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About Carlson Bier Associates

For those residing in West Peoria, the aftermath of a car accident can be fraught with confusion and distress. Amid these uncertain times, seeking representation from competent Car Accident attorneys is paramount. Carlson Bier sets the benchmark for such crucial legal support. With substantial experience handling an array of cases involving automobile accidents, this exceptional firm holds an unrivalled understanding of Illinois’s complex injury laws. They assertively champion their clients’ rights, working meticulously to secure maximum compensation for medical bills, loss wages and property damage among others- even if it means going against tough opponents or steering through intricate insurance matters. Selecting Carlson Bier as your representative means choosing unwavering dedication towards achieving justice that mirrors your needs and circumstances perfectly; It’s more than just their legal acumen: it paints a picture of unflinching allegiance towards securing the best outcomes for victims dealing with dire repercussions post-car crashes . Trust Carlson Bier when navigating these stressful roads seems daunting – they’ve got your back!

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Car Accident Lawyers in West Peoria Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the ramifications a car crash can bring into your life. From physical injuries to emotional trauma and financial burdens resulting from medical bills, property damage, and lost wages; our proficient team of personal injury attorneys is privy to such challenges, dedicated tirelessly to helping you navigate this most pressing moment in your life.

Our distinguished Illinois-based legal force stands firm on an impressive track record that spans years of offering immeasurable support to individuals who have unjustly suffered due to others’ negligence on our roads. We bear expanded knowledge of Illinois traffic laws and litigation processes relating directly to automobile-related incidents. Exceptional negotiation skills? Yes, we’ve got that well covered too! In the quest for securing rightful compensation, these areas call for careful attention:

• Thorough investigation – An in-depth understanding of the accident scene is a key driver towards establishing liability.

• Detailed evaluation – Understanding fully the extent and implications of sustained injuries forms a crucial part in determining deserving compensation.

• Effective negotiation – Mastery in handling insurance companies with their knack for under-compensation puts us at an advantageous position during claim pursuit.

Your health matters greatly. This is why we strongly recommend seeking immediate medical care following a car accident regardless of how minor it might seem initially. Often, certain symptoms may not appear immediately but become noticeable later prompting further unforeseen treatment costs. Our firm works tenaciously assisting clients get compensated fairly both for current and any future medical expenses arising from the accident.

We pride ourselves on ensuring auto-accident victims receive just settlements which additionally cover lost income during recovery duration as well as pain and suffering endured due to another party’s negligence or recklessness.

Here at Carlson Bier, we believe no one should face accidents aftermath solely on their own while grappling with ill-effects induced by circumstances they had absolutely no control over.

Serving cities like Peoria among other great Illinois locations where our physical offices are housed impresses in us a deeper responsibility to uphold the rights of undeserving accident victims. We strive unfailingly to make the repair process as smooth and facile as possible so you can retain focus on your recovery while we handle all the complex legal demands.

After consciously acknowledging that not every car accident requires an attorney, we strongly advise reaching out to our expert team under these circumstances:

• If severe injury or significant physical damage ensues from the mishap.

• Where disputes arise regarding who’s at fault.

• Encountering resistance or delay from insurance companies causing payment difficulties.

• In case another party involved in the accident lawyers up abruptly.

In such scenarios among others not mentioned but equally weighty, Carlson Bier offers invaluable assistance via free consultation reviewing critical aspects of your case. Allowing you ample room for informed choices ultimately yields excellent results creating an improved experience during difficult times.

Knowledge is powerful! That’s why we’ve strived to pack this page with salient information about car accidents; geared towards arming you adequately when faced with such adversities. However, remember our personal injury attorneys are only a click away whenever additional clarification or counsel becomes necessary!

Your journey towards achieving justice doesn’t have to be laden with uncertainties. Allow our proficient mass of Illinois-based personal injury lawyers walk alongside you providing guidance every step of the way assuring desired outcomes – no more stress over mounting medical bills and repairs costs unfairly meted upon yourself without just cause.

Remember, each case carries unique complexities which decree varying value worth entirely dependent on particular details narrating individual claims. With that realization, do engage us by clicking on the button below for thorough review into your case guided by expertise and empathetic understanding at its best – always committed towards realizing maximum compensation legally permissible.”

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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 West Peoria

Cycling Collisions

Proficient in legal services for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's indifference or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Offering adept legal assistance for victims of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Clinical Incompetence

Ensuring professional legal support for patients affected by hospital malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Accountability

Taking on cases involving problematic products, offering professional legal support to victims affected by faulty goods.

Aged Malpractice

Protecting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in aged care environments, ensuring restitution.

Slip and Slip Injuries

Skilled in handling tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking restitution for their injuries.

Birth Damages

Supplying legal guidance for households affected by medical malpractice resulting in childbirth injuries.

Motor Accidents

Crashes: Concentrated on assisting patients of car accidents receive reasonable remuneration for harms and harm.

Bike Incidents

Dedicated to providing representation for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

Trucking Collision

Ensuring experienced legal advice for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for harms.

Building Site Mishaps

Committed to representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Head Harms

Specializing in extending compassionate legal support for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Traumas

Proficient in tackling cases for persons who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or animal assaults.

Jogger Crashes

Committed to legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Unjust Loss

Working for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and expert legal support to ensure fairness.

Spine Harm

Expert in representing victims with backbone trauma, offering professional legal assistance to secure redress.

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