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In the aftermath of a dog bite injury, legal guidance is essential – Carlson Bier stands as an assertive and compassionate champion for victims in such scenarios. Our team excels in this dimension of personal injury law, diligently serving residents of Pontiac with expertise and tact. Dog bites can incur significant physical harm, emotional distress, and medical expenses; thus requiring tenacious representation that our firm consistently delivers.

Carlson Bier lawyers adeptly dissect each case’s unique details – from assessing negligence to compile evidence-based claims. Over years of practice within Illinois jurisdiction, numerous victories have established us as reliable advocates for dog-bite victims seeking justice.

Our commitment extends beyond courtroom walls – focusing on comprehensive client support throughout proceedings ensures your rights are prioritized at every step. With intricate understanding of Illinois’s Personal Injury Law nuances involved in dog bite cases – negotiating fair compensation becomes achievable under our dedicated counsel.

Guide yourself towards a more resilient future by engaging with Carlson Bier’s team – a partner committed to vindicating wrongful suffering caused by dog bites while ensuring your journey towards healing remains unobstructed. Trustworthy representation awaits you with us- Carlson Bier truly cares about resolving your case with an outcome reflective of justice served.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Pontiac Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we empathize with the distressing experience of a dog bite incident. Our team of dedicated personal injury attorneys has carved out strong expertise in dealing cases pertaining to dog bite injuries. In Illinois, like many other states, specific laws revolve around rectifying the aftermath following such unfortunate experiences and advocating for victims’ rights.

To comprehend the nuances of this law and for smarter navigation on its complex pathways, educating oneself about certain key factors holds critical significance. One of the primal components is recognizing who can be held liable after a dog bite occurs. Generally speaking, the broad scenario points towards the dog owner’s liability if their pet inflicts harm onto another individual unprovoked. However, exceptions may occur depending upon whether or not it can be proven that damage was inflicted without any provocation.

Understanding when an actionable claim exists matters tremendously as well. Note that both physical injuries and emotional distress caused by a traumatic event such as a dog bite are valid causes for action under Illinois law. Understanding timelines is also imperative as you move forward in seeking justice in these kinds of cases; there remains a two-year statute of limitations from the date of occurrence within which your case should be filed.

Navigating through insurance-related aspects constitutes another vital area needing thorough comprehension here at Carlson Bier we’re equipped to assist you thoroughly on this front too – confidently dealing with insurance companies to ensure fair coverage encompassing medical bills and potentially other damages regularly falling under respective policies – our personal injury lawyers hold substantial experience.

Our firm prides itself on delivering personalized attention to each client’s unique situation regarding their Dog Bite Injury case – offering comprehensive consultations while evaluating available legal recourse tailored specifically to your unique circumstances without imposition or high-pressure tactics frequently employed elsewhere – because our ultimate goal remains serving victims’ needs professionally demonstrating utmost ethics along every step taken during provision for legal assistance services available at our disposal thus ensuring clients receive maximum compensation deserved leveraging our vast expert knowledge combined by years of experience creating success stories for clients around Illinois.

The next step is straightforward. Are you curious to know what your case might be worth? Remember, every situation is individual, providing a unique set of circumstances that could potentially shift the outcome of the case. At Carlson Bier, we embrace our commitment towards helping individuals like yourself navigate through these complex trials armed with utmost confidence backed by solid legal advice. Click the button below now and unlock crucial insights about your dog bite injury compensation right away—our experienced Carlson Bier personal injury attorney awaits assisting on the other side diligently aiding in striving towards materializing better potential outcomes for victims deservedly so irrespective of how overwhelming contours surrounding them might initially seem.

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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 Pontiac

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Dedicated to legal services for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Flame Damages

Supplying professional legal help for patients of intense burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Physician Misconduct

Offering expert legal representation for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Fault

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, providing professional legal guidance to victims affected by faulty goods.

Elder Neglect

Protecting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to abuse in senior centers environments, ensuring fairness.

Tumble & Stumble Injuries

Professional in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking justice for their harm.

Childbirth Traumas

Supplying legal assistance for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Collisions

Collisions: Concentrated on guiding clients of car accidents secure just settlement for hurts and impairment.

Motorcycle Accidents

Specializing in providing legal services for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Truck Crash

Extending expert legal advice for drivers involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for damages.

Worksite Collisions

Focused on advocating for staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Cognitive Damages

Committed to offering dedicated legal assistance for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Injuries

Adept at dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Committed to legal assistance for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Passing

Striving for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and skilled legal representation to ensure fairness.

Backbone Trauma

Focused on assisting persons with spinal cord injuries, offering compassionate legal services to secure compensation.

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