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About Carlson Bier Associates

When a dog bite injury happens, immediate legal help is essential. Carlson Bier has proven expertise in successfully understanding and handling such cases within South Jacksonville’s jurisdiction. Proper representation can make the difference between full compensation for losses or bearing an unfair burden of the accident’s aftermath alone. Clients rely on Carlson Bier to navigate complex legal terrain because we specialize in dog bite injuries law. Our dedicated team diligently works to ensure our clients’ rights are protected. We commit ourselves wholly to every case, providing aggressive but fair representation to secure favorable outcomes for those who put their trust in us without violating Illinois state laws concerning professional ethics and advertisement locations. Our track record demonstrates unmatched skillfulness at ensuring that negligent parties face accountability successfully—making us an exceptional consideration for your dog bite injuries lawyer needs within South Jacksonville’s domain while demonstrating respectful adherence with all relevant local laws regulating attorney advertisements.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in South Jacksonville Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, a leading personal injury law firm in Illinois. Specializing in a range of personal injury fields, we possess particular expertise when it comes to handling dog bite injuries. Dog attacks can be fiercely traumatic, with the effects stretching beyond physical hurt into long-lasting emotional turmoil. We understand this deeply and strive to offer not just legal representation but also empathetic support during these challenging times.

Before diving into how Carlson Bier guides you through your dog bite injury claim process, let’s explore some general aspects of these types of injuries that you should be aware:

• Severity: The devastating impact that an unanticipated dog attack can have on the life of an individual or family cannot be stressed enough. From contusions and lacerations to fractures and—even fatal—dog bites can drastically vary in terms of both severity and damage inflicted.

• Risk factors: Everyone is vulnerable; however, children are most susceptible due to their size and lack of understanding concerning potential risks surrounding dogs.

• Financial burden: Apart from medical expenses for immediate emergency care and subsequent treatments like surgeries or therapy sessions, there may also be loss of income due to time taken off work for recovery, adding further financial stress.

Understanding the significant ramifications associated with dog bite injuries is crucial – it reinforces the need for expert legal assistance in such matters. At Carlson Bier, we firmly stand by our commitment to helping clients safeguard their rights while ensuring suitable compensation is secured.

Strategically navigating the complex maze that constitutes Illinois law governing dog bites is no mean feat—the nuances could prove overwhelming for anyone unfamiliar with them. Factoring this in conjunction with dealing with insurance companies who often attempt avoiding full payout makes having competent legal representation critical in receiving rightful compensation—a tenet reflected prominently within our modus operandi at Carlson Bier.

Our cardinal approach at Carlson Bier revolves around providing compassionate assistance coupled with assertive representation—an ideal blend which helps alleviate some undue pressure off the victims while we rigorously work towards procuring the maximum possible compensation. By meticulously investigating each unique case, leveraging our extensive legal knowledge, and applying sharp negotiation skills, we strive to explore every potential avenue for recourse.

While each dog bite injury claim has its distinctive attributes that need tailored strategies, there are few common critical steps involved in many cases:

• Filing a report with local animal control authorities.

• Gathering comprehensive evidence including photographs of injuries and locations, medical records illustrating the extent and nature of your injuries, witness statements and more.

• Thoroughly reviewing insurance policies—both yours and the dog owner’s—to devise an understanding on coverage aspects.

Local variables could dramatically impact outcomes related to dog bite claims. At Carlson Bier, as attorneys deeply ingrained in Illinois law practice dynamics with significant local experience under our belt, we understand this better than most. As such, regardless of whether you’re located up north or down south—we’re well-positioned to distill advice appropriately customized according to geographical influences affecting your case.

Reflecting upon specific challenges you might face during these trying times is prudential—it equips you better for what lies ahead. To embark upon this journey comprehensively informed about potential circumstances surrounding your situation instrumental in preparing for it efficiently—an endeavor where Carlson Bier’s expansive expertise comes into prominence.

Pondering over just how much burden comes along with numerous consequential damages? Would knowing how much worth your case holds contribute meaningfully towards overcoming some anxiety engulfing you currently? Then come forth and discover how much value distinct specifics associated with your individual case holds by clicking on button below – a step forward away from uncertainty! Spend a moment today that could potentially yield compensation truly reflective of hardship endured—its that simple; take charge now!

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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 Jacksonville

Bicycle Mishaps

Focused on legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others' recklessness or perilous conditions.

Scald Injuries

Offering specialist legal support for sufferers of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Medical Carelessness

Providing professional legal services for patients affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Obligation

Addressing cases involving defective products, providing professional legal support to clients affected by harmful products.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip & Trip Accidents

Expert in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal support to individuals seeking redress for their harm.

Childbirth Damages

Extending legal support for loved ones affected by medical misconduct resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Crashes

Incidents: Concentrated on guiding patients of car accidents obtain just settlement for damages and harm.

Motorcycle Collisions

Focused on providing representation for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

Truck Accident

Extending expert legal representation for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for losses.

Building Mishaps

Dedicated to supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or misconduct.

Neurological Traumas

Focused on ensuring specialized legal representation for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Damages

Adept at addressing cases for persons who have suffered damages from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Jogger Accidents

Expert in legal representation for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Demise

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, providing caring and experienced legal services to ensure restitution.

Neural Harm

Committed to representing patients with vertebral damage, offering expert legal services to secure settlement.

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