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Being a victim of a dog bite injury can be both physically and emotionally traumatic. It is essential to seek legal assistance from proficient attorneys like those at Carlson Bier, who specialize in handling complex dog bite cases. Although many lawyers offer personal injury services, the expert team at Carlson Bier stands out due to their vast experience, dedication towards clients’ rights and quality services tailored for Viola residents. We understand Illinois law intimately as it affects these specific circumstances and work tirelessly to ensure the best outcome for you – compensation that reflects not only medical costs but emotional distress too. Our unique approach of compassionate client-attorney relationships combined with tactical legal strategies make us stand apart in fighting for your rights after experiencing such an appalling incident. A dog should never ruin lives; we believe that together, with our top-notch legal expertise on hand every step of the way through this complex process, victims can get back on track faster than imagined himself/herself before contacting Carlson Bier. Let’s face it: there are no better hands you would want your case in!

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Viola Illinois

Dog bite injuries can be both traumatic and devastating, physically as well as emotionally. In Illinois, where we are based, the laws governing these types of personal injury cases are complex and demand an experienced legal perspective. At Carlson Bier, our team of skilled personal injury attorneys have a profound understanding of the intricacies surrounding dog bite injuries and are fully equipped to navigate the avenues available for pursuing deserved compensation.

Whether you or someone close has suffered a dog bite attack, it is of paramount significance to realize fast action is indispensable. Such swift response parameters include seeking immediate medical attention and documenting any pertinent evidence from the scene – photographs of injuries sustained and identifications details about the dangerous canine.

• Key Areas Where Our Expertise Proves Critical Involve:

Understanding the law: It’s notable that in Illinois there are specific statutes that impose a strict liability on dog owners for bites inflicted by their dogs onto others. Essentially this means regardless if an owner had knowledge of their dog’s propensity to bite or not, they are legally responsible for damages caused by their pets’ actions.

Assessing damages: Damages incurred from such unfortunate encounters aren’t limited only to physical wounds but extend also towards psychological trauma, loss of wages due to incapacity at work alongside medical expenses involved during treatment. We ensure all such aspects are robustly factored into your claims’ valuation process.

Building strong cases through compelling evidence – Collating statements from witnesses, gathering records of medical treatments received and deploying detailed analysis on behavior history or patterns exhibited by menacing dogs harboring propensity towards aggression – becomes primary tasks intended to solidify your claim against liable parties.

Navigating insurance company tactics: Insurance firms often attempt leveraging potential weak points within claim cases with intent on minimizing payout distributions or outright denial of claims submitted. With astute negotiation skills honed over vast durations handling similar lawsuits previously; we’ll confront these vexing challenges beneficially securing just compensations you rightly deserve!

Despite being such a common occurrence, dog bite insurance claims are frequently mishandled due to lack of knowledge or preparedness. Part of our mission at Carlson Bier is to help educate those affected by these proceedings and simplify the process as much as possible. We understand your goal when facing this kind of sudden adversity isn’t just about financial recompense but also a quest towards regaining quality of life you once enjoyed before encountering such distasteful experiences.

Dog bites injuries bear potential for severe complications – terrible infections could possibly manifest later while psychological trauma might also linger significantly long after physical wounds have healed. Even more daunting becomes navigating through labyrinth legal systems alone – hence why we commit on working tirelessly advocating for your rights ’til justice becomes served!

Irrespective whether you know someone who has fallen victim to a canine attack or personally encountered one yourself; Carlson Bier proudly offers access to unchallenged expertise within the realm of personal injury lawsuits, particularly dog-bite related cases in Illinois.

Don’t let the circumstantial misfortune define you moving forward! Leverage our understanding, experience, compassion and determination intended solely for championing all rightfully deserved compensations that remuneratively heals from these unforeseen setbacks. TSAvoid falling prey to undue frustrations resulting from complex legal facets marred with intricate undertones (often inherent within curtailing redresses sought) by seeking professional assistance immediately after such unfortunate incidences occur.

Here’s your defining moment! It’s time now for taking action rather than passively letting circumstances dictate any further impacts upon your life. Proficiently explore potential options available aimed towards recovery route enabled via firm step embedded below – Click it right now enabling a personalized consultation targeting establishment of how much exactly your claim might be worth! Let Carlson Bier assist you in effectively executing this journey laden with critical compensation pursuit!

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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 Viola

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Dedicated to legal advocacy for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others's negligence or perilous conditions.

Flame Traumas

Providing adept legal advice for people of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Hospital Misconduct

Ensuring professional legal representation for victims affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Accountability

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, offering adept legal guidance to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip & Slip Mishaps

Expert in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking compensation for their harm.

Infant Harms

Offering legal assistance for households affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Mishaps

Crashes: Focused on supporting sufferers of car accidents obtain equitable recompense for injuries and harm.

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal assistance for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

Semi Crash

Providing adept legal representation for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing appropriate settlement for harms.

Building Site Mishaps

Concentrated on defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Neurological Harms

Focused on extending compassionate legal support for victims suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Harms

Proficient in dealing with cases for clients who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Committed to legal services for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Unjust Loss

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and professional legal services to ensure redress.

Vertebral Damage

Specializing in assisting persons with paralysis, offering professional legal support to secure settlement.

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