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If you’ve suffered from a dog bite injury in Oak Grove, Carlson Bier is your ideal legal representative to guide and defend you through this traumatic period. With unrivaled expertise in personal injuries, particularly those caused by canine attacks, our attorney group stands out as the pinnacle of quality representation for victims of dog bites. Devastating injuries from such incidents can lead to high medical costs and prolonged distress. Acknowledging these harrowing outcomes that clients face after a dog bite incident motivates us at Carlson Bier to ardently fight on your behalf securing just compensation for any physical or emotional trauma experienced. Our proven track record illustrates an unwavering commitment toward justice while demonstrating our profound understanding of Illinois laws pertaining specifically to animal attack cases. Trusting Carlson Bier echoes much-needed peace during difficult times because we empathetically navigate each complex hailstorm ensuring every victim’s rights are safeguarded with maximum fervor. For authoritative yet compassionate counsel when enduring a dog bite injury scenario within Oak Grove, elect the unparalleled prowess offered by Carlson Bier Law Firm – where your victory becomes ours.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Oak Grove Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the physical and emotional distress caused by dog bite injuries. As a well-respected personal injury law firm in Illinois, we leverage our extensive knowledge to effectively represent your interests and facilitate recovery from traumatic experiences like dog bites.

Dog bites can lead to serious injuries, inflicting damage both physically and mentally. They cause puncture wounds, lacerations, tissue damage, fractures as well as infections such as tetanus or rabies. Moreover, victims may encounter mental trauma long after the physical wounds have healed – anxiety around dogs (cynophobia), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), flashbacks of the incident are common psychological impacts experienced by those who’ve survived aggressive dog attacks.

Under Illinois law, if you have been bitten or otherwise injured by a dog without provocation while you were legally allowed on the premises where it happened—that is public property or private property—they’re typically liable for damages inflicted by their pets unless they prove that you provoked the animal.

Now let’s delve into exploring some important aspects related to dog bite laws:

– Strict Liability: Illinois is a strict liability state which means that dog owners are legally responsible for any harm their pets cause even if there’s no prior history of aggression.

– Statute of Limitation: It’s important to note that in Illinois you have a two-year window from when the injury occurred to bring forth a lawsuit against the pet owner.

– Damage Coverage: The Dog Bite Act allows victims to recover costs related to medical treatment but also intangible yet significant consequences including scarring/disfigurement and emotional trauma.

In addition to these pressing legal factors about pet guardianship encumbrances under unprecedented mishaps like bites or attacks—appropriate filing procedure execution towards personal injury claims often gets daunting without proper guidance.

Here at Carlson Bier, our skilled team conducts thorough investigations into your case – collecting evidence and consulting with experts if necessary – dedicatedly working to ensure that you receive fair compensation. We are passionate advocates for the rights of dog bite victims and strive to deliver legal assistance in the most compassionate, diligent manner.

We encourage anyone who has been injured by a dog to seek legal recourse as promptly as possible. With keen knowledge of Illinois’ specific animal control laws and their application surrounding personal injury claims involving pet-related assaults, we provide a comprehensive evaluation of your case swiftly so that you can be on your way towards retribution and healing without delay.

Let us help take some weight off your shoulders during this stressful time. Understanding the value of your claim is vital in making significant decisions related to handling such incidents. You don’t have to undergo this complicated process alone— lean on our expertise at Carlson Bier, a reputed Personal Injury Attorney Group established in Illinois.

Click the button below for an assessment regarding the potential worth of your case from our experienced lawyers here at Carlson Bier. This step could profoundly benefit you in standing up against careless pet owners while ensuring appropriate remuneration for physical, emotional damages sustained due to negligent acts leading to unfortunate dog-inflicted injuries.

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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 Oak Grove

Bike Incidents

Expert in legal support for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or perilous conditions.

Scald Traumas

Providing expert legal services for people of serious burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Healthcare Carelessness

Offering specialist legal support for individuals affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Merchandise Liability

Managing cases involving defective products, extending specialist legal help to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Abuse

Advocating for the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to misconduct in nursing homes environments, ensuring protection.

Trip and Trip Accidents

Specialist in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking compensation for their harm.

Infant Harms

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

Auto Collisions

Collisions: Focused on helping victims of car accidents gain just payout for harms and losses.

Motorbike Incidents

Committed to providing legal support for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

Truck Incident

Providing experienced legal advice for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair recompense for hurts.

Construction Incidents

Dedicated to representing workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Brain Injuries

Focused on ensuring specialized legal assistance for persons suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Damages

Skilled in addressing cases for victims who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Expert in legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Loss

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and skilled legal representation to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Injury

Focused on supporting patients with spine impairments, offering professional legal support to secure compensation.

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