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About Carlson Bier Associates

In Riverwoods, the impeccable legal services of Carlson Bier are a vital lifeline for those affected by dog bite injuries. Navigating complex Illinois rules, these professionals follow through to ensure victims receive due compensation while holding negligent pet owners accountable. The firm’s seasoned lawyers specialize in personal injury cases particularly pertaining to dog bites, reflecting an aggressive yet empathetic approach towards their clients’ varied and distressing circumstances. Clients of Carlson Bier gain trusted allies who possess extensive knowledge on intricacies specific to Illinois law concerning animal attacks and have an impressive track record dealing with such cases. They understand the physical pain, psychological trauma and financial burden that can ensue from such incidents; it is with this understanding they work passionately protecting your rights every step of the way. Choosing Carlson Bier means securing assertive representation committed to ensuring you’re not marginalized by insurance or overwhelmed by medical costs after a traumatic event like a dog bite injury- because justice matters.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Riverwoods Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that incidents like dog bites can have life-altering consequences and it’s our mission to ensure you receive the most comprehensive legal advice and representation in such situations. As leading personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, our sphere of expertise encompasses all facets of dog bite injuries.

Dog bites present a vastly underestimated risk with more than 800,000 individuals seeking medical attention due to canine-induced wounds annually across the United States alone. Your rights as a victim of this awful circumstance are enshrined under Illinois law, aiming to regulate pet-related damage under its “strict liability” statute. This provision holds that any pet owner is responsible for an unprovoked attack on an individual despite the animal’s previous behavior.

Several complex variables come into play when analyzing a dog-bite case:

• Rarity or frequency of the aggressive behavior by the dog

• Presence or absence of provocation

• The owner’s knowledge about the dog’s vicious tendencies

Recognizing these intricacies, we at Carlson Bier work diligently to understand every angle of your case, ensuring nothing gets overlooked in pursuit of your rightful compensation.

Medical bills following a severe dog attack can be exorbitant. Hospitals may charge thousands for treatments such as stitches and immunizations to prevent infections like rabies or tetanus; whereas severe cases might necessitate surgeries or extended hospital stays. Additionally,

• Lost wage opportunities during recovery periods

• Long-term psychological trauma requiring therapy

are often dismissed aspects following such traumatic incidents.

Our dedicated team combs through each detail meticulously while fighting for complete recovery from those liable.

The specific strategies employed while pursuing justice depend largely upon circumstances surrounding the incident. Exploring aspects like trespassing during accident occurrence, whether knowingly or unknowingly done by the victim could majorly sway rulings on liability claims.

Lastly,

• Existence or lack thereof cautionary signs about potential danger posed by animals in question

hold significant relevance before courts during dog bite lawsuits. Our expert legal team, updated with every minor alteration in state laws offers a comprehensive understanding to boost your claims.

Our firm acknowledges the personal nature of injury cases and therefore, our approach remains deeply personalized and compassionate. At Carlson Bier, it’s not merely about winning lawsuits but rehabilitating lives through securing best possible outcomes for our clients.

Equipped with extensive experience handling such cases across Illinois, we are steadfastly dedicated to holding negligent parties accountable, thereby easing some of your burdens following an unfortunate incident like a dog-bite attack. Legal nuances can be daunting however you don’t have to face them alone. Rest assured that at Carlson Bier we tirelessly advocate for victims ensuring they receive the fair compensation they deserve.

While dealing with formidable insurance companies requires shrewd negotiations; encompassing detailed medical records, police reports coupled with solid evidence demonstrating negligence are more nuanced. This requires robust legal backing weighing option efficacy against potential risks associated balancing claim speed and worth which comes from years of practice like ours

Time plays a crucial role; while courts might extend filing deadlines based upon special circumstances generally limitations exist upon the timeframe within which suits must be presented following bites or similar accidents.

Bringing together years of professional experience working in personal injury litigation we- at Carlson Bier-craft aggressive yet empathetic strategies aimed for full rights restoration & rightful compensations recovery for each client irrespective of complexity involved.

Take control of your journey back towards normalcy after an unsettling incident today by partnering with seasoned defenders of justice who understand these complex intricacies effortlessly. If you’ve been victim of a dog-bite attack in Illinois, let us help you chart out next steps tailored experitely suiting your needs.

Click on the button below now to find out what potentially could be claimed as your lawful dues – because at Carlon Bier, YOU matter most!

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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 Riverwoods

Bike Mishaps

Expert in legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' carelessness or perilous conditions.

Scald Traumas

Supplying expert legal support for people of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Physician Malpractice

Extending professional legal representation for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Products Liability

Managing cases involving unsafe products, providing specialist legal support to individuals affected by faulty goods.

Elder Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in nursing homes environments, ensuring protection.

Trip and Slip Injuries

Professional in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking compensation for their suffering.

Newborn Harms

Offering legal assistance for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Crashes: Devoted to aiding patients of car accidents receive reasonable recompense for harms and destruction.

Bike Collisions

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

Truck Collision

Offering professional legal advice for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for harms.

Building Incidents

Dedicated to defending staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or misconduct.

Cerebral Traumas

Focused on offering compassionate legal advice for persons suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Traumas

Skilled in addressing cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from dog bites or animal assaults.

Jogger Mishaps

Specializing in legal representation for joggers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Unfair Demise

Striving for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, providing empathetic and expert legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Specializing in supporting patients with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal support to secure redress.

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