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About Carlson Bier Associates

When a traumatising experience such as a dog bite injury occurs, it’s vital to have expertise on your side. Carlson Bier is renowned for their exceptional representation in this field. With thousands of individuals suffering from these kinds of injuries each year within the state of Illinois, including Mendota and surrounding areas, many find themselves in need of trusted legal support. In addition to physical pain and emotional distress caused by such an incident; mounting medical bills and complex insurance claims can be overwhelming. Here at Carlson Bier, we help victims navigate this challenging time with confidence due to our extensive understanding and proficiency in personal injury law relating specifically to dog bite incidents. Combining compassionate guidance with uncompromised aggression while negotiating with insurance companies or battling courtroom litigation assures that our clients get the compensation they are rightly entitled too —and all this comes second nature when you choose us as your representative… So don’t just bear it but beat it confidently with Carlson Bier!

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Mendota Illinois

Welcome to the trusted and exceptional law firm of Carlson Bier. As pioneers in personal injury law with a key focus on dog bite injuries, we are based in Illinois and are staunch advocates for your rights. Dog bites can leave individuals scarred, both physically and emotionally, disrupting lives in unimaginable ways. With an empathetic approach and expert understanding of this field, our seasoned attorneys aim to aid those impacted significantly by such heinous incidents.

Education remains at the forefront of what we do here at Carlson Bier. Our team believes that informed victims stand a better chance at justice. This is why we continually strive to provide valuable insight into every facet of dog-bite injuries.

• Trauma: Most assume it’s just physical harm; however, psychological trauma following a canine attack cannot be overlooked.

• Liability Confusions: An aspect of many cases involves disputing who bears responsibility for pet action.

• Severity Determination: The viciousness of the animal aggression or damage extent often generates contradictory viewpoints.

Understanding these aspects helps deliver comprehensive legal reparation through strategic litigation processes applicable under Illinois’ personal injury guidelines.

Our premier services resonate with the spectrum contained within personal injury lawsuits around dog bites.

Ensuring Medical Prognosis– Substantial medical evidence is fundamental when constructing robust legal defense strategies against hefty financial burdens that accompany treatment procedures post-dog attacks.

Analyzing Incident Dynamics – Another integral part hails from delving deep into each incident’s nature concerning dog behavior patterns and owner control measures.

Negotiating Fair Compensation – Be it lost wages, personae trauma-induced suffering costs, or future potential financial expenses due to ongoing care needs resulting from an encounter with an aggressive canine–count on us to relentlessly push for reasonable compensation settlements commensurate with your case evaluation results.

At Carlson Bier, every client is unique – as are their circumstances. Through our personalized approach crafted over years of dedication towards helping victims find respite through justice, we deploy tailored strategies to cater to specific needs. Grounded in Illinois legislation, our legal endeavors reflect an optimum blend of aggressive representation and compassionate understanding.

By connecting the dots between psychological impacts and physical tribulations associated with dog bite incidents, we are committed to ensuring fair compensation claims for your injuries. This includes causing harm by ‘aggressive play’— often overlooked by many injury attorneys around the state— that Carlson Bier’s perspectives differ from rest.

Whether it involves handling complex negotiations with insurance agencies or demonstrating relentless tenacity towards litigation against guilty parties at fault when peaceful alternatives fail to materialize results-our endeavours remain fueled by your best interests.

We realize that embarking upon legal routes can be daunting, confusing, and honestly quite overwhelming without proper support structures. At Carlson Bier law firm, our empathetic approach coupled with sheer dedication is what sets us apart.

Our steadfast belief lies within founding vital partnerships built on trust via transparent operations while navigating through murky catacombs dictating personal injury laws under Illinois’ nuanced regulations connected to canine-inflicted damages.

Please remember that every second counts post-dog bites – medical help must be an immediate priority; however parallelly initiating steps towards legal consultation holds paramount importance as well considering statutes of limitations defined under Illinois jurisdiction concerning such incidents exist.

Now picture this scenario: You’ve just faced a dog-bite incident suffering both physically emotionally – you’re facing hefty medical bills coupled potential losses owing inability work even though it wasn’t ever your fault begin… Does this feel fair? Certainly not!

Hence press on button below right away find out much your case worth potentially tackle all worries recognizing that amidst adversities someone essentially fighting diligently rights make sure perpetrators brought justice.

Trust nothing less than exemplary services offered by the experienced team here at Carlson-Bier. Remember – with us providing expertise every step along way you’re never alone battle fight-not merely clients but partners journey towards justice restitution.

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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 Mendota

Pedal Cycle Collisions

Specializing in legal support for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' lack of care or dangerous conditions.

Scald Damages

Offering expert legal services for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or negligence.

Physician Carelessness

Extending professional legal support for victims affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Accountability

Taking on cases involving problematic products, supplying professional legal support to victims affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Mistreatment

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

Stumble & Tumble Injuries

Adept in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking compensation for their harm.

Neonatal Traumas

Providing legal guidance for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in infant injuries.

Car Mishaps

Mishaps: Dedicated to assisting clients of car accidents gain appropriate payout for harms and losses.

Scooter Accidents

Expert in providing legal support for individuals involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

Trucking Crash

Extending experienced legal support for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for losses.

Building Mishaps

Committed to supporting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Head Harms

Dedicated to providing compassionate legal assistance for persons suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Traumas

Expertise in tackling cases for people who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or beast attacks.

Jogger Collisions

Focused on legal support for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Undeserved Death

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and adept legal services to ensure justice.

Backbone Injury

Committed to advocating for individuals with paralysis, offering professional legal support to secure recovery.

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