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When it comes to dog bite injuries, Carlson Bier is your preferred choice. Serving residents within South Barrington and beyond, this distinguished personal injury law firm has upheld an unwavering commitment to serving victims of canine aggression. Dog bite cases tend to be complex due to their emotional and legal dimensions; that’s why you need a dedicated team with immense experience in these specific cases. Through its unyielding dedication, Carlson Bier has accumulated numerous successful resolutions over the years. The key contributing factor? A deep understanding of Illinois state laws pertaining to animal bites provides our firm an invaluable edge when advocating for clients seeking compensation for medical treatments or psychological distress following traumatic incidents involving aggressive dogs. Trust us not merely based on our successes but the compassionate way we walk alongside each client during such trying times — always keen on obtaining justice while lessening their burden wherever possible. Choose Carlson Bier — there truly is no substitute for expert legal protection after facing a dog bite incident.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in South Barrington Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our dedicated and experienced team of personal injury attorneys are committed to providing comprehensive legal support for victims of Dog Bite Injuries in Illinois. With a broad spectrum of experience dealing with different types of dog-related injuries, we bring an unparalleled level of expertise, along with a deep understanding of Illinois law.

Dog bite incidents are often traumatic experiences that leave physical and emotional scars on the victims. The aftermath can involve medical treatments, reconstructive surgeries, possible infection risks, psychological counseling, and not to mention lost wages due to time off work. As per Illinois’ stringent laws governing dog ownership and responsibility, these accumulative costs should not be your burden alone.

To further delve into the particular aspects surrounding the issue:

• Dog-ownership Accountability: Illinois operates under strict liability when it comes to dog bites. This means that even if the dog owner wasn’t aware or couldn’t have predicted their pet’s aggressive behavior; they could still be held responsible for compensating any person who gets bitten – as long as that individual was legally allowed on the property.

• Time Frame To File A Claim: There is a statute of limitations for filing suit regarding this type of injury in Illinois. Victims have two years from the date of incident within which they must initiate legal proceedings against the animal’s owner or custodian.

• Types Of Damages Possible: Since every situation varies significantly in its complexities, speaking directly with an attorney will offer greater precision in understanding specific claims you might be eligible for including medical expenses reimbursement or pain and suffering compensation.

Despite being compassionate animal lovers ourselves at Carlson Bier, we wholeheartedly advocate for victim rights demanding justice when dog owners neglect their responsibilities leading to innocent people getting injured. Unfamiliarity with one’s legal rights can hinder recovery progress making it even more critical to consult a seasoned professional who knows how best represent your interests following such distressing event.

We are trusted across Illinois as personal injury lawyers whose relentless advocacy and unparalleled acumen has brought justice for countless individuals and families dealing with the aftermath of these incidents. Through comprehensive consultation and compassionate representation, we negotiate diligently with insurance companies to ensure that you receive the fair compensation that you deserve.

Our expert team at Carlson Bier understands that handling cases involving dog bite injuries requires both a unique legal insight as well empathy towards victim’s situation. We will walk alongside you through every step of the process – be it initiating your claim, advocating on your behalf in negotiations or even representing you fiercely in court if need be- untiringly until justice is duly served.

Dog bites can bring about deep emotional distress along with physical limitations, overshadowing life’s pleasures with pain and suffering. However, recognising your rights as a victim under the Illinois law can allow financial recovery from those responsible; providing necessary resources for medical treatments, counseling sessions and any further supports required to restore normalcy in your life.

At Carlson Bier, we stand committed to ensuring just this – prioritizing our client’s needs above all else. Our personal injury attorneys goes beyond offering adroit legal counsel to provide holistic support throughout this journey because at its very essence it isn’t merely about winning a case but rebuilding lives disrupted by such unfortunate circumstances.

As deliberations conclude, remember that standing up against neglectful dog owners by taking rightful legal action not only brings closure for you personally but also enforces accountability among pet owners thereby contributing towards making our community safer – one lawsuit at a time.

Unsure of what exactly how much your dog bite injury case is worth? Allow us to assist by conducting an comprehensive examination into the various factors affecting its value so future implications like long-term treatment costs or rehabilitative expenses aren’t missed out on during settlements.

Click on the button below now for more information on potential monetary prospects of your claim – knowledge after all is power when planning ahead especially after a pivotal event like this one. Trust Carlson Bier to be your unwavering support in this journey towards reclamation of what you deserve.

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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 South Barrington

Bike Mishaps

Specializing in legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or perilous conditions.

Flame Traumas

Extending specialist legal help for patients of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Healthcare Negligence

Delivering expert legal representation for clients affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Goods Liability

Taking on cases involving faulty products, delivering specialist legal services to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Neglect

Protecting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to mistreatment in elderly care environments, ensuring fairness.

Trip & Tumble Mishaps

Skilled in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking justice for their harm.

Neonatal Wounds

Delivering legal guidance for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Accidents

Crashes: Dedicated to aiding patients of car accidents get just compensation for hurts and harm.

Scooter Incidents

Committed to providing legal support for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

Big Rig Crash

Providing expert legal services for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for harms.

Building Site Crashes

Concentrated on defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Brain Impairments

Dedicated to offering specialized legal services for persons suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Injuries

Specialized in handling cases for people who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Incidents

Dedicated to legal representation for joggers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Unjust Fatality

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and professional legal support to ensure compensation.

Spine Impairment

Dedicated to defending clients with paralysis, offering compassionate legal support to secure compensation.

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