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About Carlson Bier Associates

Experience the powerful advocacy and relentless pursuit of justice with Carlson Bier, a reputable personal injury firm specializing in car accident cases. Navigating through the aftermath of an automotive incident can be stressful and complex, but our team is dedicated to helping victims achieve successful outcomes in Patoka. We are seasoned in dealing with diverse legal complexities associated with auto collisions – obtaining compensation for medical expenses, lost wages due to recovery time, emotional distress or even potential property damages. What sets us apart at Carlson Bier is our proven track record – consistently winning favorable settlements for clients who have suffered from vehicular accidents through no fault of their own. When you entrust your case to us you’re assigned an aggressive advocate committed to fighting for your rights every step of the way.We understand that each situation deserves careful attention and we tailor our approach accordingly providing dynamic solutions. Choose Carlson Bier as your steadfast ally on this challenging journey towards attaining rightful compensation and restoring normalcy into your life.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Patoka Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we take immense pride in representing our clients and relentlessly working towards achieving justice for those who have suffered personal injuries. Specializing in car accidents, we comprehend the deep physical stress and financial strain that could result from such incidents. Our seasoned team of experts is committed to ensuring you secure deserved compensation swiftly and efficiently.

We understand that every car accident case is unique with its complexities. It may involve several factors including traffic laws, insurance companies, and medical institutions. Our skilled lawyers vigorously navigate through these difficulties to assure a comprehensive insight into your case resulting in maximum compensation.

Car accidents can lead to various types of injuries which include but are not limited to:

– Whiplash or neck injuries

– Concussions or other traumatic brain injuries

– Fractures and broken bones

– Soft tissue damage (injuries cutting off nerve processes)

– Spinal cord injuries leading to paralysis

Each injury involves itself with different treatments, rehabilitation plans, and recovery times. Consequently, the time taken for filing a claim by an individual will significantly vary depending on the severity of their condition.

Moreover, it’s crucial to remember that Illinois applies comparative fault rules in car accident cases. Under this doctrine:

* If found partially responsible for the accident, your compensation amount may get reduced proportionately.

* You can file for compensation only if you’re less than 50% at fault.

* Insurance adjusters frequently use these rules during negotiation; hence partnering with an experienced lawyer like us would be impactful.

Establishing liability demands vats areas of proof including witness testimonies, photographs from the accident scene, police reports etc., At Carlson Bier we meticulously collect these pieces of evidence to construct a strong case on your behalf fighting off any possible strategies brought up by incoming insurers.

Most importantly – no fees unless victory! At Carlson Bier there’s no upfront payment or costs until after you win your case. We offer Free Case Evaluation where the potential worth of your case can be calculated without any obligations.

Lastly, car accidents don’t just impact victims physically but also mentally and emotionally. Accordingly, an experienced lawyer from our firm will pursue compensation for not only your medical bills but also other damages like pain and suffering, mental anguish, and loss of enjoyment in life.

In any eventuality – whether you are looking to negotiate with your insurance company or have concerns that require a lawsuit – we’re here to help! Jahrmarkt & Associates are dedicated to transforming lives providing genuine client care at each juncture. Dealing with insurance companies can get complex; it’s necessary to interpret the language they use which often becomes complicated for someone who has recently faced trauma.

Navigating through these intimidating processes while juggling medical appointments can become burdensome on you as well as your loved ones. That’s where Carlson Bier steps in!

Grasp on the opportunity whereby you only pay if YOU win – this contingency fee agreement is very advantageous because it allows every injured individual irrespective of their current financial situation to seek justice.

Growing stronger out of car accidents involves speedy recovery coupled with potent legal advisories handling formalities so that you focus mainly on getting better while we handle everything else.

Turn a seemingly daunting situation into positive action. You’ve been involved in a car accident; ever wondered how much could it add up? Anxious about receiving inadequate compensation or struggling with insurers not cooperating?

You won’t know until you try us! Take control over life post-accident by clicking on the button below which facilitates an insightful understanding of what may be entitled for rightful administration.

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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 Patoka

Bike Accidents

Specializing in legal services for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' carelessness or risky conditions.

Thermal Burns

Offering professional legal support for victims of intense burn injuries caused by events or indifference.

Medical Negligence

Extending experienced legal support for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Fault

Taking on cases involving faulty products, extending professional legal help to victims affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Misconduct

Supporting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring protection.

Trip and Fall Incidents

Skilled in addressing trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking recovery for their losses.

Birth Damages

Offering legal guidance for loved ones affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Crashes

Mishaps: Focused on helping sufferers of car accidents gain fair recompense for wounds and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Focused on providing representation for victims involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for damages.

18-Wheeler Collision

Delivering adept legal support for drivers involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for hurts.

Construction Mishaps

Concentrated on advocating for workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Brain Impairments

Focused on ensuring dedicated legal assistance for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Wounds

Adept at managing cases for persons who have suffered injuries from dog bites or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Specializing in legal advocacy for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Loss

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and expert legal services to ensure restitution.

Backbone Injury

Focused on assisting clients with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal support to secure settlement.

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