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About Carlson Bier Associates

Suffering from a dog bite injury can be traumatic, but the dedicated team at Carlson Bier is prepared to help. As experts in Dog Bite Injuries law, our commitment and experience offer you the high-quality representation needed to navigate through these challenging times. We’ve built a reputation upon relentless perseverance for victim’s rights, ensuring that each case receives personalized attention and strategic planning. Our exceptional track record testifies to our ability to prioritize your best interests with unwavering determination. Serving residents throughout Illinois – including Mendon – we bring an understanding of local legal statutes related directly towards aggressive animal attacks like dog bites. Your recovery is paramount: physical rehabilitation and compensation claims shouldn’t come burdened with legal complexities – that’s where we step in as your advocators with proficient knowledge of Dog Bite Injuries litigation process-bringing justice within reach. Choose Carlson Bier for comprehensive support during life-altering personal battles; because no one should face their canine attack aftermath alone- let Carlson Bier advocate flawlessly on your behalf.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Mendon Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we’re committed to offering expert personal injury legal counsel, with a specific proficiency in dog bite injuries. As leading attorneys based out of Illinois, our firm holds a strong commitment towards safeguarding the rights and seeking justice for victims of such unfortunate situations.

Dog bites fall under the purview of personal injury law and it is crucial to understand that each case features unique circumstances. Although it might seem straightforward from an outsider’s perspective, various complexities arise when defining liability and proving negligence on part of the pet owner.

Drawing upon our experience in handling several dog bite cases across Illinois, there are three vital points about dog bite law one should know:

• Under the Illinois Animal Control Act, if you’ve been bitten by a dog or any other animal without provocation while in a location you were legally allowed to be in, then the owner of that animal would typically be held responsible for your damages.

• While every case may not go to trial, obtaining legal representation can certainly help expedite resolution negotiations and potentially increase your compensation.

• The level of damage caused by a dog bite varies significantly; thus affecting settlements. It could range from minor scars to severe physical harm or emotional distress. In essence, determining culpability requires careful examination and expertise.

In many instances, successful recovery after suffering a dog-bite involves more than just medical attention. The trauma resulting from these incidents often necessitates psychological counseling as well as potential loss-of-income during healing periods. Moreover, medical treatments for severe injuries can run into thousands of dollars – costs that needn’t be borne by victims alone.

When it comes to recovering rightful compensation following traumatic incidents like these – your choice matters! Carlson Bier prides itself on its team’s history of aggressive advocacy for victims of unfortunate incidences just like yours – winning fair compensations which provide financial relief for our clients throughout their recoveries.

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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 Mendon

Bicycle Mishaps

Dedicated to legal representation for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Scald Burns

Providing specialist legal support for people of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Physician Carelessness

Providing expert legal services for patients affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Accountability

Handling cases involving unsafe products, providing adept legal services to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Neglect

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Slip and Slip Incidents

Adept in handling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking redress for their harm.

Infant Damages

Delivering legal guidance for loved ones affected by medical misconduct resulting in infant injuries.

Car Incidents

Crashes: Dedicated to assisting individuals of car accidents obtain just recompense for injuries and destruction.

Motorcycle Mishaps

Focused on providing legal assistance for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for damages.

18-Wheeler Collision

Ensuring adept legal representation for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful settlement for damages.

Building Site Collisions

Dedicated to representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Cognitive Damages

Focused on offering dedicated legal advice for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Injuries

Proficient in dealing with cases for victims who have suffered wounds from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Crashes

Specializing in legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Fatality

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and expert legal services to ensure justice.

Backbone Harm

Focused on assisting clients with spine impairments, offering professional legal guidance to secure settlement.

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