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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to law firms with a specialization in personal injury related car accidents, you can’t get any better than Carlson Bier. Based in Illinois, our firm has earned a stellar reputation for advocacy and reliability that continues to resonate within the legal community. Car accidents can be traumatic events leading to serious injuries, extensive hospital stays or worse; they require adept expertise of attorneys who are well versed in this area of law. At Carlson Bier, our experienced team meticulously navigates the complexities surrounding auto accident lawsuits while ensuring maximum compensation for your hardship through negotiation or litigation if need be.

Our thorough understanding of Illinois State legislation ensures we effectively represent your interests irrespective of where you live within the state including Fulton City. It’s not about where we are located – but rather what we can do for you because at Carlson Bier, justice is more than a word; it’s an assertion that drives us relentlessly forward on behalf of those wrongfully inflicted by car accidents’ recklessness and negligence. Trusting us means engaging unparalleled commitment and fierce representation tailor-made for success.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Fulton Illinois

At the distinguished law firm of Carlson Bier, we specialize in providing unparalleled legal representation for personal injury victims, particularly those involved in car accidents. With a profound dedication to safeguarding our clients’ rights, our team of sharp-witted attorneys effortlessly navigates the complex process that ensues after a vehicular mishap. Rooted in Illinois, we take immense pride in our unwavering commitment to justice.

Car accidents can be life-altering events that not only impact your health but also have far-reaching financial implications. When you are faced with such circumstances, it becomes overwhelmingly important to understand your legal rights and available avenues for compensation. That’s where the seasoned professionals at Carlson Bier step in – anchoring you with robust guidance through this challenging phase.

We acknowledge that no two automobile collisions are alike, each unique instance fraught with its specific nuances. Hence, handling such cases requires meticulous attention to detail and an extensive understanding of traffic laws and regulations applicable within Illinois jurisdiction.

• The factors contributing to the accident: This includes anything from harsh weather conditions, driver negligence (e.g., drunk driving or distracted driving), technical faults with vehicles involved etc.

• Establishing liability: It involves determining who was legally responsible for causing the damage.

• Interaction with insurance companies: Effective communication helps secure necessary compensation without any undue hurdles.

• Filing lawsuits: If necessary as per your case requirements

Striving beyond merely decoding legislature jargon for our clients, we aim to empower them by helping realize their entitlements after an accident. Skilfully consolidating even arcane loopholes prevailing on the legal landscape into a comprehensible narrative is what differentiates us at Carlson Bier from our counterparts.

In assessing damages suffered due to someone else’s negligence behind the wheel, one must take both obvious repercussions such as physical trauma and less palpable ones like loss of wages or mental distress into account:

After those initial exhausting moments following an auto-accident, many victims don’t realize what their personal injury claim may be worth. You never just suffer physical pain; the psychological and emotional trauma are often as devastating, if not more. Combine that with escalating medical bills, repair costs for your vehicle or even an inability to resume work – the lasting impact of such an incident can be overwhelming.

Navigating such a winding landscape bristling with possible pitfalls might seem daunting but having competent legal aid like us by your side makes it infinitely easier. With probing expertise born out of rigorous study and diverse experience, our team creates compelling narratives around each case facilitating optimal recovery for clients.

At Carlson Bier, we firmly believe in standing up for those wronged by carelessness on roads and highways in Illinois. Our meticulously curated system prioritizes clear communication through every step of your legal journey – we leave no question unanswered and no stone unturned when championing justice for you.

Finally, readers seeking exceptional legal representation after car accident injuries should remember that analyzing the full value of their cases requires comprehensive knowledge about Illinois’s specific laws. They should consider leveraging professional help to seamlessly navigate this process without missing out on any prospective compensations due to them. While we’re always here to assist you comprehensively with the various facets of personal injury law within this state context, why not start by clicking the button below? Get an estimate about what your case is worth right now — our commitment lies in bringing transparency from our first interaction onwards.

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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 Fulton

Bike Accidents

Expert in legal representation for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others' carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Burn Injuries

Providing specialist legal services for victims of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Hospital Negligence

Extending dedicated legal assistance for patients affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Obligation

Dealing with cases involving defective products, supplying adept legal services to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Mistreatment

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to mistreatment in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Trip & Stumble Incidents

Professional in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking justice for their damages.

Childbirth Damages

Supplying legal aid for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Collisions: Concentrated on helping individuals of car accidents secure reasonable remuneration for harms and damages.

Motorbike Incidents

Focused on providing legal assistance for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring just recovery for harm.

18-Wheeler Incident

Providing specialist legal representation for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate claims for damages.

Construction Collisions

Dedicated to supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Cerebral Injuries

Specializing in offering expert legal services for persons suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Damages

Expertise in addressing cases for persons who have suffered injuries from dog bites or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Crashes

Dedicated to legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Death

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

Backbone Harm

Focused on defending patients with backbone trauma, offering expert legal support to secure compensation.

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