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About Carlson Bier Associates

When victims of dog bite injuries seek representation, Carlson Bier distinguishes itself as their optimal choice in Illinois. Our lawyers possess profound expertise in managing complex claims related to dog bites effectively. Entirely understanding the physical and emotional trauma you may experience post such distressing encounters, our team is committed to ensuring your legal rights are upheld while striving tirelessly for justified compensation. We diligently navigate through complex laws surrounding dog bite incidents, allowing us to zealously advocate for our clients’ interests. Moreover, we consistently stay updated on Illinois-specific regulations and statutes; this consistently leads us towards maximized settlements for our valued clients reflecting the severity of their injuries and losses survived due to a canine attack. Henceforth, choosing Carlson Bier deployed throughout essential regions of Illinois represents an astute decision when one suffers from unfortunate circumstances like these being more than just competent management but blending comprehensive approach with compassionate service — A key criterion individuals affected require amidst pursuance of a legal remedy regarding dog-bite injury scenarios.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Wheaton Illinois

As Carlson Bier, we are known for our expertise in personal injury law, focusing on dog bite injuries. We’re based in Illinois and bring to the table a wealth of knowledge, dedication, and the tenacity necessary to help you navigate the complex laws surrounding dog bites and related injuries.

Dog bite injuries can be tremendously traumatic events that lead not only to physical harm but also emotional distress. From minor cuts or scrapes to deep puncture wounds affecting muscles, nerves, bones or even leading to infections like rabies – the severity of these encounters should never be underestimated.

Understanding your rights as a victim of such an incident is absolutely crucial. According to Illinois law (Animal Control Act 510 ILCS 5/16), if you are bitten by a dog without provoking it while peacefully conducting yourself anywhere where you may lawfully be present, then the owner of said dog is liable for damages suffered due to this attack. Crucially:

• The ‘one-bite rule’ does not apply in Illinois – there needn’t be prior evidence of the dog being dangerous.

• There isn’t a leash requirement specific for dogs; meaning lack of a leash at time of confrontation does not determine liability.

• A victim doesn’t have civil recourse against landlords unless they own or harbor the animal causing harm.

At times like these when stress levels are high and medical bills keep piling up – trying to make sense of complex legal jargon could pose additional headaches. This is why Carlson Bier aims to effectively convey your rights in plain language that you can understand.

Determining monetary damages includes factors such as:

• Medical expenses -both current and projected future costs

• Lost wages during recovery

• Compensation for pain suffering

Remember! Doing this without thorough comprehension risks aligning with an unjust settlement amount that undervalues true extent of harm caused. That’s where we step in! Constantly keeping updated with amendments to state statutes and case law, we are equipped with the know-how necessary to help you navigate these choppy waters.

While nobody can predict a dog bite accident, when it does happen -how you handle the aftermath could have significant repercussions on your life. Trusting only in skilled representation like ours ensures that you receive rightful compensation while also making sure that potential future victims are safeguarded from repeating this unfortunate incident.

At Carlson Bier, we genuinely care about victim’s rights and therefore discernment against injustice strongly fuels our drive. With proven expertise in personal injury lawsuits especially surrounding animal attacks -our goal is walking with you every step of the way from information gathering to illustrating impact of trauma. We deeply believe in equipping our clients with knowledge so they remain informed at each stage and never feel overwhelmed or neglected during this trying time.

Please note: While we provide law services statewide, we don’t have offices located outside designated areas as per Illinois state laws restricting advertisement misrepresentation of physical office locations – Rest assured there’s total transparency about where we operate.

Time is of essence! The sooner legal action commences following an attack; the higher chances for success. Let us affirm your credibility by advocacy that leaves no stone unturned- No claim too minor or complexity daunting enough for our veteran team!

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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 Wheaton

Bicycle Mishaps

Proficient in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Fire Damages

Providing expert legal assistance for patients of severe burn injuries caused by events or indifference.

Clinical Incompetence

Delivering expert legal support for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Accountability

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, delivering specialist legal help to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Abuse

Defending the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring protection.

Stumble and Slip Accidents

Skilled in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking compensation for their injuries.

Birth Injuries

Supplying legal aid for kin affected by medical incompetence resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Accidents: Concentrated on guiding individuals of car accidents receive reasonable recompense for hurts and destruction.

Motorcycle Collisions

Focused on providing legal advice for victims involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for harm.

Truck Incident

Providing expert legal services for victims involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for hurts.

Construction Site Crashes

Concentrated on supporting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Harms

Focused on offering expert legal support for individuals suffering from head injuries due to incidents.

Canine Attack Wounds

Specialized in managing cases for victims who have suffered damages from dog bites or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Accidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Unwarranted Demise

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and adept legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Spine Injury

Focused on assisting clients with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal support to secure recovery.

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