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About Carlson Bier Associates

Have you recently been involved in a car accident and require unmatched legal assistance? Consider Carlson Bier, one of Illinois’ finest personal injury law firms known for extraordinary representation. A car accident can turn your world upside down – medical bills, vehicle repairs, lost wages; it’s an overwhelming process. Let the expert attorneys at Carlson Bier help handle these complex situations.

Their specialty is fighting aggressively on behalf of their clients to ensure fair recompense for their damage and distress after encountering a car incident. Driven by dedicated case strategies tailored to each client’s unique situation around Princeton city or beyond; they work relentlessly through negotiation periods and even fierce court trials when necessary to seize justice.

With extensive experience navigating Illinois laws intricacies surrounding auto accidents, leveraging intense dedication blended with adept knowledge empowers them to procure satisfactory settlements for many individuals facing adversity post-accident scenarios—this commitment illustrates why so many choose Carlson Bier as their trusted legal ally during such trying times.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Princeton Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we know that being involved in a car accident can be a traumatizing and life-altering experience. Our skilled team of personal injury attorneys is committed to helping you navigate the complexities of Illinois law so that you can focus on your recovery while we concentrate on getting you the compensation you deserve. We understand how important it is for our clients to receive just compensation after an accident has impacted their lives drastically, which is why we are here to provide comprehensive legal support.

There’s no denying that a car accident brings with it overwhelming physical, emotional, and financial distress. What’s more daunting is the prospect of trying to negotiate with insurance companies or handle the mountains of paperwork associated with a legal claim. When such unfortunate incidents happen, you need a reliable partner who will bear this burden by your side – an advocate like Carlson Bier.

Understanding Illinois Car Accident Law can seem complicated at times due to its intricate nature but truly knowing these laws can greatly influence the outcome of your case:

• Liability: In Illinois, liability refers to who is responsible for causing the auto accident.

• Comparative Negligence: Not all crashes are black-and-white — sometimes both parties share some level fault. That’s where comparative negligence comes into play.

• Damages: If injured in an accident caused due to someone else’s negligence, you have every right to seek damages or financial compensation for medical costs, lost wages and overall pain and suffering.

• Statute of Limitations: An essential point to note – There’s a deadline within which you must file your claim or forever forfeit your rights for seeking damages.

Having experienced personal injury lawyers by your side through this process won’t merely streamline things; they’ll fight ardently for justice on your behalf. At Carlson Bier, our staff meticulously analyzes each specific case holistically ensuring plaintiffs get nothing less than what they deserve. With years of experience supporting victims against formidable adversaries (like big insurance companies), you can depend on us to vigorously assert your rights and bring your case to a successful conclusion.

We believe in educating our clients about the nuances of their case, so they feel empowered throughout this journey. We strive to simplify complex legal jargon into language that anyone can comprehend easily. Furthermore, we make sure every client feels seen, heard, and valued. It is this ethos that sets us apart from other law firms – We don’t just represent you; we champion for you.

Our willingness to go above and beyond for our clients does not stop when working hours end, but extends far beyond because we genuinely care about each person who trusts us with their case. At Carlson Bier, we operate under the belief that justice delayed is justice denied which drives us to proactively seek efficient resolution of claims while keeping you abreast every step along the way.

Trust matters as much as expertise when dealing with personal injury cases like car accidents – Trust in knowing your attorney will tirelessly advocate for your rights; Trust in knowing no stone will be left unturned when investigating your claim; And most importantly: trust in knowing that at Carlson Bier, you’re not just another file number but a person deserving respect and ultimate dedication.

In light of what seems an overwhelming ordeal post-accident steered by convoluted rules and regulations—remember—you are not alone. You have loyal advocates in ourselves ready to guide through this difficult terrain towards justice letting you focus on healing whilst ensuring a stable financial future.

Divulging pertinent details surrounding your specific circumstance will help present clearer idea around possibilities concerning case’s worth or potential compensation from damages endured ensuing accident itself in addition to accumulating bills stacked alongside lost wages amongst juxtaposed sufferings during aftermath pronouncing economic burden over time span calculated rightfully named “Pain & Suffering”. Click below! Discover more information alongside potentially determining approximate worth tangled precariously amidst entailing circumstances. Our proficient team looks forward toighting alongside helping you proactively throughout this uphill battle reigniting semblance of stability and justice reinstated into your life’s perspective once again.

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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 Princeton

Cycling Incidents

Focused on legal services for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or dangerous conditions.

Fire Burns

Extending adept legal advice for victims of serious burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Medical Misconduct

Delivering expert legal advice for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Obligation

Managing cases involving unsafe products, extending specialist legal support to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Abuse

Advocating for the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Tumble and Fall Mishaps

Adept in handling stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking redress for their damages.

Childbirth Wounds

Supplying legal assistance for families affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Collisions

Collisions: Concentrated on aiding patients of car accidents gain just recompense for hurts and losses.

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Committed to providing legal advice for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring fair compensation for losses.

Semi Collision

Offering experienced legal representation for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing appropriate settlement for losses.

Building Mishaps

Focused on assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or misconduct.

Head Impairments

Committed to delivering dedicated legal services for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Wounds

Adept at dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or beast attacks.

Jogger Mishaps

Dedicated to legal support for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Unwarranted Death

Advocating for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, providing empathetic and adept legal assistance to ensure redress.

Spine Injury

Expert in defending individuals with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure recovery.

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