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About Carlson Bier Associates

Facing the aftermath of a dog bite injury can be distressing and complex, necessitating legal guidance that understands the intricacies of such cases. Carlson Bier steps in as your quintessential solution for thorough, competent representation in Timberlane. Our attorneys are meticulous when it comes to upholding Illinois laws regarding dog bite injuries, always ensuring victims receive full compensation for their losses and suffering. With years of experience under our belts, we advocate tirelessly on behalf of our clients with unrivaled command over all facets concerning dog-bite legislation. When engaged with Carlson Bier you’re not just hiring an attorney; you’re partnering with a dedicated team committed to leveling the playing field against negligent parties who harm innocent lives through irresponsible pet ownership or weak animal control measures. Always prepared to negotiate delicate settlements or litigate tenaciously if necessary makes us stand out as your go-to option when seeking justice from damaging incidents involving an aggressive canine encounter within Timberlane’s jurisdiction.

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Dog Bite Injuries Lawyers in Timberlane Illinois

The law firm of Carlson Bier in Illinois is your premier source for professional legal representation, especially in the area of personal injury. Among the cases we consistently advocate for are dog bite injuries, an occurrence that, although frequent and often severe, tends to be overlooked as a substantial component of personal injury law.

Dog bites can result in significant physical damage including puncture wounds, lacerations or serious abrasions. Furthermore, over 18% of dog bites become infected with bacteria present in a canine’s mouth which poses potential threats that extend beyond immediate visible affliction such as Rabies infection.

In addition to physical harm, victims often struggle psychologically; enduring nightmares related to the incident and harboring an understandable fear towards dogs henceforth. It may manifest itself in various traumatizing ways from anxiety upsurges when passing by an area where an attack occurred to trepidation around all breeds irrespective of their demeanor.

While these symptoms might seem insignificant compared to other catastrophic accidents, nothing could be further from the truth. Consider this: more than 4.7 million people fall victim to dog bites each year across America – translating not just into exorbitant healthcare costs but untold mental strain for victims.

As your personal injury attorneys based in Illinois (not located in Timberlane,) we strive to ensure financial restitution goes far beyond mere hospital bills – encompassing therapy sessions you may require post-attack as well as compensation for distress experienced during and after the unfortunate incident.

• Your medical expenses incurred immediately after the accident

• Future health costs related particularly if surgery is required

• Lost wages due to time off work

• Emotional anguish

Included within our commitment professionally and ethically guiding individuals through complexities connected with establishing liability is providing exhaustive knowledge on local regulations surrounding animal attacks. In Illinois specifically – guided by doctrines like ‘One Bite Rules’ or ‘Strict Liability Statutes;’ intricacies vary widely making having reputable counsel crucial navigating nuanced legal landscapes.

Dog owners maintain responsibility for their pets unless the injured was trespassing or provoked the dog. Even if a dog has never been violent before, in Illinois, owners are still to be held accountable for unexpected bites under ‘strict liability laws.’ The Carlson Bier law firm will relentlessly advocate for your rights to compensation by painstakingly establishing incontrovertible evidence of owner liability.

Should you find yourself grappling with PTSD, unbearable pain, or crippling medical debt all emanating from a dog bite incident that wasn’t your fault: reach out. Rest assured we have both expertise and compassion to handle your case with utmost care.

Our team herein Carlson Bier is committed to every client’s success – retrieving apposite restitution so you can focus on recuperation without incessant worries about pending hospital bills or future psychiatric treatment costs weighing heavily upon you.

Find peace in knowing our reputation speaks volumes; emblematic of diligence and unwavering dedication. Our personal injury attorneys don’t just process paperwork but genuinely invest in each case exploring all avenues until justice meted unequivocally.

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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 Timberlane

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Focused on legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's negligence or unsafe conditions.

Burn Wounds

Offering professional legal advice for individuals of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or negligence.

Healthcare Misconduct

Providing experienced legal representation for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Responsibility

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, offering expert legal support to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Neglect

Representing the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to mistreatment in elderly care environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall and Stumble Incidents

Skilled in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking restitution for their suffering.

Neonatal Harms

Extending legal support for kin affected by medical misconduct resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Accidents

Collisions: Committed to assisting individuals of car accidents gain fair recompense for harms and destruction.

Motorbike Accidents

Expert in providing legal services for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring just recovery for losses.

Big Rig Crash

Extending adept legal services for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just recompense for hurts.

Building Site Mishaps

Engaged in defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Head Damages

Expert in providing dedicated legal support for clients suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Damages

Skilled in dealing with cases for persons who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Specializing in legal support for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering compensation.

Unjust Death

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and professional legal services to ensure justice.

Vertebral Damage

Expert in assisting persons with spine impairments, offering expert legal assistance to secure justice.

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