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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’re faced with the trauma of a dog bite injury in Melrose Park, Carlson Bier is your number one choice for outstanding legal representation. Our significant experience dealing solely with personal injury cases provides us unparalleled expertise when it comes to challenging Dog Bite Injury incidents. With a proven track record of securing substantial settlements for our clients, we offer unyielding commitment towards each and every case. Our firm meticulously investigates all aspects to ensure faultless arguments and best possible compensation claims for your distressing experiences. Choosing Carlson Bier means prioritizing empathy without compromising tenacity—our attorneys work relentlessly towards holding the responsible parties accountable while fully understanding the emotional upheaval endured by victims of dog bites; striking this balance is what sets us apart from other law firms. Don’t navigate this painful journey alone or leave it in the hands of inexperienced lawyers—trust us at Carlson Bier to turn adversities into victories, facilitating justice served efficiently.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Melrose Park Illinois

Carlson Bier is an experienced personal injury law firm based in Illinois. With a focus area of dog bite injuries, we provide meticulous legal counsel and representation to victims of these distressing incidents. Navigating the complexities of such situations can prove to be daunting for many; that’s where we step in.

Dog bites often go beyond mere physical harm. Psychological trauma could well accompany the injury, amplifying the pain and suffering of the victim manifold. At Carlson Bier, we understand this multifaceted aspect of dog bite injuries. Thus, our dedicated team works relentlessly to ensure not only compensation for your medical expenses but also restitution for emotional distress caused by such unfortunate events.

Here are some key points about dog bite injuries that you might find helpful:

• Immediate Medical Attention: Seek immediate medical assistance after a dog attack and follow through with prescribed treatment diligently.

• Document Everything: Record all details related to the incident including the location, presence or absence of control measures (like leash), symptoms and their progression etc., to build a comprehensive case.

• Identify The Dog Owner: Identifying the owner is crucial as per Illinois’s laws on strict liability concerning dog bites which hold them responsible irrespective of past animal behavior.

Being subjected to a canine attack can be quite daunting and unsettling. It shakes your confidence along with causing significant physical harm. Such stressful experiences often deter individuals from seeking appropriate legal action for fear of exacerbating matters further. At Carlson Bier, we aim to make this journey smoother by providing you with an understanding of what you can expect while pursuing litigation regarding dog bite injuries.

Under Illinois State Law, if an unprovoked dog or other animal attacks someone off the premises owned or controlled by its owner and causes them bodily harm then the full amount of damages sustained may be claimed against this owner directly. Furthermore, it is essential to note that claims related to dog bites must typically be filed within two years from the date of the bite. However, exceptions may apply in individual cases which underline the importance of seeking legal counsel immediately after the event.

Dog bites can result in various types of injuries including but not limited to puncture wounds, crushing injuries, lacerations and scrapes, nerve damage, infection risk, and even psychological trauma. Each of these impacts upon your daily life differently – medical expenses pile up alongside an edifice of emotional distress that often leads to dark days marked by fear and anxiety. Shouldering this burden alone is unnecessary; our teams at Carlson Bier are committed to lifting some weight off your shoulders through comprehensive legal support.

At Carlson Bier, we believe that every person whose life has been disrupted due to a dog bite injury deserves justice. As personal injury attorneys with expertise in Illinois State Law on animal attacks, we aim not only to educate you about your rights but also assist you throughout this arduous journey till a satisfactory resolution is reached.

Seeking compensation for dog bite injuries involves quantifying both physical harm and emotional suffering into monetary terms – often an overwhelming task for individuals already dealing with the aftermath of such an incident. Let us help you navigate these intricate paths – our experience and professional acumen have led to numerous judgements favoring victims like yourself.

Finally, if you’ve been affected by a canine attack and would like professional assistance in claiming restitution for your sufferings – Contact Carlson Bier now! Click on the button below for a preliminary evaluation of your case free-of-charge because everyone deserves justice! Don’t let financial concerns bully you out from what’s rightfully yours! Take charge today– let’s stand together against animal attack injustices.

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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 Melrose Park

Cycling Incidents

Specializing in legal services for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or dangerous conditions.

Burn Traumas

Extending adept legal services for patients of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Hospital Carelessness

Ensuring experienced legal assistance for clients affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Responsibility

Managing cases involving defective products, offering adept legal support to victims affected by defective items.

Senior Malpractice

Protecting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble & Trip Accidents

Professional in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal services to victims seeking justice for their suffering.

Neonatal Harms

Offering legal assistance for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Auto Incidents

Accidents: Committed to guiding sufferers of car accidents obtain just compensation for wounds and damages.

Motorbike Collisions

Specializing in providing legal advice for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Big Rig Collision

Ensuring professional legal assistance for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just recompense for hurts.

Construction Accidents

Committed to advocating for staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Head Injuries

Committed to ensuring professional legal support for patients suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Wounds

Adept at tackling cases for individuals who have suffered harms from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Dedicated to legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Unjust Fatality

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing sensitive and adept legal support to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Focused on defending victims with vertebral damage, offering expert legal representation to secure recovery.

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