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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’ve been involved in a car accident in Collinsville, your path to recovery should be headed by competent legal assistances – that’s where Carlson Bier comes into play. With an unwavering commitment to championing for the rights of car accident victims throughout Illinois, our expertise and dedication are unmatched. We excel at navigating the complex systems of insurance claims and litigation, ensuring you get optimal compensation. Our reputation precedes us as top-tier personal injury lawyers specializing in car accidents matters. At Carlson Bier, we take our time understanding every detail of your case for optimum representation while affording you empathy and support during this challenging period. You’re not just another client; we view each situation uniquely and fight aggressively for justice on your behalf. For trustworthy legal advice underpinned by years of experience handling car accidents cases throughout Illinois state hence making us reliable allies when disaster strikes — choose Carlson Bier.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Collinsville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our core commitment is championing the legal rights of those affected by personal injuries stemming from car accidents. Based in Illinois, we possess profound understanding of auto accident claims and work diligently to provide comprehensive representation tailored to your individual situation.

What sets us apart? We are singularly focused on personal injury cases – primarily those resulting from automobile accidents. Over the years, we’ve earned reputation for providing exceptional services to vehicle accident victims through expert negotiation, meticulous case preparedness, and relentless pursuit of justice in courtrooms across Illinois.

As a part of educating our clients and visitors like you; we illuminate here essential information about car accidents:

• Immediate actions required post an accident: It’s crucial to report the incident instantly to police and seek medical attention despite seeming minor harm or no visible injuries. Understandably amid shock, you may not realize bodily harm which might manifest later.

• Necessary documentation: Document each detail including license plate numbers, witness descriptions/contacts and photographs (if possible) of damages caused and current scenario. This can significantly strengthen your claim.

• Engage an experienced lawyer promptly: A skilled attorney helps safeguard your interests – would guide you regarding acquiring requisite medical evaluation/diagnosis/treatments etc., direct appropriate dealings with adjusters from insurance companies who often attempt minimizing payouts.

Understanding how various factors interplay in determining compensation worthiness forms a complex labyrinth that requires professional navigation. Factors contributing significantly include nature/severity of injuries sustained, medical bills incurred or expected due to treatment/rehabilitation needs plus lost earnings because of inability/disability arising from accident aftermaths impacting capability/quality-of-life permanently/partially etc., besides mental agonies suffered commonly known as ‘pain & suffering’.

Here at Carlson Bier- right from amassing potential evidence substantiating your side involving investigative tasks like interviewing witnesses if needed down till proving liability lies elsewhere besides conclusively establishing inadequacy in duty-of-care discharged leading to your loss, we ensure you enjoy an unfair edge over competition with our profound services.

Accident injuries can be life-altering not just physically but mentally as well; the trauma it leaves behind is often understated. Carlson Bier understands the depth of such circumstances and prides itself in lending a helping hand during these tough times. It’s our firm belief that every accident victim deserves rightful compensation thus, ensuring their rehabilitation journey remains unhampered by financial constraints due to mounting medical bills or loss of work.

Whether a small fender-bender or catastrophic collision, at Carlson Bier we are equipped to tackle car accident cases with utmost precision nurturing no thoughts except winning your rightful claims amount! There’s no case too minor or complex that our team of dedicated attorneys can’t handle ardently in pursuing justice on victims’ behalf.

See for yourself why clients across Illinois have entrusted their personal injury cases arising from car accidents to Carlson Bier – Your legal ally championing rights vigorously till justice prevails!

A comprehensive assessment by an experienced attorney can provide individual-specific valuation regarding potential recoveries based on numerous factors involved uniquely in each case. We encourage you to explore further – click on the button below now to find out what your claim might reasonably fetch leveraging skilled resources of expertise and committed proactive approach to justice only at Carlson Bier– because you matter more than ever before, especially post-accidents!

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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 Collinsville

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Expert in legal advocacy for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' lack of care or risky conditions.

Burn Burns

Giving specialist legal help for sufferers of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or recklessness.

Clinical Negligence

Delivering professional legal support for clients affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Merchandise Accountability

Managing cases involving unsafe products, extending specialist legal guidance to customers affected by product malfunctions.

Geriatric Malpractice

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Tumble & Trip Occurrences

Professional in handling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking recovery for their harm.

Newborn Traumas

Providing legal assistance for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Vehicle Collisions

Crashes: Committed to helping victims of car accidents get reasonable remuneration for wounds and harm.

Bike Accidents

Expert in providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

Truck Incident

Extending expert legal services for victims involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for hurts.

Worksite Collisions

Concentrated on defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or negligence.

Cerebral Damages

Focused on offering expert legal assistance for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Harms

Adept at dealing with cases for people who have suffered harms from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Dedicated to legal support for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering damages.

Unjust Demise

Fighting for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering compassionate and experienced legal support to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Harm

Expert in supporting clients with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal guidance to secure settlement.

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