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Suffering from a dog bite injury can be physically and emotionally traumatic. You need representation that not only understands the legal implications but also offers empathetic support in your time of distress. Carlson Bier, focusing on personal injury cases such as Dog Bite Injuries in Illinois, steps into this role with unparalleled expertise and dedication. Understandably comprehensive and decisive action needs to be taken when pursuing justice for a dog bite incident – and that’s where we excel! Our team is committed to thorough investigation, aggressive negotiation, strategic litigation tactics and compassionate client care throughout the process. Over the years, impeccable integrity coupled with resilient advocacy has helped us secure favorable verdicts for numerous clients faced with similar injuries statewide including Shelbyville vicinity. We proudly work hard to give your voice resonance in court; turning it into powerful testimony against negligence leading to these tragic incidents. Our wealth of experience means that you have proficient advocates relentlessly fighting for you at Carlson Bier: Your first choice when seeking legal counsel concerning Dog Bite Injuries.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Shelbyville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the physical pain and emotional trauma that a dog bite injury can cause. The intent of this content is to provide comprehensive information about legal matters concerning dog-bite injuries, empowering you with knowledge and instilling confidence as you move through your healing journey. With our extensive experience in personal injury law representation within Illinois, rest assured that you will receive expert guidance at each step.

Dog bites may lead to severe injuries resulting in substantial medical costs and psychological distress; hence it’s crucial to know your rights as a victim. In Illinois, strict laws are in place favoring the victim under the Animal Control Act. If a dog has attacked or attempted any injury without provocation on public property or while you were legally on private property, its owner becomes liable for damages suffered by the attack.

It’s important to also underline that even if the dog had never exhibited dangerous behavior before or its owner was not aware of its potential harm, they would still be held accountable for it due to “strict liability” rules applicable in Illinois.

Such intricate legalities demand expertise; entering into a legal battle unprepared might prevent optimal reimbursement for your injuries and suffering. Herein emerges the role of an experienced personal injury attorney like us – Carlson Bier.

• We help ascertain full liability: Our team works diligently to determine all responsible parties – whether it be owners/caretakers/trusted individuals who could not control their pet properly.

• Assessment of Damages: We assess all damages sustained meticulously – ranging from immediate ones like hospital bills & lost wages post-injury to long-term fallouts such as reconstructive surgery requirements, rehabilitation expenses and trauma counseling needs.

• Legal Representation: Ensure intentional negotiation strategies targeted at just compensation based on hard data rather than ontangible notions of fairness.

At Carlson Bier, we believe communication is essential for client satisfaction; hence ensure every question you have is answered promptly and clearly. We’ve seen firsthand the overwhelming feelings that come from experiencing a dog bite injury; our mission is to provide you with both legal support and empathy during this challenging time.

In some personal injury cases, it’s distressing to note that insurance companies may not always have your best interest at heart amid negotiations. They might undervalue the extent of injuries & trauma suffered or employ complex language loopholes in your policy contract to deny rightful compensation wrongly. With Carlson Bier by your side, we’ll ensure such unfortunate situations are circumvented effectively.

However, remember – there’s validity limitation for filing dog-bite lawsuits under Illinois law. It’s two years from the date of injury occurrence! So, if you delay seeking professional legal help, it might prohibit you from asserting your rights entirely. This further emphasizes why timely legal consultation can be an invaluable aid post-dog-bite scenarios.

Knowing laws around these incidents can hand you assurance and control after an otherwise terrifying experience. Here at Carlson Bier, our goal is to put victim’s wellbeing above everything else and assist them through each step of their recovery – physically, emotionally and financially too!

As you recuperate and reflect on this vital information about navigating your situation legally – allow us another privilege: Identifying what could potentially be due to you concerning damages compensation – a key aspect paramount in plotting recovery path post-trauma confidently.

Use the button below right away to connect directly with us for a thorough analysis of how much worth refers back to your unique case specifics. At Carlson Bier – firm on liability but soft on empathy – we believe in offering relentless representation aimed at maximized compensations without compromising personalized client comfort ever! Remember– You matter way beyond mere metrics here!

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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 Shelbyville

Cycling Collisions

Dedicated to legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or risky conditions.

Burn Traumas

Supplying professional legal help for sufferers of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Medical Incompetence

Delivering professional legal advice for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Obligation

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, supplying skilled legal guidance to customers affected by harmful products.

Aged Neglect

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in care facilities environments, ensuring protection.

Stumble and Fall Occurrences

Specialist in addressing trip accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking redress for their injuries.

Newborn Harms

Supplying legal support for households affected by medical misconduct resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Collisions

Incidents: Dedicated to supporting individuals of car accidents get reasonable recompense for harms and impairment.

Motorcycle Crashes

Specializing in providing representation for motorcyclists involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for harm.

Trucking Mishap

Delivering professional legal advice for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for injuries.

Worksite Collisions

Engaged in advocating for staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Cerebral Injuries

Dedicated to extending dedicated legal assistance for clients suffering from head injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Harms

Expertise in addressing cases for persons who have suffered harms from dog bites or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Crashes

Expert in legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Unwarranted Loss

Working for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying sensitive and professional legal representation to ensure compensation.

Neural Harm

Committed to defending individuals with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal support to secure redress.

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