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If you or a loved one has been injured by a dog bite in Ohio, your best recourse is to seek legal representation from the distinguished attorney group at Carlson Bier. They are diligent experts handling cases of Dog Bite Injuries and have built a robust reputation for relentless advocacy for their clients. Their amazing track record stems from both their intricate understanding of local specificities regarding animal laws as well as compassion with which they handle each case. The attorneys at Carlson Bier fully comprehend the physical, emotional, and financial toll such injuries can take on victims and their families; therefore, they strive to fight ardently to ensure just compensation that mirrors these ramifications adequately. Additionally, the Carlson Bier team takes immense pride in fostering personalized relationships with every client based on transparency, trust, assurance that it’s not just about winning lawsuits — it’s also about restoring lives impaired by unfortunate incidents like dog bites. Choose Carlson Bier – champions availing justice for victims of dog bite injuries.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Ohio Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in providing astute and compassionate legal support to victims of personal injuries, one of which includes dog bite injuries. Based in Illinois, our venerated team has built a reputation for meticulous representation, fighting vigorously to obtain due compensation for the physical and emotional trauma often suffered by victims of this unwelcome predicament. We approach every case with diligence vehemence as is warranted in pursuit of the best possible outcome for our esteemed clients.

Dog bites can result in devastating consequences ranging from physical wounds to psychological stressors like fear and anxiety post-incident. In some cases, the victim may suffer severe lacerations or puncture wounds that could lead to infections if not appropriately attended to immediately after occurrence. The possibilities are myriad: tissue loss, nerve damage, broken bones or even life-threatening diseases such as rabies are potential outcomes.

A distressing reality is that children are most frequently at risk of suffering these types of incidents—they make up approximately half the victims—due largely to their smaller size and lackadaisical perspective towards potentially dangerous dogs. Seniors similarly fall prey to aggressive canine behavior owing principally to their diminished mobility and impaired ability to defend themselves against an attacking dog.

Here’s what you need to know:

• Dog owners have a clear-cut responsibility – known legally as “strict liability” – implying that regardless of whether they knew about their dog’s violent tendencies or not, they remain accountable for their dog’s behavior.

• Most homeowner insurance policies usually cover dog bite liabilities unless specifically indicated otherwise.

• As a victim, you should seek immediate medical attention right after being bitten; this documentation also proves vital when building your case.

• Capture photos of your injuries before healing begins — evidence remains key within these processes.

• Document any other crucial details such as witnesses’ contact information and license plate numbers if needed for your claim.

Illinois law stipulates that anyone injured by another person’s pet must show that the attack was unprovoked and that the injured person conducted him or herself peaceably. If it becomes established in court that the victim provoked the dog or was conducting themselves unlawfully during when bitten, their case could be invalidated.

At Carlson Bier, we know too well how overwhelming this journey may seem especially when you are grappling with resultant physical injuries paired with emotional distress engendered by such an incident. But rest easy knowing our dedicated team offers comprehensive guidance throughout every step of the process promising to work diligently towards a favorable outcome for your situation.

Our job lies not only in securing adequate compensation commensurate to your incurred injuries but also in helping you navigate through all legal complexities tied to filing a dog bite injury claim in Illinois. Apart from striving for financial compensation, we also predict possible future costs related to medical treatment and cater them into our negotiation strategy ensuring you receive optimal consideration for your present ordeal and safeguarding protection against potential difficulties down the line.

If you have fallen victim to a dog bite incident or know someone who has, partnering with a seasoned law firm like Carlson Bier ensures your rightful access to recovery. We invite you on this journey where together we can seek justice and fair redress enabling restoration and closure from this distressing chapter of life.

Click on the button below so that one of our legal professionals can reach out to assess what course of action will most perfectly serve your unique needs; discover just how much value proper representation can bring forth within these circumstances–begin today by establishing exactly how much worth can rightly be associated with your case.

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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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