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For residents of Stickney seeking legal assistance with dog bite cases, consider Carlson Bier Associates. These personal injury attorneys lead the industry in professionalism and experience, specializing in Dog Bite Injuries lawsuits. The firm is known for its deep understanding of Illinois law and providing top-notch representation to individuals suffering from unfortunate canine incidents. When dealing with such injuries, you need a lawyer who can navigate through complex legislation on your behalf while fighting tirelessly to secure you maximum compensation. With their impeccable success rate and commitment towards clients’ welfare, Carlson Bier Associates makes an exceptional choice as an advocate for victims of dog bites across Illinois. Trust them- they are unparalleled resourceful litigators dedicated to achieving justice under difficult circumstances that come following a nasty encounter with an aggressive pet. Reach out to Carlson Bier Associates today- expertise tailored not only around the needs of those affected by traumatic accidents but also placing emphasis on compassionate recovery-driven services unique to each individual case scenario.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Stickney Illinois

Providing steadfast legal support in times of distress, Carlson Bier is a distinguished personal injury law firm based in Illinois. We specialize in representing cases pertaining to Dog Bite Injuries that disrupt lives both physically and emotionally. Whether you or a loved one has faced such an unfortunate incident, here’s some enlightening information about dog bite injuries.

Dog bite injuries are much more than just physical wounds; they have the potential to cause psychological trauma and can impose significant financial burdens due to medical bills and loss of work. A comprehensive understanding of your rights as a victim is therefore essential:

• Prompt Reporting: Victims should report dog bites to local health departments immediately after seeking necessary medical treatments. Timely reporting aids in recording the seriousness of bites which could help future victims too.

• One-Bite Rule: While many states employ a ‘one-bite’ rule, offering protection for dogs that have not previously demonstrated dangerous behavior, Illinois focuses on owner liability regardless.

• Strict Liability State: Under Section 16 of the Illunois Animal Control Act, if someone other than the owner takes care of a dog, even temporarily, they may be held liable for any damages incurred by a dog attack.

Medical costs associated with serious dog bite injuries can steeply rise with considerations like rabies vaccinations and reconstructive surgeries post traumatic incidents. Beyond immediate physical pain and suffering caused by the incident, psychological impacts like fear and anxiety can pervasively seep into daily life interactions bloating up therapies required thus indirectly increasing expenses borne by victims.

Navigating through these intricacies could be challenging when dealing with insurance companies who might undervalue your claim or completely deny it citing different reasons. That’s exactly where we step in – The Carlson Bier team brings years of proficient legal experience specializing in personal injury claims steering our clients towards rightful compensations asserting all aspects undermining their life quality due to this mishap.

We guide you at every juncture – from filing a claim to negotiating settlements and taking a case to trial if required. Our astute legal team meticulously examines various aspects related to the untoward incident, gathering crucial evidence thereby strategically building up your case towards proper compensatory resolutions:

• Cast-Iron Evidence: Our team collects and assimilates all necessary evidence including medical reports, damage photographs, witness testimonials, etc.

• Expert Testimony: We hire experts who can validate injuries caused by the dog attack and its long-term implications on your life.

• Rightful Compensation: Our knowledgeable attorneys explore all avenues for compensation (like homeowner’s insurance policies) defending you resolutely against any low-ball settlement offers by insurance companies.

If you are entangled in distress over a dog bite injury, allow us at Carlson Bier to advocate for your rights relentlessly seeking justice corresponding with the injury’s gravity. Leveraging our extensive expertise fueled by compassion for our clients’ predicaments aligns us passionately towards achieving fair remedies as an eminent Illinois personal injury law firm.

Wondering how substantial could be your rightful claim associated with this unfortunate incident? Let us take it up from here evaluating every little detail that may bolster up justifiable remuneration fittingly reflecting upon overall loss of quality in life plus incurred expenses because of this traumatic encounter. Just click on the button below and let’s help you find out how much your case is truly worth!

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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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Two-Wheeler Accidents

Focused on legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Flame Traumas

Providing expert legal support for people of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Clinical Malpractice

Delivering experienced legal support for patients affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Responsibility

Handling cases involving faulty products, supplying adept legal services to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Senior Malpractice

Defending the rights of seniors who have been subjected to neglect in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall & Trip Accidents

Expert in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal representation to individuals seeking recovery for their harm.

Infant Harms

Supplying legal assistance for relatives affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Incidents: Concentrated on helping clients of car accidents receive appropriate compensation for hurts and harm.

Bike Mishaps

Dedicated to providing representation for motorcyclists involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for injuries.

Semi Mishap

Delivering specialist legal assistance for persons involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for injuries.

Building Site Crashes

Committed to defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or misconduct.

Cerebral Harms

Dedicated to ensuring professional legal assistance for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Traumas

Proficient in tackling cases for victims who have suffered damages from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Jogger Collisions

Focused on legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering restitution.

Unjust Demise

Working for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and experienced legal assistance to ensure fairness.

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Committed to supporting persons with paralysis, offering professional legal support to secure redress.

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