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Suffering from a dog bite injury can be traumatizing, painful, and financially burdensome. Carlson Bier stands as your trusted advocate in pursuing justice following these harrowing incidents. As an experienced personal injury law firm nestled in Illinois’ heartland, we handle each case with the seriousness it warrants; including those that involve our valued Murrayville community members. Specializing solely on dog bite injuries, our seasoned team holds unparalleled diligence matched by superior industry expertise to ensure all victims obtain their rightful compensation swiftly and hassle-free. We’ll leverage every resource at hand to see that you receive full restitution for medical expenses, loss of income during recovery periods, trauma-related counselling costs among other incurred losses resulting from the accident. Trust us; we understand this trying time perfectly well since fighting for victims rights is at the core of what we do – daily! For unmatched legal representation tailored to maximize your chances of favorable results after a dog bite incident within or beyond Murrayville’s boundaries – choose Carlson Bier today.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Murrayville Illinois

Serving the state of Illinois with specialized expertise and years of professional experience, Carlson Bier is a dedicated law firm proficient in personal injury cases. The fully certified lawyers from our group are committed to champion your cause no matter how complex it may be. An area where this premise manifests clearly is dog bite injuries which is acquiring escalating attention owing to the grave risks and trauma induced by these incidents.

Dog bites can unequivocally result in serious physical harm and emotional distress. These can include but are not limited to deep wounds, infections, nerve damage, permanent scarring or disfigurement along with psychological issues like fear or PTSD. At Carlson Bier, we have an unparalleled understanding of different facets of dog bite injuries and leverage our cognizance and competency to guide you through the legal processes involved.

With several distinct laws operating within the state governing such scenarios, Illinois takes into account whether the dog owner was negligent or not adhering various stipulations related to confinement control over their pets. Our skilled attorneys decode these often convoluted jargons for you:

• One-Bite Rule: This rule insists that owners are liable if they were aware that their pet has been aggressive or has bitten someone in the past.

• Negligence Laws: These determine liability when an owner’s failure to exercise reasonable care leads to someone being injured.

• Leash Laws: Local ordinances might enforce leash regulations, violation of which may lead owners into legal trouble.

• Strict Liability Dog Bite Statute (510 ILCS 5/16): Under this statute in Illinois, a victim does not need to establish negligence on part of the dog owner.

At Carlson Bier, we believe that each case is unique requiring customized approaches based on intricate details surrounding individual instances. What makes us stand apart from others out there is our unwavering dedication towards justice coupled with an emphasis on educating you about every single detail concerning your case so as never to leave you in a blind spot.

Ensuring your financial recovery for medical bills, ongoing therapy, lost wages due to inability to work and pain and suffering are prerogatives that lie at the heart of our professional endeavours. We widely acknowledge the upheaval faced by those affected by dog bites and therefore pledge to fight relentlessly to procure compensation commensurate with the physical wounds and emotional trauma experienced.

Riding on an impressive track record of successful negotiations with insurance companies and assertive representation in courtrooms, it’s the collective prowess of meticulous legal analysis teamed up with compassionate client services which has bestowed us with a sturdy reputation throughout Illinois. Remember, when fighting a case for dog bite injuries, time is of essence due to strict limitation periods. Hence consider reaching out sooner than later.

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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 Murrayville

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Focused on legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' carelessness or risky conditions.

Scald Burns

Extending specialist legal services for patients of severe burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Healthcare Carelessness

Offering specialist legal representation for individuals affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Accountability

Addressing cases involving faulty products, delivering skilled legal help to customers affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to abuse in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Stumble and Stumble Accidents

Professional in handling trip accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking recovery for their harm.

Neonatal Wounds

Providing legal aid for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in childbirth injuries.

Auto Accidents

Crashes: Devoted to helping individuals of car accidents obtain just compensation for harms and harm.

Scooter Crashes

Committed to providing representation for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for losses.

Trucking Accident

Offering expert legal assistance for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for injuries.

Construction Site Collisions

Focused on defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Brain Harms

Focused on delivering expert legal advice for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Damages

Skilled in managing cases for victims who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Incidents

Focused on legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Passing

Fighting for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and adept legal support to ensure redress.

Backbone Damage

Specializing in supporting clients with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal services to secure compensation.

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