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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with the outreach of dog bite injuries in Union, it’s vital to have capable representation that understands the city and its legal complexities. Carlson Bier is a leading personal injury law firm specializing in dog bite cases. Our seasoned attorneys come equipped with strategy, knowledge and years of experience for every case they undertake. When handling the delicate matter of dog bite injuries, empathy meets expertise at Carlson Bier where we prioritize clients’ needs while delivering unfailing legal support.Our dedicated team excels at compiling fact-based evidence supporting our claims resulting in significant success defending victims’ rights through intricate Union legislation.With us by your side, you can rest assured knowing our commitment isn’t just about reclaiming financial compensation but also ensuring justice for trauma suffered under such unfortunate circumstances. If you or a loved one encounter such predicament within Union City’s jurisdictional boundaries remember- For resilience met with unparalleled skill set during your pursuit of justice-Carlson Bier has proven itself time and again as an invaluable ally.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Union Illinois

Navigating the law surrounding dog bite injuries can appear daunting to those unfamiliar with it. That’s where Carlson Bier steps in, assisting Illinois residents who have been victims of such incidents by providing legal guidance that is comprehensive yet easy to understand. We are a team of dedicated personal injury attorneys committed to bringing forth knowledge and justice for all our clients.

Dog bite injuries come with numerous ramifications; from physical harm, emotional distress to financial burdens. As your trusted advisor, we are here to support you through these challenging times and provide reliable counsel on what could potentially be a complex journey towards compensation. Some key areas that often need addressing include medical costs or lost wages due to absence from work, psychological trauma tied to the incident’s occurrence, and property damage inflicted during the attack.

Breaking down Illinois’ liability laws regarding dog bites is one aspect of our service commitment. Offending pet owners hold responsibility according to the ‘strict liability’ principle – meaning even if they weren’t aware their canine had an aggressive propensity, they’re still liable for damages incurred. Interestingly enough though, in Illinois there is no ‘one free bite rule’ usually found elsewhere – hence there isn’t any requirement for establishing prior violent tendencies in dogs before making claims; this eases fighting your case legally.

Moreover, understanding attractive nuisance doctrine reveals another facet involved in dog bite cases. It signifies situations where children enter a property uninvitedly because they’re enticed by something like a pet dog – however dangerous it turns out causing them injuries. If negligent supervision then becomes evident from entities responsible (like parents), defendants might actually reduce their obligations considerably as per comparative negligence rules.

At Carlson Bier we make distinct every constituent fact contributing towards building solid evidences needed for claim settlements or trials as may necessitate eventually.

Indeed pursuing compensations also involve weighing defenses raised by offending parties: plaintiffs somehow provoked attacks or trespassed into properties housing dogs unknowingly are common arguments contrary party uses to deflect responsibilities. Our team of adept legal minds ensures you’re convincingly combating such defenses having ample statutory and factual backing – as we strategize for securing compensations justifiably awarded in favor.

In addition, let us reassure you that no two dog bite injury cases are the same – what worked for one may not work for another; customizing strategies become influential playing major role in overall process. This is where our experienced attorneys leveraging their refined negotiation skills can make impactful differences working towards favorable outcomes.

Notwithstanding stringent Illinois liability laws, obtaining claim settlements isn’t something like a walkover: insurance companies will indeed be roadblocks trying to minimize payouts or deny them altogether. Our lawyers proficient with intricacies involved persuasively dispel such trials denying justice due.

By choosing Carlson Bier, we ensure you’ll never feel alone going up against powerful insurance providers or daunting litigation procedures looming large otherwise.

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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 Union

Cycling Accidents

Dedicated to legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or perilous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Giving adept legal help for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Clinical Incompetence

Providing specialist legal services for victims affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Liability

Dealing with cases involving problematic products, supplying skilled legal assistance to customers affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Neglect

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in care facilities environments, ensuring protection.

Fall and Trip Occurrences

Adept in managing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking redress for their injuries.

Neonatal Injuries

Extending legal assistance for families affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Incidents

Accidents: Devoted to guiding victims of car accidents secure fair settlement for harms and harm.

Bike Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal services for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

18-Wheeler Collision

Delivering expert legal support for victims involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for damages.

Worksite Collisions

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

Cognitive Damages

Expert in ensuring expert legal advice for victims suffering from head injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Injuries

Proficient in addressing cases for persons who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Collisions

Focused on legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering restitution.

Wrongful Passing

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and expert legal assistance to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Damage

Expert in representing patients with spine impairments, offering expert legal guidance to secure redress.

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