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When dealing with dog bite injuries, ensure you are in the best possible hands with Carlson Bier. Highly experienced and equipped with an unwavering commitment to victims of personal injury cases, our law firm has earned a stellar reputation for handling dog bite incidents effectively. We comprehend the gravity that such traumatic events hold, providing keen attention to every specific detail of your case so as not to jeopardize your claim or legal rights. Our approach is uniquely compassionate yet fiercely determined – we handle your case empathetically while assiduously seeking rightful compensation on your behalf. Based in Illinois and abiding by all state laws regarding professional conduct, choose us at Carlson Bier if you’re looking for attorneys who display outstanding knowledge about dog bites and related matters backed by immense practical experience – precisely what’s required when pursuing justice in these complex cases. For comprehensive legal assistance following a devastating incident like a canine attack, trust only the exceptional expertise offered at Carlson Bier.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Sherrard Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that dog bite injuries can go beyond mere physical discomfort. We are keenly aware of the psychological and emotional toll an attack may take on victims. Therefore, as leading personal injury attorneys professionals in Illinois, we are dedicated to ensuring your rights and wellbeing are protected following any such unfortunate incidents.

A fundamental step towards claiming compensation for a dog bite injury is understanding the extent of its impact on your life. Dog bites can lead to serious physical harm including deep tissue damage, potential infection concerns, scarring or even more severe ramifications like nerve damage or disfigurement. These ailments could necessitate costly medical procedures, lengthy recovery periods or long-term care needs.

Yet more than just these visible wounds exist–it’s crucial not to overlook that victims often experience emotional trauma following an attack. Anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression or fear of dogs (Cynophobia) commonly emerge from such stressful encounters – all factors warranting consideration when seeking damages.

Illinois statute regarding dog bites clearly stipulates that the owner is liable for damages if their dog attacks someone unprovoked, provided the victim did not trespass onto private property nor behave antagonistically towards the dog prior to the incident. Hence your legal path forward rests assured under our state law provisions: it’s not necessary to prove negligence concerning control over a pet; simply being bitten by one may be grounds for compensation claim!

• Physically Document Your Injuries – Remember that every detail could help establish proof of damage done by the attacking canine.

• Circumstantial Evidence – The scenario surrounding the event matters too; unbiased witness accounts aid greatly in painting a clearer picture.

• Veterinarian Records – Establishing a pattern of aggressive behavior through past reports increases claim validity.

Having this documentation at hand while seeking legal advice will ensure smoother proceedings.

Navigating through varied complexities associated with laws governing dog bite cases requires specialized knowledge–this is where the experience of Carlson Bier becomes invaluable. We provide you with competent representation striving to ensure all facets of your ordeal are rightly accounted for within your claim seeking maximum compensation feasible.

Justifiably, you may wonder about the worthiness of pursuing such a case. The value ultimately depends on various factors such as severity of injury, emotional distress suffered, lasting repercussions including permanent disfigurement or disability and overall impact on quality of life – all accurately quantifiable with our expertise.

Why choose us at Carlson Bier? Because fighting for dog bite victims’ rights is just one illustration highlighting our broader commitment to personal injury law. Our client-focused approach rooted in ethical practice ensures that every case we defend receives utmost attention and dedication. We empathize with the pain undergone by each individual stepping into our office therefore tailoring representation to cater to these unique circumstances is paramount to us.

Rest assured when choosing Carlson Bier; know that walking through our doors means having professionals concerned about securing appropriate indemnification for damages suffered. It’s more than legal parlance; it’s understanding your trauma and transforming it into legal action targeted towards ensuring future peace-of-mind recovery prospects for you – allowing healing without accompanying financial burdens.

 

Now whatever may be plaguing your mind post-incident: “How will I pay hospital bills?”, “Can I afford future therapy sessions?”, “Will insurance cover this?” – All valid concerns we alleviate by delivering comprehensive consultancy provisioned specifically keeping dog bite incidents perspective.

 

At times like these just remember – with Carlson Bier protecting your rights, YOU are not alone!

Wouldn’t it be great knowing what potential compensation awaits you in relation to what has been endured till now? Our team here strives diligently pursuing fairer settlements bestowed legally upon victims under Illinois mandate – isn’t time YOU found out how much YOUR case could be worth?

Simply click on the button below – let Carlson Bier guide you along this seemingly complex path; this is your journey towards justified restitution. We invite you to step forward and initiate the first move towards putting this unfortunate incident behind – allowing us to shoulder the legal load for a change! Your time, peace of mind matters; let’s get on with your healing process together while we handle the ‘heavy-lifting’. Remember, at Carlson Bier – YOUR wellbeing is OUR priority.

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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 Sherrard

Bike Incidents

Proficient in legal advocacy for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or risky conditions.

Burn Damages

Extending skilled legal assistance for patients of major burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Medical Carelessness

Offering dedicated legal support for patients affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Accountability

Managing cases involving faulty products, extending expert legal assistance to consumers affected by harmful products.

Elder Misconduct

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

Fall and Stumble Occurrences

Skilled in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal support to victims seeking compensation for their suffering.

Newborn Harms

Extending legal support for households affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Auto Crashes

Incidents: Focused on aiding patients of car accidents receive equitable settlement for harms and losses.

Motorbike Crashes

Committed to providing legal assistance for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for harm.

Big Rig Crash

Providing adept legal assistance for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for losses.

Building Mishaps

Focused on assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or misconduct.

Neurological Damages

Specializing in ensuring expert legal assistance for persons suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Wounds

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

Cross-walker Accidents

Dedicated to legal support for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Unfair Passing

Striving for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, providing caring and adept legal support to ensure fairness.

Vertebral Trauma

Focused on assisting persons with paralysis, offering specialized legal services to secure recovery.

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