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About Carlson Bier Associates

When navigating the complexities of dog bite injuries, choosing the right legal representation is crucial. Entrust your case to Carlson Bier, a distinguished personal injury lawyer firm renowned for their extensive experience litigating dog bite cases throughout Illinois. Our dedicated attorneys understand how traumatic these incidents can be and strive to secure rightful compensation for medical expenses, lost wages and pain suffered. Despite thousands of reported bites in Oswego every year; proper guidance on occupying this complex storm isn’t always accessible. At Carlson Bier, we level that playing field by offering straightforward advice and aggressive representation you need to win your case. We’ve built our reputation as reliable advocates efficiently lending our expertise particularly suited for Oswego residents facing such challenges amidst local legislations’ intricacies.Serving with your best interests at heart while adhering strictly to Illinois law has made us a top choice even when not physically present there. Choose Carlson Bier – where integrity meets advocacy in handling Dog Bite Injuries; choose success.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Oswego Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury law and are wholeheartedly dedicated to aiding victims of unfortunate incidents including Dog Bite Injuries. Based in Illinois, our legal team understands the physical pain, stress, and financial inconvenience a traumatic incident such as this can inflict. More importantly, with years of experience under our belt, we defend those who unknowingly fall prey to dog attacks caused due to negligence or recklessness.

Dog bites are not only physically debilitating but can also introduce dire psychological consequences. If left undealt with legally, cases regarding such injuries may become cumbersome for the victims. We want you to know that each case is unique and you’re protected by the law against these distressing experiences.

Firstly, where dog attacks are concerned, it’s paramount for clients to be familiar with two critical legal aspects under Illinois laws:

•’Strict Liability’ puts complete responsibility on dog owners for any harm inflicted by their pets regardless if they were aware of the animal’s vicious behavior or not.

•The ‘one-bite rule’ holds owners accountable if they knew or should have known about their pet’s dangerous propensities which typically is indicated via prior aggressive incidences.

This further underscores that a comprehensive understanding of your rights is key which Carlson Bier ensures right from the start while analyzing your claim followed by an action plan best suited given its intricacies; forging full-proof strategic approaches towards rightful compensation effectively.

Taking acknowledgment of the emotional trauma coupled with potential economic loss endured due to medical expenses or time off work; at Carlson Bier we ensure well-crafted assistance through every step towards claiming damages rightly owed. Be it negotiating skillfully with insurance companies driving larger settlements or adroit maneuvering through court proceedings if need be – Carlson Bier stands shielded at your service round-the-clock.

We also lay emphasis on educating clients about mandatory steps post-incident to fortify their case further:

•Seek immediate medical attention – this is crucial not just from a health perspective but also to provide tangible evidence like medical reports for future legal proceedings.

•Reporting the incident to local authorities – This ensures an official record, further strengthening your claim.

•Gathering evidence – Includes photographs of injuries and the scene, witnesses’ contacts, and any relevant details about the dog or its owner.

At Carlson Bier, we operate within stringent professional conduct outlined by Illinois law where transparency is pivotal. Catering diligently to the arrayed legal needs of our clients across Illinois; however, it’s important to note that while we’re dedicatedly serving victims of personal injury province-wide, we do not have a physical office in Oswego.

Navigating through legal complexities post-trauma should never be faced independently; therefore, why not leverage specialist knowledge? If you are grappling with a Dog Bite Injury case – initiate a conversation with us. Simply click on the button below and find out how much your case might be worth. With dynamic expertise handling negotiation settlements in such cases at Carlson Bier – let justice serve you right! Our experienced attorneys can help pave your route towards rightful compensation ensuring-paced recovery process both physically and economically. So why wait? Let’s get started today!

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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 Oswego

Cycling Incidents

Expert in legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or perilous conditions.

Fire Damages

Extending adept legal assistance for people of severe burn injuries caused by accidents or recklessness.

Physician Negligence

Ensuring experienced legal support for clients affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Responsibility

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, extending expert legal guidance to clients affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in nursing homes environments, ensuring fairness.

Fall & Slip Injuries

Professional in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to individuals seeking redress for their damages.

Neonatal Damages

Providing legal guidance for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in newborn injuries.

Vehicle Collisions

Incidents: Concentrated on guiding victims of car accidents gain appropriate compensation for hurts and losses.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Focused on providing legal advice for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

18-Wheeler Crash

Offering experienced legal representation for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for injuries.

Building Site Accidents

Engaged in representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Head Damages

Focused on extending compassionate legal services for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Traumas

Skilled in addressing cases for clients who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Collisions

Specializing in legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Undeserved Demise

Fighting for families affected by a wrongful death, extending compassionate and experienced legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Vertebral Injury

Expert in defending victims with vertebral damage, offering professional legal guidance to secure settlement.

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