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About Carlson Bier Associates

When suffering from dog bite injuries in Markham City, find assurance and skilled legal representation with Carlson Bier. Specialized in personal injury cases, we are well-versed in the nuances of Illinois’ Dog Bite law. Our proficiency has won numerous clients the compensation they rightfully deserved. It’s imperative to understand that time is a crucial element when pursuing legal reparations for such incidents; hence, prompt action under our seasoned attorneys will provide guidance through this onerous process, ensuring your rights are meticulously advocated for at each step. We diligently investigate every case detail to realize its maximum potential while empathetically understanding the physical and emotional stress involved. As adept negotiators or assertive litigators – whatever circumstances demand – you can confidently rely on Carlson Bier’s capable hands as your expert dog bite injuries resource provider committed vigilantly towards serving justice fastidiously yet compassionately tailored towards your unique needs.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Markham City Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we believe in equipping and empowering our clients with information about the nature of personal injury cases that could pertain to them. A prominent area in this practice is handling Dog Bite Injuries, a surprisingly prevalent issue within our society.

Dog Bite Injuries can happen without warning, causing severe damage and trauma both physically and emotionally. It’s a violation that alters life unexpectedly and acts as a disruptive force. The implications are far-reaching, attaching medical bills for treatments such as rabies shots, stitches, antibiotics or potentially disfigurement therapy to an already distressful situation. Moreover, it inflicts emotional traumas like insomnia due to disturbing flashback incidents or arising fear of dogs making social scenarios challenging.

Whether you’ve personally suffered from a dog bite or someone close to you has been affected by one, understanding your rights is intrinsic in your journey towards justice and recovery. Importantly:

• Illinois operates on the basis of strict liability regarding law dog bites. Meaning if you have been bitten by a dog in any unprovoked circumstances while peaceably conducting yourself or were legally present at the location where it happened, then the owner of the said dog can be held liable for damages.

• Be aware that there’s no “one free bite rule” in Illinois – suggesting regardless if the animal has previously shown vicious behavior or not; its owner would still be responsible for any harm inflicted.

• You must file your case within two years from when the incident occurred according to Illinois statute”.

Now understanding these basic rights certainly holds value but involving representation from experienced personal injury lawyers goes beyond.

The team at Carlson Bier is adept with nuances embedded within dog bite legislature and fervently negotiate rightful compensation considering multiple factors like severity of physical harm caused coupled with corresponding mental stress endured alongside counting lost wages due to inability to work during recovery timeframes amongst accounting potential future necessary medical procedures entailing costs.

We know how critical this time is, thus we steadfastly advocate maximizing recovery ensuring victims aren’t denied legitimate claims. Similarly, when dealing with insurance companies aiming to minimize their payouts, having Carlson Bier’s team on your side gives an advantaged edge with our thorough understanding of strategies employed by these firms.

It’s indisputably a traumatic experience getting bitten by a dog; being left on your own thereafter managing the legal fronts only makes it tougher and overwhelming. That’s where we come in – providing you empathetic representations through tough times relieving you from complexities of instructorious law interpretations helping focus solely towards necessary healing and rehabilitation.

At Carlson Bier, as personal injury attorneys specializing particularly in Dog Bite injuries, we understand the devastating toll such incidents take on victims. We see our clients not just as cases but fellow community members needing aid navigating these difficult times – they are our primary motivation for relentlessly pursuing fair compensation aligning best interest at foremost priority.

Remember that bogged down laws should never stand in your way towards rightful indemnity. Every victim deserves justice and it’s our commitment to ensure that it gets delivered impeccably.

We invite you now to explore further potential reparations entitled specifically unique to individual circumstances prevailing over generic boilerplates applied ubiquitously. Click on the button below and discover how much your case could potentially be worth. Get started immediately; transcendence from this troubling event starts right here!

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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 Markham City

Bicycle Incidents

Focused on legal representation for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or perilous conditions.

Scald Injuries

Giving expert legal services for people of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Healthcare Carelessness

Ensuring experienced legal support for clients affected by healthcare malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Fault

Taking on cases involving defective products, supplying skilled legal services to victims affected by harmful products.

Elder Misconduct

Supporting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Slip & Slip Mishaps

Adept in dealing with tumble accident cases, providing legal representation to victims seeking redress for their injuries.

Childbirth Injuries

Providing legal help for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Motor Crashes

Incidents: Concentrated on supporting sufferers of car accidents secure fair settlement for injuries and harm.

Motorcycle Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

Semi Crash

Offering adept legal advice for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for losses.

Construction Site Collisions

Engaged in advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Impairments

Dedicated to ensuring professional legal advice for victims suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Wounds

Adept at tackling cases for victims who have suffered harms from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Jogger Collisions

Dedicated to legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Undeserved Demise

Working for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and professional legal representation to ensure justice.

Neural Injury

Focused on assisting patients with spinal cord injuries, offering expert legal support to secure redress.

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