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About Carlson Bier Associates

When a dog bite injury shakes up your life in Norwood Park, Carlson Bier is the beacon to seek. We don’t just assist victims, we fiercely champion their rights in these situations, relying on our vast experience and deep understanding of Illinois law. Our dedicated team specializes in navigating complex cases arising from all breeds and sizes of dogs causing serious harm. Illuminating legal pathways that arise after you’ve suffered most unexpectedly can be overwhelming; this is where we step forward as your counsel with unparalleled competence. Don’t discount the emotional strain criss-crossing such an event either, for we fully comprehend its implications too. At Carlson Bier, prompt justice isn’t mere rhetoric but truly the essence followed by us relentlessly when representing every single victim journeying through these challenges in Norwood Park vicinities or elsewhere within Illinois’ jurisdictional purview – infusing hope into lives gnarled by unwanted anguish caused through canine aggression! Trust no one else but Carlson Bier: Every Dog Bite Victim’s premier professional partner geared for maximum compensation and speedy resolution under Illinois’ robust legal framework!

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Norwood Park Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that a dog bite injury is more than just a physical ordeal. While headlines often highlight gruesome stories of children mauled by aggressive dogs or joggers attacked while out on a morning run, the truth is any individual, regardless of age or location in Illinois can fall victim to this traumatic experience. Dog bites can result in deep puncture wounds and lacerations which may incur significant medical expenses for plastic surgery to reduce scarring, not to mention potential psychological trauma requiring therapy.

In particular focus here at the Carlson Bier legal advocacy firm are issues involving liability in instances of dog bite injuries. In our great state of Illinois, owners hold strict responsibility when their pets cause injury to another person. This means that it doesn’t matter if the owner was unaware of the animal’s propensity to be vicious; they’ll still face legal consequences brought forth by personal injury law suites such as those pursued by our skilled injury attorneys at Carlson Bier.

One key aspect also worth emphasis is the influence locality has on liability factor among counties within Illinois. Here are some critical specifics:

– Certain county ordinances increase liability for dog owners.

– Some jurisdictions may dictate leash laws differently.

– Certain areas differ regarding ‘Free Roam’ for pets.

These variations must be analyzed meticulously alongside each unique case situation, illustrating aptly why having competent representation like ours at Carlson Bier firm proves beneficial in these challenging times.

Understanding how compensation calculates for dog-bite-related cases in Illinois forms another crucial aspect for consideration under personal injury law suits here. These incorporate:

– All hospital and medical fees.

– Future treatment costs (this could extend to plastic surgery).

– Lost earnings during the healing process and future losses due to impairment

– Monetary recompense for pain and suffering.

At Carlson Bier we employ expert strategies translating into maximized settlements ensuring you receive adequate remuneration reflecting all aspects your hardship entails

Regular updates remain vital throughout dog-bite litigation process. This practice of keeping you informed ensures a clear path forward as Carlson Bier progressively works at securing the best possible outcome for your case.

Appreciable settlement amounts often hinge on the details – like whether or not previous vicious encounters involving the same animal can be established, if negligence in controlling or restraining the pet led to an attack and even if victim provocation was involved which could potentially reduce compensation amount.

Easing your journey through all this legal rigmarole remains our guiding purpose at Carlson Bier. Here, you are part of a team fighting relentlessly for justice where understanding, empathy and pinpoint expertise converge into one powerful advocacy force championing everything you have unfairly endured due to negligent pet owners within Illinois.

Don’t allow such an incident overshadow your life – seek out help from our incredibly qualified personal injury attorneys tirelessly committed to your cause. If you’ve suffered injuries from a dog bite and want guidance navigating through these challenging circumstances then click on the button below without delay;

Determine how much Carlson Bier determination allied with decades of collective experience could deliver to set right what has been inherently wronged in your world. Remember, you needn’t suffer in silence – authorize us instead to voice strident challenges throughout every relevant court across Illinois securing justified compensation you rightly deserve.

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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 Norwood Park

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Expert in legal advocacy for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or risky conditions.

Scald Damages

Providing adept legal services for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Healthcare Negligence

Extending experienced legal support for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Liability

Dealing with cases involving faulty products, offering expert legal help to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Neglect

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip and Tumble Injuries

Adept in addressing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking restitution for their injuries.

Newborn Damages

Extending legal guidance for kin affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Motor Accidents

Collisions: Committed to assisting patients of car accidents secure reasonable compensation for wounds and losses.

Motorbike Incidents

Dedicated to providing representation for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring just recovery for harm.

Big Rig Accident

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

Building Crashes

Dedicated to assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Cognitive Harms

Expert in providing dedicated legal advice for patients suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Wounds

Skilled in dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered damages from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Jogger Crashes

Focused on legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering claims.

Wrongful Demise

Fighting for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and skilled legal services to ensure compensation.

Backbone Damage

Specializing in supporting clients with paralysis, offering expert legal guidance to secure recovery.

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