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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’ve suffered from a dog bite injury, ensure that your rights are protected by teaming up with Carlson Bier. As trusted allies within Illinois’s legal profession, our firm excels in securing satisfactory compensation for victims of such incidents. With an impressive record of successful dog bite injury claims nestled under our belt, we stand as the premier law firm to represent your interests effectively and professionally. Our seasoned attorneys meticulously determine all parties responsible for your distress and seek rightful restitution on multiple fronts for medical expenses, emotional trauma, loss of wages or earning potential while displaying understanding and sympathy towards personal realities affecting every victim differently.

Carlson Bier’s expertise extends beyond borders; we employ defense strategies unique to each case tailored with consideration of various city specific regulations including New City’s local ordinances governing animal behavior. Bottom line- if you’re suffering from a dog-bite-induced predicament anywhere across Illinois,

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in New City Illinois

At the esteemed law firm of Carlson Bier, we are committed to representing individuals who have endured personal injury due to dog bite incidents. In Illinois, these cases are more common than you might think and hence, require expert legal representation and guidance. When a seemingly friendly pet turns fierce, it can cause not only physical harm but also emotional distress that often goes unseen.

Dog bites can range from minor bruises or cuts to severe injuries that may lead to permanent scarring or disability. There is an evident need for immediate medical attention in such cases, but there must be equal emphasis also on your right to seek legal recourse against the dog owner. Several key points should be kept into consideration when faced with this unfortunate situation:

• Immediate Medical Help: Your health comes first; ensuring timely and proper medical treatment prevents further complications.

• Inform Local Authorities: It’s important to report the incident as soon as possible so that they can take appropriate measures towards preventing future attacks.

• Document Everything: From photographs of your injuries and accounts from witnesses, collecting evidence enhances your chances of winning legally justified compensation.

Carlson Bier lawyers are adept in Illinois Personal Injury Law which describes potential liability in case of a dog bite injury under ‘strict liability.’ Meaning? The defendant is held responsible regardless if he knew whether his pet was dangerous or not. Henceforth proving negligence isn’t necessary for you which brings relief during this stressful time.

Our scope of service extends beyond just battling in court; we aim for comprehensive support throughout this hardships journey. We assist with collection and organization of evidence pertinent to your case whilst providing careful evaluation and strategizing tailored approaches towards each unique scenario presented by our clients.

We pride ourselves on being thorough professionals having exemplary negotiation skills while interacting both with several insurance companies avoiding unnecessary settlements thereby ensuring best suited compensations corresponding with incurred damages – both financial like hefty medical bills along with unquantifiable yet significant harms such as suffering endured due mental scarring.

Did you know? According to Illinois’s statute of limitations, you only get 2 years from date when the bite occurred to file a lawsuit for your injuries. Confused about what this means or how it might impact your case? Well, wonder no more because we are here to help. We understand the traumatizing experience you’re going through and with our commitment, compassion, and competence we strive towards achieving justice in every possible form.

At Carlson Bier, an individual dealing with dog bites is neither just another client nor just another case. You’re a person seeking justice after undeserved trauma inflicted upon you by someone else’s negligent act; a person whom we pledge our legal expertise and unyielding dedication to serve.

Starting legal proceedings may seem daunting initially given all you’re dealing with physically, financially and emotionally yet it becomes necessary in order for claiming rightly deserved compensation while preventing potential future incidents causing harm thus putting others’ safety at risk. Contemplating whether to proceed legally or not is indeed difficult; the decision ultimately lies on the severity of damages endured along with considerations pertaining existing laws that our lawyers can guide you extensively about.

With decisive commitment towards ensuring our clients feel heard, comforted and effectively defended during trying times – Carla Bier stands as beacon hope providing appropriate representation finely tuned understanding specific demands each personal injury cases like Dog Bite Incidents especially within strict guidelines outlined by known Illinois Law.

As specialists in handling personal injury cases including dog bite incidents, be assured that there’s sound assurance available addressing concerns needs of victims truly comprehending their traumatic ordeal offering practicable solutions working tirelessly towards serving them justice.

Curious about discovering likely monetary value that could potentially be associated with your personal injury claim if pursued legally? Click on the button below as first step towards exploring rights under Personal Injury Law domain despite complexities challenges posed along way whereupon dedicated team Carlson Bier will stand steadfastly by side throughout entire journey.

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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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Bike Mishaps

Expert in legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Flame Traumas

Extending professional legal assistance for sufferers of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or negligence.

Hospital Malpractice

Offering dedicated legal support for persons affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Products Accountability

Dealing with cases involving defective products, supplying adept legal help to victims affected by faulty goods.

Elder Abuse

Defending the rights of seniors who have been subjected to malpractice in aged care environments, ensuring fairness.

Slip & Trip Mishaps

Skilled in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking justice for their injuries.

Childbirth Damages

Offering legal guidance for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Mishaps

Accidents: Concentrated on supporting sufferers of car accidents get equitable remuneration for hurts and harm.

Bike Incidents

Expert in providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

18-Wheeler Accident

Ensuring professional legal assistance for victims involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for harms.

Construction Crashes

Committed to defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Head Injuries

Specializing in ensuring dedicated legal representation for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Harms

Specialized in managing cases for persons who have suffered wounds from dog bites or animal assaults.

Jogger Incidents

Focused on legal support for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Fatality

Working for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and experienced legal representation to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Dedicated to assisting clients with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal services to secure compensation.

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