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Navigating the aftermath of a dog bite injury can be complex. You not only have to tackle medical expenses, but you’re also likely to face legal situations involving liability and compensation. In such stressful times, having an adept lawyer on your side is vital–and this is precisely where Carlson Bier Associates can support you. As proficient personal injury lawyers based in Illinois with expertise in dog bite injuries, our top-notch litigators provide invaluable assistance throughout these challenging moments. We bring years of litigation experience to put forward the best strategies for your case while ensuring adherence to all state laws and regulations—all aimed at securing full compensation for your suffering.. Although we aren’t physically located in Shorewood City, we understand city-specific issues extensively due our long-term commitment towards serving those affected by dog bites injuries across various locales within Illinois; providing skillful representation irrespective of geographical boundaries.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Shorewood Illinois

In the intricate realm of personal injury law, dog bite injuries hold prominent prominence and are more common than one might believe. At Carlson Bier, we specialize in assisting victims of these unpredictable incidents navigate their legal journey to seek rightful compensation. We’re deeply committed to our clients throughout Illinois with a focused understanding that each case is unique and deserves specific attention.

Dog bites can result in profound physical injuries and psychological trauma. Severe lacerations, fractures, infections such as rabies or tetanus, nerve damage, disfiguration: these are just some physical ailments a person may endure from a dog attack. Emotionally too, the impact can be considerable leading to anxiety or phobia around dogs thereby affecting one’s quality of life significantly.

Each state has its own laws concerning dog bites and in Illinois particularly, strict liability law comes into effect for any harm caused by dogs. This essentially means that even if the owner was not negligent or didn’t know the dog could be dangerous, they are still liable for injuries their pet causes.

• Under the Illinois Animal Control Act (510 ILSC 5/16), victims bitten by a dog or other animal but were conducting themselves peaceably have options.

• The victim did not provoke the animal.

• The individual had a lawful right to be on the property where the incident occurred.

This reflects on key reasons why you should hire a lawyer after being injured due to someone else’s pet. Skilled lawyers understand how these laws work, making it imperative to have dedicated professionals like us at your side.

There also exists within this domain varying levels of owner responsibility known as One Bite Rules & Strict Liability Rules which our experts will help decode relevant aspects according to individual cases. Your right oughtn’t be compromised under any circumstance so in assessing your claim; Carlson Bier covers critical factors:

1. Medical expenses caused directly because of the injury

2. Wage loss during recovery

3. Property damage if any during the attack

4. Past and future pain, suffering, disability or disfigurement

Our commitment extends to engaging with insurance providers who typically represent dog owners. We understand how they think since negotiating claims is something insurers deal routinely – but for victims it isn’t everyday life particularly after a traumatic experience like this. Armed with legal intellect that’s been honed over years at Carlson Bier, we go headlong into your battle to avoid any undue distress on you.

At Carlson Bier, our team understands the pivotal need of providing not only quality representation for your case but also peace of mind during a difficult period in your life. Backed by comprehensive knowledge and unflinching dedication, we strive tirelessly towards maximum possible compensation you deserve rightfully.

The professional legal support from an experienced personal injury attorney such as we offer at Carlson Bier can increase chances of securing full rightful compensation while managing medical bills and lost income. Furthermore, through our extensive network across Illinois, we ensure appropriate jurisdictional proceedings are honored diligently since implying base locations inaccurately would amount to violations under Illinois law – something against our strict ethical-professional standards.

Hope the information provided here brings clarity in understanding about Dog Bite Injuries and their related complexity requiring professionals’ guidance like ours at Carlson Bier. To know more about how much your claim could be worth potentially in money terms click on the button below as you move forward decisively in this journey towards seeking justice upheld within realms of Illinois law.”

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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 Shorewood

Pedal Cycle Crashes

Proficient in legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' indifference or perilous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Providing adept legal services for people of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Medical Carelessness

Delivering dedicated legal assistance for patients affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Accountability

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, extending professional legal guidance to individuals affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Neglect

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to mistreatment in nursing homes environments, ensuring fairness.

Stumble & Slip Mishaps

Expert in handling stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking recovery for their damages.

Neonatal Wounds

Offering legal guidance for households affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Auto Incidents

Crashes: Devoted to guiding patients of car accidents receive equitable remuneration for damages and impairment.

Bike Incidents

Expert in providing legal advice for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Big Rig Incident

Extending experienced legal support for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for hurts.

Construction Site Crashes

Dedicated to supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Head Damages

Specializing in ensuring compassionate legal assistance for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Damages

Skilled in addressing cases for persons who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Crashes

Specializing in legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Unjust Fatality

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and adept legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Vertebral Injury

Expert in assisting patients with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal support to secure redress.

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