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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you’re navigating the complexities of a Dog Bite Injury, Carlson Bier is your trusted partner in pursuit of justice. Renowned across Illinois for our exemplary legal solutions, we bring forth the proficiency needed to navigate this niche arena with absolute precision. From understanding specific nuances associated with dog bite law to strategizing your case meticulously and robustly representing your rights—Carson Bier goes above and beyond conventional expectations.

Our seasoned attorneys proactively stay abreast of continually evolving regulations related to Dog Bite Injuries, ensuring that every client gets top-tier council resonant with current-law scenarios in Peru City – endeavoring relentlessly for optimum outcomes. At Carlson Bier, we deeply understand how traumatic such an event can be; hence our approach revolves around empathy-driven understanding and professionally aggressive litigation if required.

Choosing us as your advocate not only signifies aligning yourself with deep-rooted expertise, but also assures you’d be supported by a team genuinely invested in restoring normalcy back into shattered lives.’ Trust Carlson Bier For An Unparalleled Legal Service Experience- singularly primed to handle Dog Bite Injuries impeccably within Peru City’s jurisdiction.”

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Peru Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are aware that a dog bite injury reality can be traumatic and life-altering. As an Illinois based personal injury law firm, we pride ourselves on delivering top-rate legal representation to individuals who may have encountered such unfortunate incidents.

A dog bite injury is not to be taken lightly. More often than not, the damage isn’t purely physical but also emotional. Apart from the apparent broken skin due to punctures or scratches, serious injuries could impact muscle tissues, bones, nerves while increasing the risk of infections due to bacteria lodged in the canine’s mouth being transferred into the wound during a bite. Notably:

• Victims experience Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

• There might be cosmetic deformities associated with ferocious dog bites.

• Rabies could pose a health risk if transmitted through a dog bite.

It’s essential for victims and their families to understand fully the scope of these consequences that can stem from such an incident as this knowledge directly impacts your claim’s actual value when seeking compensation for damages incurred. Our team at Carlson Bier is dedicated to empowering our clients with detailed information needed in navigating these circumstances.

In Illinois specifically, as per State laws under 510 ILCS 5/16 pertaining Dog Bite Injuries; owners are held “strictly liable” for any harm caused by their dogs if it attacks or attempts to attack a person who is behaving peaceably or continues its attack even after taking measures necessary for defending oneself against such an assault.

The beauty of strictly liability is that you needn’t prove negligence on the part of the pet owner prior to claiming damages — demonstrating that you neither provoked nor incited aggression from their pet would suffice.

Our experienced attorneys at Carlson Bier will approach every case meticulously using professional legal strategies developed over years of practice;

• We’ll thoroughly investigate all facets related to your incident,

• Acquire comprehensive medical reports outlining nature & severity of sustained injuries,

• And scrutinize any related insurance policies that can contribute to increasing overall compensation value.

While adjusting to the changes associated with a dog bite injury could be overwhelming, the purpose of launching a personal injury claim is to ensure you get an equitable settlement that covers all medical treatment expenses, lost earnings, property damage if applicable and pain & suffering. At Carlson Bier, we are committed to making this legal pursuit stress-free while ensuring personalized representation that suits your specific needs.

Your compassionate fight against unforeseen demands following such injuries deserves vigorous advocacy, which entails so much more than practically explaining state statutes or calculating appropriate compensations – it means standing by your side every step of the way until justice is served.

With our proficient team at Carlson Bier handling your case, rest assured; every aspect will be meticulously managed aiming towards creating compelling arguments for maximum payouts. Having guided countless victims effectively through their recovery process after experiencing similar traumatic incidents, our satisfaction lies in their smiles once they regain control over their lives knowing that justice has been served and peace finally restored! To get started with taking back control of your life post-incident, do not hesitate to reach out.

We invite you now to take full advantage of our online tool available on this platform – click on the button below to comprise a clear picture about what actual monetary value your case holds as per Illinois laws. With no obligations required from your end just yet and confidentiality strictly maintained throughout the process; snapshot into what future awaits might provide relief amidst currently challenging times.

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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 Peru

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Proficient in legal representation for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' negligence or perilous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Providing expert legal services for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or recklessness.

Medical Incompetence

Delivering expert legal assistance for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Fault

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, offering professional legal guidance to clients affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Misconduct

Defending the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble and Stumble Incidents

Expert in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking recovery for their injuries.

Newborn Traumas

Delivering legal guidance for households affected by medical misconduct resulting in childbirth injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Collisions: Dedicated to aiding victims of car accidents gain equitable payout for hurts and harm.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Committed to providing legal advice for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for damages.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Ensuring expert legal representation for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful compensation for injuries.

Construction Collisions

Dedicated to defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Neurological Damages

Expert in offering professional legal advice for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Harms

Skilled in tackling cases for victims who have suffered damages from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Incidents

Expert in legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Unfair Passing

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and skilled legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Spinal Cord Injury

Dedicated to defending victims with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure compensation.

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