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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’ve been involved in a car accident, the road to recovery can be long and stressful. It’s vital to choose the right legal representation during this critical period, and that’s why many turn to Carlson Bier. Our expertise in Car Accident Law is unparalleled within Illinois. Through meticulous case handling, we ensure your rights are upheld along every step of the journey towards a fair resolution. At Carlson Bier, our commitment extends beyond mere litigation; it’s about rebuilding lives interrupted by unforeseen circumstances such as accidents on highways or city streets . Whether the situation demands negotiation with insurance companies or aggressive courtroom battles for maximum compensation ,we’re there for you .In choosing us,you’re not just hiring an attorney—you’re gaining a partner dedicated to justice and committed towards ensuring that life returns back on track swiftly after distressing encounters like vehicle collisions.If want legal counsel known for integrity,resilience,and acclamation—then go no further than Carlson Bier.Let us relieve some weight off your shoulders while you concentrate on what truly matters: Your recovery.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Highland Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are committed to supporting individuals who have suffered personal injuries due to car accidents. Our extensive knowledge and expertise in the intricacies of personal injury law ensure that your case is treated with the seriousness it deserves, and you receive the compensation necessary to support your recovery process.

Car accidents can be a tremendously distressing experience leading to not only physical pain but also emotional distress, financial hardship, and loss of work opportunities. As your trusted Illinois-based attorneys at Carlson Bier, we understand how overwhelming dealing with insurers or taking legal action post-incident can be – our goal is to shoulder this burden for you so that you can focus on what truly matters: healing.

Here are some critical areas where our legal team will provide invaluable support:

• Proving Liability: We meticulously analyze evidence including police reports, eyewitness accounts, photos/videos from accident scenes or public surveillance cameras. Our objective is clear – determining fault beyond doubt.

• Calculating Damages: We undertake an exhaustive assessment to ascertain all potential damages – medical expenses (present and future), wage loss, pain and suffering among others – ensuring you get rightfully compensated.

• Negotiating Settlements: Insurers typically look out for their interest; therefore, they may act contrary to yours. Left unprotected without expert legal help could mean accepting much less than what’s fair. We aggressively negotiate on terms most favorable for you.

When it comes to handling complicated cases like car accidents specifically in Illinois – timing is everything! The Illinois Statute of Limitations stipulates that any lawsuit against an involved party must be filed within two years from the date of the accident involving personal injury. Exceptions do exist based on circumstances around discovery of injuries incurred during such vehicle incidents which may extend this window.

We encourage plateful recording information post-accident until one gets proper legal advice; especially note down details about accident scene including weather conditions/brightness levels (if after dark) etc., witness accounts, personal injuries sustained and respective medical treatment obtained.

Our commitment to you is to ensure the entire legal process remains transparent. We believe that active communication along with education about your horizon of rights and the relevant laws sets a strong foundation for a successful claim. Your peace of mind during this challenging phase in your life motivates us towards persistent effort on your behalf.

We strongly advise against signing any “early settlement” offer made by an insurance company without having it thoroughly reviewed by a professional attorney like ours who has intimate knowledge of Illinois law concerning auto accident claims. This can protect you from accepting compensation which is significantly lesser than what you should rightfully receive given the impact of all direct or indirect damages caused by such accidents based upon liabilities ascertained.

As members of the esteemed Carlson Bier group, we empathetically deal with clients ensuring their physical/emotional well-being takes precedence above everything else while effectively working around intricate complexities related to these injury cases providing rightful justice deserved.

Navigating through unforeseen complications following car accidents isn’t just about hiring an attorney – it’s about partnering with someone whose primary objective aligns completely with yours i.e., safeguarding your interest providing unwavering support throughout!

Are you ready to stand up for yourself and ensure justice served? Remember; Every case is unique; no cookie-cutter approach here! Let’s delve into specifics pertinent to yours for requisite tailored assistance only available at Carlson Bier!

Click below now and find out exactly how much your case could be worth today. The first step towards getting the exceptional representation you deserve begins right here – let’s embark on this journey together standing firmly by your side!

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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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The most common causes of car accidents in Chicago include:

  • Driver negligence: This includes distracted driving, speeding, and failing to yield.
  • Road conditions: Potholes, uneven pavement, and other road hazards can cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles.
  • Vehicle defects: Defective vehicles can cause accidents in a variety of ways.
  • Weather conditions: Rain, snow, and ice can make roads slick and dangerous.

If you are involved in a car accident in Chicago, you should:

  • Seek medical attention immediately. Even if you don’t think you’re seriously injured, it’s important to get checked out by a doctor.
  • Exchange information with the other driver. Get their name, address, insurance information, and license plate number.
  • Take pictures of the scene of the accident. This will help you document what happened and build your case if you decide to file a lawsuit.
  • Report the accident to the police. This will create a record of the accident and help you get help if you need it.
  • Contact a car accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a car accident victim in Chicago, you have the right to:

  • Seek compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages.
  • File a lawsuit against the driver who caused your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a car accident lawsuit in Chicago, you may be able to recover the following types of damages:

  • Medical expenses: This includes the cost of ambulance rides, hospital stays, doctor’s appointments, and physical therapy.
  • Lost wages: This includes the wages you lost while you were unable to work because of your injuries.
  • Pain and suffering: This includes compensation for the physical and emotional pain you have endured as a result of your injuries.

In a car accident lawsuit in Chicago, you may be able to recover the following types of damages:

  • Medical expenses: This includes the cost of ambulance rides, hospital stays, doctor’s appointments, and physical therapy.
  • Lost wages: This includes the wages you lost while you were unable to work because of your injuries.
  • Pain and suffering: This includes compensation for the physical and emotional pain you have endured as a result of your injuries.

    Property damage: This includes the cost of repairing or replacing your vehicle.

    Punitive damages: These damages are awarded to punish the defendant for egregious or reckless conduct.

The statute of limitations for car accident lawsuits in Illinois is two years. This means that you have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit.

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Areas of Practice in Highland

Bike Accidents

Focused on legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Supplying adept legal help for victims of severe burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Hospital Negligence

Ensuring professional legal advice for persons affected by medical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Responsibility

Managing cases involving problematic products, providing specialist legal guidance to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Neglect

Representing the rights of seniors who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall and Stumble Incidents

Adept in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking redress for their losses.

Infant Traumas

Extending legal support for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in birth injuries.

Car Mishaps

Collisions: Devoted to helping clients of car accidents secure equitable recompense for damages and losses.

Motorcycle Crashes

Committed to providing legal assistance for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring just recovery for traumas.

Semi Collision

Extending adept legal support for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair recompense for hurts.

Building Site Mishaps

Dedicated to defending staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or misconduct.

Neurological Harms

Committed to providing dedicated legal support for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Injuries

Adept at managing cases for persons who have suffered wounds from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Focused on legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Fatality

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and skilled legal representation to ensure redress.

Vertebral Harm

Dedicated to representing victims with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure compensation.

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