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About Carlson Bier Associates

Whether dealing with a devastating dog bite injury, considering legal action is crucial. This can be overwhelming but the law firm of Carlson Bier steps in to make it easier for you. Experienced in personal injuries, especially dog bite cases in Philo and across Illinois, they provide unmatched expertise and advocacy. Why choose Carlson Bier? Firstly, their impressive track record comprised of numerous successful claims proves remarkable capability and client satisfaction level. Secondly, they prioritize individual attention; every case handled not just professionally but also personally ensuring victims get adequate compensation for medical bills or damages suffered. Lastly, their innovative approach towards litigation empowers clients with an edge over adversaries during negotiations or at trial if required to ensure justice is served fully and fairly on your behalf. Remember the process becomes smoother once turned over to expert hands like this group that’s compassionate towards victims yet aggressive against injustices making them a prime consideration following painful traumatic Dog Bite Injuries.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Philo Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the distress that accompanies a dog bite injury. As experienced Personal Injury Attorneys based out of Illinois, our unwavering commitment is to represent you vigorously while guiding you through the complexities of the legal system during this challenging time.

Dog bites can result in a myriad of physical and emotional damages ranging from lacerations and disfigurement to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The severity often necessitates bouts of medical treatment or psychological counseling sacrificing your quality life and peace of mind. You can be reassured that Carlson Bier possesses an extensive understanding of these occurrences coupled with the necessary resources to ensure maximum recovery for these unexpected traumas in accordance with Illinois juridical procedures.

Central to your claim is establishing liability. Notably:

• Injuries inflicted by dogs are regulated under Section 16 of the Animal Control Act in Illinois.

• This law distinctly assigns liability on any pet owner whose dog injures another person without provocation if they are legally permitted at the location where occurrence took place.

• It’s not obligated for one to demonstrate negligence or fault on part of dog’s owner; a simplistic illustration that offender owns the animal and injury transpired within legit parameters suffices for liability establishment per Illinois Statutes.

A victim can recover damages using different premises–

– Economic Damages: Tangible loses like medical expenses, disbursed wages due to time off work, surgery cost, cost attached to cosmetic surgery required as aftermath etc.

– Non-Economic Damages: These include pain & suffering endured due to attack, emotional trauma suffered post-bite, PTSD impacts et al.

While these pointers offer basis on which you ascertains your rights following such mishap, each case holds unique fabric requiring professional analysis. Advocating just representation concerning dog-bite cases requires accurate interpretation & execution within statutory boundaries – an arena where efficient hands like ours at Carlson Bier take preeminence.

As the victim, you may be grappling with the shock of your injury. Carlson Bier helps clarify your situation by preparing a strategic plan unique to your case. By analyzing and documenting the extent of your medical condition through discourse with expert physicians and therapists, we compile evidence that serve as robust substantiation in court requisitions while advocating tirelessly for utmost compensation you rightfully deserve.

Pertaining to expertise in this field, Carlsson Bier’s attorney team employs aggressive negotiation skills matching against insurance companies reluctant to provide due repayment. These corporations will often attempt undermining legitimacy of claims or minimize damages’ value – implying immediate need for proficient representation – a forte underscored at Carlson Bier.

Over years serving Illinois citizens concerning dog-bite injuries, our experience moulds us into formidable opponents within the legal fray thus ensuring best outcome when it comes to realistic compensation scales.

Facing aftermath of a dog bite is challenging; Legal actions should not augment complications but ease them. Thus adapting an empathetic approach coupled with proactive communication methodology, you can expect updates at every step marking progress about case proceedings cancelling out anxieties stemming from ‘not knowing’. Rest assured; we place prime importance on shattering complexities whilst streamlining processes propelling towards effective resolution.

If you’ve been bitten by a dog, remember: You’re not alone & certainly don’t have to bear associated consequences single-handedly. In face of unexpected personal injury & concern looms regarding claim’s worth; A click on button below opens avenue offering initial evaluation shedding light on compensatory measures waiting ahead. Let Carlson Bier champion cause upholding personal dignity intertwined within legal righteousness rendering closure amidst unfortunate contingency.

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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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Two-Wheeler Accidents

Specializing in legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others' lack of care or unsafe conditions.

Fire Damages

Offering specialist legal help for people of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Healthcare Malpractice

Offering experienced legal support for clients affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Obligation

Addressing cases involving faulty products, delivering adept legal help to customers affected by faulty goods.

Senior Malpractice

Protecting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble and Fall Incidents

Expert in handling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking restitution for their losses.

Infant Harms

Supplying legal support for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Incidents

Collisions: Devoted to assisting sufferers of car accidents secure fair recompense for wounds and damages.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Specializing in providing legal advice for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for harm.

18-Wheeler Accident

Ensuring adept legal representation for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing rightful recompense for harms.

Worksite Crashes

Concentrated on advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Head Harms

Committed to offering professional legal advice for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Harms

Expertise in tackling cases for victims who have suffered damages from dog bites or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Accidents

Expert in legal services for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Unjust Loss

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and skilled legal assistance to ensure restitution.

Neural Trauma

Expert in defending patients with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal support to secure justice.

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