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In the unfortunate event of a dog bite injury, it is essential to seek expert legal advice. Carlson Bier, renowned Illinois personal injury attorneys, are recognized for their prowess in handling sensitive cases like these. Committed to delivering justice and advocating for your rights, they navigate complex Dog Bite Injuries law with impressive proficiency. Their robust experience coupled with exceptional professional acumen makes them an impeccable choice for those seeking counsel amid distressing times. The firm’s dedication extends to tenants owning unruly pets resulting in injuries or trauma caused by dog bites on innocent victims within the city limits of Sumner as well as throughout the state of Illinois strictly abiding all local and state law norms . Also known for its compassionate customer service approach, Carlson Bier ensures that each client receives personalized attention and expertise required during challenging periods such as post-injury recuperation period thus promoting clients’ trust confidence and respect through vigilant yet empathetic litigation services.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Sumner Illinois

Welcome to the online home of Carlson Bier, an elite group of personal injury attorneys located in Illinois that specializes, among other things, in dog bite injuries. As experienced personal injury lawyers, we are not only equipped with extensive knowledge about the law but also possess an empathetic understanding of the unexpected pain and trauma a dog bite can cause. We believe that no one should suffer silently for someone else’s negligence or ignorance when it comes to handling pets.

Dog bites often lead to severe physical wounds which sometimes have long-term effects on the victim’s lifestyle and psychological state. The variety and intensity of damages caused by a hostile dog encounter can range from scratch marks to deep puncture wounds which might result in dangerous infections like tetanus or even cause permanent nerve damage. Some frequent issues related to dog bites are:

• Physical injuries: Such as lacerations, punctures, fractures, or irritations.

• Diseases: Infections (Rabies), Sepsis

• Psychological distress: Trauma leading to conditions like anxiety and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

At Carlson Bier, we recognize these potential hardships that victims face post-dog attack incidents. Our dedicated team will work diligently towards securing fair compensation so you can focus entirely on your recovery process.

A key factor influencing your case’s chances is whether you reported the incident swiftly after its occurrence – proof through medical records provides credibility; moreover immediate remedial care reduces further complexities potentially arising out of untreated injuries. Hence, don’t wait! Obtain medical attention immediately after being bitten; make sure all treatments get dutifully recorded for future reference whilst dealing with legalities.

Moreover:

• Document any evidence at the scene where possible (if safe).

• Jot down details relating to the incident such as date/time/location.

• Take note of witnesses present during this accident because their testimonies underline your claim.

These point-outs become crucial when it’s time to make the culpable party answerable and hold them to their responsibilities.

Understanding Illinois Dog Bite laws helps when you know what needs proving for a successful claim. First, you’ll need to establish that the defendant owns the dog or was in control of it when the attack happened. Second, prove that you didn’t provoke the dog. Lastly, show that at the time of injury, you were conducting yourself peacefully and had legally correct reasons to be where this incident occurred.

Our team at Carlson Bier is proficient in articulating these points before juries and judges effectively, thus translating into significant compensation packages for our clients. We also collaborate with medical professionals who guide us about your injuries’ nature so that we can assess fair reimbursements for every suffering endured.

At Carlson Bier, we offer free initial consultations – giving everyone access to sound legal advice irrespective of their economic status. Our achievements range from representing clients locally within Illinois state boundaries to navigating complex national personal injury cases – always assiduously working towards safeguarding our client’s best interests.

We’re driven by core values such as honesty, empathy coupled with competent performances rather than just lofty promises– emphasizing juridical ethics while maintaining an aggressive stance promoting your rights.

Sound daunting? Don’t worry! You’re not alone on this journey— our seasoned attorneys will guide you step by step through all these aspects while continually striving hard towards making this labyrinthine process more accessible and understandable.

Intrigued? Considering seeking justice against unwarranted harm inflicted on you due to an irresponsible pet owner’s negligence? Perhaps wondering how much your case might amountworth? Click on the button below; we’d love nothing better than helping clarify any confusions swirling around your mind regarding potential payout amounts corresponding specific case characteristics! It’s time to move forward – liberate yourself from those nagging monetary concerns looming over this trauma undergone – empower yourselves today with guidance courtesy of Carlson Bier, your vigilant partner in all personal injury predicaments.

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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 Sumner

Bicycle Crashes

Focused on legal representation for people injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Providing adept legal services for patients of grave burn injuries caused by events or indifference.

Hospital Misconduct

Extending professional legal support for clients affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Commodities Fault

Handling cases involving problematic products, delivering specialist legal help to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Elder Mistreatment

Defending the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Tumble & Tumble Accidents

Expert in managing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to individuals seeking restitution for their suffering.

Birth Traumas

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

Car Collisions

Collisions: Concentrated on guiding sufferers of car accidents obtain reasonable settlement for damages and losses.

Motorcycle Accidents

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for damages.

Semi Crash

Offering expert legal services for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing fair recovery for hurts.

Building Crashes

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

Head Harms

Committed to offering professional legal advice for patients suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Wounds

Skilled in managing cases for persons who have suffered harms from K9 assaults or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Crashes

Specializing in legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering claims.

Wrongful Passing

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and expert legal services to ensure fairness.

Backbone Damage

Committed to supporting individuals with backbone trauma, offering specialized legal services to secure redress.

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