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If you are grappling with a dog bite injury in Park Forest, Carlson Bier’s team of experienced attorneys is available to advocate for your rights. Dog bites can result in serious injuries, both physical and emotional, influencing the quality of life profoundly. The competent lawyers at Carlson Bier understand the magnitude of such cases and specialize in representing victims of dog bite injuries, diligently seeking fair compensation on behalf of our clients. They meticulously gather all necessary documentation and develop robust case strategies to assertively represent you against insurance companies or negligent pet owners who may attempt to evade liability. When retaining them as your counsel, you will have access to proficient legal representation focused on prioritizing clients’ best interests while navigating complicated Illinois state laws surrounding dog bites effectively – with an unwavering commitment towards attaining justice. Choose Carlson Bier; let their dedicated legal professionals guide every step towards relief from the burdensome aftermath brought by unfortunate encounters with aggressive dogs.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Park Forest Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we’re committed to serving individuals and families in Illinois who have been the unfortunate victims of dog bites. As an established personal injury law firm, our key mission is to guide clients through their journey towards compensation with dignity, affording them understanding, knowledge, and the unrivaled expertise command during these challenging times.

Dog bite injuries can be incredibly traumatic – physically and emotionally – leaving victims to confront a variety of debilitating issues such as infections, puncture wounds or even psychological trauma. Notably, all these could lead to overwhelming medical bills that require attention; we understand this burden which is why we are here to help you secure due compensation for your damages. Our extensively experienced team uses its in-depth knowledge of Illinois’ legal landscapes partnered with personalized commitment to every case ensuring comprehensive representation for every client.

Regrettably, in Illinois alone there are thousands of reported dog bite attacks each year —many result in serious injuries requiring immediate and long-term medical care. The impact extends from physical harm through emotional distress right down to managing routine activities following an attack.

• Physical Injuries: Varying substantially per instance—from minor scratches leading up to severe cases involving muscle damage or bone fractures.

• Emotional Trauma: Personal accounts suggest PTSD symptoms post-attack—including insomnia and anxiety.

• Financial Liabilities: Extensive treatment avenues might accrete sizeable out-of-pocket health costs.

Having specialized personal injury lawyers on your side significantly increases chances at securing deserved compensations while providing peace amidst complex claim processes. We advocate for reimbursement packages not just limited to medical expenses but also include other derivative costs like loss of wages if the injury prevents returning back involvement into typical work routines immediately after the accident.

The recourse taken post-dog bites vary per state—with some leaning towards ‘strict liability’ against dog owners whilst others demand proof of previous aggressive behavior by the animal; needless say—these varying laws manifest significant confusion among victims seeking justice.

Gratefully, in Illinois—the statutes stipulate dog owners being liable for any injuries their pets cause if the victim is lawfully present in the location of occurrence; given—the victim did not provoke the dog. Our experienced legal team comprehends these subtleties within statutes ensuring we interpret and harness them effectively to bring justice to our clients.

With a rich history of successful outcomes behind us, Carlson Bier can be trusted as your partner navigating through all intricacies this pursuit involves—with personalized strategies formulated by dedicated experts—you are assured due diligence and effective representation at every crossroad moving forward. Serving Illinois with dedication and authenticity—we dispel fear replacing it with competent assurance only experts like ourselves could provide during these challenging times.

Take advantage of our extensive expertise in handling personal injury cases, specifically those involving dog bite injuries. Do not bear the burden alone – allow us to guide you towards resolving your crisis legally while providing reassurance regarding finances, physical recovery, and residual impacts from such an unfortunate event.

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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 Park Forest

Cycling Accidents

Focused on legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or dangerous conditions.

Fire Burns

Providing expert legal help for patients of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Medical Incompetence

Ensuring professional legal support for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Products Responsibility

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, offering expert legal assistance to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Misconduct

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in nursing homes environments, ensuring fairness.

Fall and Stumble Mishaps

Professional in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking restitution for their harm.

Neonatal Damages

Delivering legal aid for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Collisions

Accidents: Dedicated to assisting patients of car accidents get equitable settlement for harms and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Committed to providing representation for individuals involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

18-Wheeler Accident

Providing experienced legal support for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for damages.

Building Mishaps

Dedicated to assisting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or misconduct.

Cognitive Traumas

Focused on extending compassionate legal representation for victims suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Traumas

Specialized in managing cases for victims who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or animal attacks.

Jogger Accidents

Focused on legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Death

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and skilled legal services to ensure redress.

Spine Harm

Dedicated to defending victims with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal guidance to secure settlement.

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