite incident. Rest assured knowing that our dedicated team provides comprehensive legal support during this challenging period so you dedicate yourself entirely to recovery process.

When choosing legal representation for any personal injury claim including dog bites, consider factors beyond mere legal knowledge. Look for a firm with substantial experience specifically about dog bite injury lawsuits, who are responsive and provide personalized care. The attorneys at Carlson Bier exhibit these traits and have consistently demonstrated over years their commitment towards client’s rights.

Lastly, it’s essential to remember the statute of limitations (the deadline for filing suit). In Illinois, this is typically two years from date of injury; unless you’re claiming against an entity like city then the period becomes only one year. You require expert counsel to navigate through complexities involved in dealing accordingly maximize your claim’s potential.

At Carlson Bier, our skilled team of personal injury lawyers possess in-depth understanding of all aspects related to laws surrounding dog bites in Illinois as well as intricacies involved while mirroring unwavering dedication towards your cause till resolution achieved.

In times of distress following such upsetting incidents, immediate access to experienced legal representation is paramount in protecting your rights and securing suitable retribution. Thus, here at Carlson Bier Attorney group located securely within state boundaries of Illinois – we bring a reservoir of strategic expertise coupled with empathetic approach to these matters ensuring seamless engagement throughout course journey.

In coming forward for obtaining justice by holding negligent parties accountable following dog attack or other personal accidents leading to injuries– trust us being there every step way standing firmly besides you! We encourage you right now click on button below which leads towards determining worth individual case which would be customized based on unique situation severity thus bringing closure staring afresh onwards positive tomorrow!

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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 Liberty

Bike Mishaps

Expert in legal support for people injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or unsafe conditions.

Burn Traumas

Extending expert legal help for victims of major burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Hospital Negligence

Delivering experienced legal support for clients affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Fault

Handling cases involving problematic products, supplying expert legal assistance to consumers affected by defective items.

Elder Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Slip and Fall Incidents

Expert in handling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal representation to clients seeking redress for their suffering.

Childbirth Traumas

Delivering legal support for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Incidents

Crashes: Concentrated on guiding victims of car accidents get fair remuneration for harms and damages.

Motorbike Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal advice for individuals involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Delivering professional legal representation for drivers involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate settlement for hurts.

Construction Site Crashes

Focused on assisting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or carelessness.

Cognitive Impairments

Dedicated to offering dedicated legal services for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Injuries

Expertise in tackling cases for clients who have suffered injuries from dog bites or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Crashes

Focused on legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering restitution.

Unfair Loss

Advocating for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and expert legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Backbone Trauma

Specializing in supporting persons with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal support to secure compensation.

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