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If you’re a resident of Mattoon grappling with the aftermath of an unfortunate dog bite accident, Carlson Bier is here to provide indisputable legal support. Dealing with a dog bite injury isn’t only about physical pain; it can also bring substantial emotional and financial strain. Leaning on Carlson Bier’s esteemed expertise, you can find solace in knowing that your case is handled by lawyers who specialize in personal injury law and are deeply versed in addressing dog bite injuries’ unique nuances. With extensive experience in Illinois jurisdiction, at our firm we understand the gravity of such incidents better than most. We pride ourselves on having unequivocal commitment towards helping victims receive due compensation for their tribulations while dealing thoroughly with complex liability issues concerning pet owners or insurance companies involved. In choosing Carlson Bier as your ally stands not just a claim for justice but also step towards healing from victimhood to reclaiming control over the course of your life after a traumatic event like this one.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Mattoon Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our legal expertise is not limited to physical injuries resulting from car accidents or workplace mishaps, we also take a specific interest in cases involving dog bite injuries. As Illinois personal injury attorneys with several years of experience, we understand the severe emotional and physical turmoil that can ensue following an incident with a dog. Dealing with traumatic memories and possibly disfiguring injuries can prove to be overwhelming for individuals and their families.

Firstly, it’s important for victims of dog bites to know their rights under the animal control laws established in Illinois. The law states that if you are bitten by a dog or other animal without provocation while peaceably conducting yourself at any location where you may lawfully be, then the owner of such animal is responsible for your injuries. Importantly, this liability is not contingent on whether or not the owner was aware of the viciousness of their pet.

• These laws cover medical bills – including future necessary medical treatments related to the bite.

• It covers lost wages if your ability to work has been impacted because of a dog bite or its aftermath.

The primary goal here at Carlson Bier is making sure victims receive full compensation within the confines of these laws.

Negligence on part of the owner leading to an attack could further strengthen your case allowing for punitive damages as well apart from standard compensations suggested by state law guidelines. We are proficient at identifying these factors which could increase potential settlement amounts tremendously. However, despite there being favourable legislation present for victims remember –

• Knowledge about Illinois Dog Bite Law alone cannot assure favorable outcome

• Expert representation in courts critical even in seemingly straightforward scenarios

• Proving negligible fault on victim’s part crucial

When it comes down to legitimate claims over dog bite incidents around Illinois it isn’t sufficient merely understanding local legalities; expert representation makes all difference between loss or success.

Remember too: comprisal after-life effects witnessed by such traumatic incidents equal importance during award considerations. These could range from psychological trauma, fears, phobias or impression on overall lifestyle especially in case of children.

At Carlson Bier, we empathetically handle these situations with utmost professionalism. The depth within our team’s expertise extends beyond tight-knit knowledge surrounding these cases towards detailed understanding about associated medical issues related to dog bites too. This allows us in better comprehending potential long-term implications that could inadvertently be affecting your life more than you might realize thus ensuring none of the damages escape recognition during litigations and subsequent compensatory procedures.

We urge you not to face such stressful situations alone when expert guidance is just a call away. Our free consultation service allows easy accessibility without any upfront monetary involvement. Let us take up your burden while you focus on recovery – navigating through complex legal processes is what we specialize in after all.

Finally, everyone wonders about the worth of their case – rightly so considering involved stress and suffering! But arriving at ‘worth’ brings into picture numerous factors – extent/ nature of injuries; effect on normal functioning; past, present & future financial losses including wages and bills; along with impacts like mental anguish, loss of enjoyment etc., only a thorough professional can rightfully evaluate them together for most accurate figures.

Hence, as last but definitive step towards initiation of rejuvenation journey post horrific dog bite incident- do explore below to find out how much your case might actually be worth! Allow us illuminate path towards justice backed by law and unparalleled professional support – join hands with prestigious Carlson Bier Attorney Group – where each distressing story finds its deserving resolution.

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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 Mattoon

Cycling Incidents

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

Fire Injuries

Providing expert legal services for people of severe burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Physician Negligence

Ensuring dedicated legal representation for patients affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Accountability

Taking on cases involving defective products, supplying specialist legal assistance to customers affected by product malfunctions.

Geriatric Abuse

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring protection.

Slip & Slip Injuries

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

Newborn Wounds

Extending legal guidance for relatives affected by medical malpractice resulting in birth injuries.

Automobile Accidents

Accidents: Devoted to guiding patients of car accidents get equitable remuneration for damages and damages.

Motorcycle Crashes

Focused on providing legal assistance for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

Truck Accident

Ensuring adept legal advice for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate claims for losses.

Construction Accidents

Committed to representing workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Cerebral Traumas

Dedicated to ensuring compassionate legal assistance for clients suffering from cerebral injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Injuries

Proficient in handling cases for persons who have suffered harms from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Jogger Mishaps

Dedicated to legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Unfair Fatality

Fighting for families affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and adept legal assistance to ensure justice.

Neural Injury

Specializing in defending clients with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal support to secure redress.

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