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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’ve been involved in a car accident and are seeking legal guidance, Carlson Bier is your ideal choice. As seasoned personal injury attorneys based out of Illinois, they have built a strong reputation for their dedication to clients and success. They specialize in handling car accident cases with utmost precision and care – always fighting for maximum compensation on behalf of their valued clients. When litigation becomes necessary, you can rest assured knowing that Carlson Bier has the expertise needed to navigate the complexities of an auto accident case successfully.

Importantly, it’s not just about obtaining monetary compensation; having skilled legal representation means understanding your rights as an individual harmed due to another’s negligence too – something Carlson Bier ensures promptly. Their intensive experience helps them understand every facet of a car accident claim meticulously which consistently results in their victory inside or outside the courtrooms.

Choosing Carlson Bier guarantees more than just legal support after any unfortunate vehicular incident; it assures peace-of-mind throughout your recovery process as they handle all negotiations effectively while respecting your emotions through this tough time. Trusting such crucial matters with anyone else would be disadvantageous; considering these established professionals could undoubtedly make all the difference – because at Carlton Bier: ‘Your Right is Their Fight’.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Woodhull Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we stand proud as pioneering personal injury attorneys operating in Illinois. We understand that enduring a car accident is undoubtedly traumatic and often life-altering. Thus, it becomes crucial to know your rights, the legal course, and potential compensations you may be eligible for after such an unfortunate event.

When it comes to automobile accidents, the state of Illinois operates under ‘at-fault’ law which means that the person at fault for causing the accident bears financial responsibility for any injuries or damages caused. Often these obligations are covered by their auto insurance company. It’s essential to recognize that compensation can cover not only medical bills but also lost wages and non-economic losses like pain or suffering.

Take note of some fundamental things following a car accident:

* Always ensure to call law enforcement right after a car collision regardless of its size. This helps gather impartial information about what occurred.

* Seek immediate medical attention even if symptoms seem minor initially; latent injuries might emerge long after.

* Record every detail about the incident – from taking photographs of the scene to jotting down witness accounts; this could prove invaluable later on when building up your case.

Your choice of representation can significantly impact how smoothly this recovery process unfolds. Hence, choosing an adept attorney who specializes exclusively in personal injuries and understands well your situation is paramount.

For years, Carlson Bier has committed itself to representing victims of automotive accidents across Illinois’s length and breadth. Our unique approach allows us thoroughly to investigate each case we take on – right from inspecting crash sites through carefully studying police reports and insurance policies. Addedly, our vigorous negotiation skills in dealing with insurance companies have continually led us towards maximum possible settlements for our clients.

Collaboration during such times isn’t just about winning cases but more so about helping victims get their lives back on track post-accidents. Therefore, we prioritize open and transparent communication combined with education throughout our journey together. After all, knowledge is indeed power.

If you are affected by a car accident:

* You can claim compensation for any physical injuries

* Demand damages for the mental trauma resulting from the accident

* Seek reimbursement for any lost wages due to missed work

* File a suit for repair or replacement of your damaged vehicle

Throughout the years, we have successfully managed various kinds of automotive injury cases ranging from collisions involving multiple cars, motorcycles involving pedestrians, and heavy commercial vehicles too. Numerous clients spread across different paths and professions vouch with gratitude for our partnership during challenging times.

Enduring post-accident pain shouldn’t entail financial constraints brought along by complex legal proceedings or worrying about fees. We work on what’s termed as a ‘contingency fee basis,’ which means that we don’t charge anything until we recover your rightful compensations.

Car accidents unbearably alter life courses majorly – physically, emotionally, sometimes even financially – but remember that help is revenue away in these tough times. Carlson Bier invites you not just towards forced implications but guarantees adept dedication and fair representation at every juncture.

Finally, if you’ve been in an automobile crash and want to explore options ensuing it further legally or think you might be entitled to some sort of compensation – please click the button below. It’ll help guide you towards understanding how much your case could potentially be worth. Allow us at Carlson Bier to alleviate your pain conclusively – because justice delayed is justice denied!

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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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Car Accident FAQ​

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 Woodhull

Bike Crashes

Specializing in legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or risky conditions.

Flame Wounds

Providing skilled legal support for individuals of intense burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Physician Misconduct

Providing dedicated legal assistance for victims affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Responsibility

Addressing cases involving defective products, extending professional legal services to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Mistreatment

Protecting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to mistreatment in nursing homes environments, ensuring fairness.

Stumble & Trip Mishaps

Expert in handling tumble accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking restitution for their losses.

Infant Damages

Delivering legal aid for loved ones affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Mishaps

Collisions: Focused on supporting patients of car accidents gain fair settlement for damages and losses.

Motorbike Collisions

Dedicated to providing legal services for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for damages.

Trucking Accident

Extending experienced legal assistance for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for losses.

Construction Crashes

Dedicated to representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Brain Injuries

Committed to providing expert legal representation for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Injuries

Adept at handling cases for persons who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or beast attacks.

Jogger Collisions

Dedicated to legal support for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Unwarranted Death

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and professional legal services to ensure compensation.

Vertebral Trauma

Expert in assisting persons with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal services to secure redress.

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