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About Carlson Bier Associates

When grappling with the aftermath of a dog bite injury, securing expert legal representation is crucial. Carlson Bier, proficient in handling personal injury cases across Illinois, stand as top-tier advocates for those who have suffered harm from such incidents. Their team carries comprehensive knowledge and extensive experience related to dog bite injuries – understanding the nuances of Illinois law better than anyone else. They balance empathetic engagement with vigorous defense strategies, tirelessly advocating for their clients’ rights and fair compensation. By entrusting your case to Carlson Bier, you benefit from both their relentless dedication to justice and specialized expertise in this unique branch of law – effectively positioning them to tackle your case head-on while navigating potential complexities along the way. Fundamentally reliable, supremely competent; these key traits define every aspect of service at Carlson Bier – enhancing outcomes whilst minimizing stress during trying times. For eminent support following a dog bite accident while upholding unwavering commitment towards their clients well-being — choose nothing less than Carlson Bier’s undeniably superior legal acumen.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Ringwood Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the physical and emotional pain that a dog bite injury can bring. As specialists in personal injury law based in Illinois, our experienced team of attorneys is well-equipped to guide you through the legal intricacies of such cases. A dog bite incident may seem straightforward, but many complex elements come into play when seeking compensation. Therefore, understanding critical information about dog bite injuries becomes essential.

Firstly, it isn’t uncommon to underestimate these injuries’ severity. You should know that they extend beyond physical damage; victims often go through immense trauma and psychological turmoil due their harrowing canine encounters. Regular walks or outings might become anxiety-inducing experiences that are hard to overcome. Coupled with soaring medical bills for intricate surgeries or long-term therapies, this reality exacerbates victims’ burdens.

Additionally, liability identification plays a vital role in settling dog bite injury cases – whether biting was out of character for the animal or if it’s recurrent behavior matters legally speaking. Assessing pet owner responsibility can be challenging; however, negligent actions such as violation of leash laws could strengthen your case.

Let us consider another dimension—statute limitations governing these lawsuits within Illinois jurisdiction centers on an essential point:

• The victim must file the suit within two years from the incident date barring some exceptions; otherwise, it could lead to losing your right to seek recovery forever.

Furthermore:

• Compensation claims extend beyond medical expenses alone includes lost wages during recovery and non-economic damages like pain and suffering.

• Insurance discussions also factor in when determining compensatory sums — many homeowners insurance policies cover dog bite incidents; nevertheless one must navigate through policy limitations wisely.

The high-risk breeds listing is something else worth noting while discussing dog-bite incidences:

• Some insurers exempt certain ‘high-risk’ breeds from their policies – owning one might impact settlement amounts indirectly by affecting insurance coverage applicability.

Mapping these complexities effectively illustrates why partnering with skilled professionals like our team at Carlson Bier becomes critical. We strive to alleviate your burden by handling these complexities with our seasoned expertise.

Every case’s inherent intricacy demands personalized attention, and our attorneys’ dedication ensures you have that access. At Carlson Bier, we firmly believe in thorough preparation which entails reviewing medical records, discussing the incident details directly with you, consulting environmental experts for additional context where necessary and working closely with insurance firms towards favorable outcomes.

With every step towards settlement negotiation or litigation as required per case demand, we maintain full transparency. Knowledge empowers and is a key factor when dealing with personal injury cases such as dog bites.

An important aspect of our duty at Carlson Bier involves educating the client throughout the process about current laws pertinent facts surrounding their case till they feel confident making informed decisions. However daunting this journey might seem – remember you are not alone; professionals like us are just a call away.

No two cases are similar—we understand this fundamental truth perfectly! You deserve an adept attorney ready to invest time understanding your unique situation thoroughly before suggesting legal pathways most beneficial for you.

Engage us at Carlson Bier today – click on the button below now letting our experienced personal injury attorneys assess your case’s worth. With our guidance let’s navigate through this challenging journey together promising relentless advocacy until satisfactory justice prevails thus helping draw closure effectively enabling you focus on healing holistically thereafter from this traumatizing experience!

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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 Ringwood

Bike Incidents

Specializing in legal services for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Burn Traumas

Offering adept legal assistance for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Medical Malpractice

Extending experienced legal services for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Responsibility

Handling cases involving defective products, extending skilled legal support to victims affected by harmful products.

Senior Misconduct

Protecting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip & Trip Incidents

Specialist in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking redress for their harm.

Newborn Damages

Providing legal guidance for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Collisions: Concentrated on supporting sufferers of car accidents get equitable settlement for hurts and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Dedicated to providing legal support for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

Semi Accident

Ensuring expert legal assistance for drivers involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for damages.

Worksite Collisions

Engaged in defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Traumas

Dedicated to providing dedicated legal advice for victims suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Traumas

Skilled in addressing cases for clients who have suffered harms from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Crashes

Expert in legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Loss

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, extending compassionate and professional legal services to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Committed to defending individuals with vertebral damage, offering compassionate legal services to secure redress.

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