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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to devastating car accidents in Vandalia, Carlson Bier is the personal injury law firm you can rely on. Our astute team of attorneys understands that taking legal recourse after a car accident requires both legal prowess and compassionate guidance. With extensive experience handling complex vehicular accident cases, we recognize how crucial fair compensation is to cover accrued medical bills, lost wages, and other financial implications following an accident. At Carlson Bier, we work tirelessly to win justice for victims of car accidents through diligent investigation, aggressive negotiation with insurance companies and – when necessary– vigorous courtroom representation. Each case we manage receives personalized attention tailored toward achieving maximum restitution for our clients’ distressing ordeals. We proudly serve all residents who have suffered due to negligent driving while upholding Illinois’ stringent guidelines about physical-office locations’ promotion in compliance with professional ethics regulations set forth by the state’s bar associations. Opt for excellence; choose Carlson Bier as your dedicated Car Accident attorney partner today!

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Car Accident Lawyers in Vandalia Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our experienced personal injury attorneys understand the significant impact a car accident can have on both your physical health and financial wellbeing. If you’re grappling with injuries that arose from a vehicular accident, it’s not uncommon to feel overwhelmed or unsure about your next steps. Our team of dedicated legal professionals is here to guide you through every aspect of Illinois’ complex car accident laws and help you secure the compensation you deserve.

Car accidents often result in considerable financial burdens resulting from hefty medical bills, loss of earning capacity due to disability, property damage and ongoing rehabilitation costs if severe injuries are involved. In such scenarios, it’s imperative that victims consult an adept personal injury attorney who specializes in dealing with car accident situations swiftly.

• Knowledgeable in Liability law: At Carlson Bier, we possess an intricate understanding of liability laws relating to car accidents in Illinois. We offer expert advice on aspects such as comparative negligence that plays a critical role when litigation surfaces.

• Extensive Experience: Leveraging decades worth of collective experience, our skilled lawyers comprehensively handle personal injury cases from unmatched investigative strategies to effective presentation before court juries.

• Contingency Fee Basis: Addressing any cost-related apprehensions tied to hiring quality legal representation; at Carlson Bier we operate under a contingency fee arrangement which means no upfront fees and payment only if the case results in a successful settlement or verdict.

Understanding your rights after suffering injuries from a car crash begins by seeking clarifications pertaining to potential action areas crucial for claim procedures including leverages neighbored around statutes of limitations applied across Illinois state law (typically two years post incident date), situational aspects accounted into shared fault during incidents i.e., modified comparative fault rule implying deduction off damages based on percentage blame allocated among drivers involved plus insurance specifics tailored within state requirements emphasizing upon minimum coverage levels protecting against accidental injury & property losses.

When pursuing claims via insurers becomes challenging due to delay tactics employed or outright denials, the seasoned attorneys at Carlson Beir stand ready to fight for you. We ensure your case progresses effectively across prevalent Illinois-centric negotiation landscapes with our systematic methodologies aimed at timely claims resolution.

The aftermath of car accidents can be devastating clear on the grounds of physical injuries that are visible but equally impactful are non-economic damages that mentally disrupt victims’ post-accident lifestyles adding considerable suffering and hardships. At Carlson Bier we provide necessary legal counsel implementing strategic provisions in making these qualifying losses duly compensated in rightful manner thus alleviating some weight off victim’s shoulders during recovery phase.

Car accidents present critical experiences often leaving victims lost amidst their rights and duties following incidents. Enlisting services from dedicated team of personal injury lawyers representing Carlson Bier gains access for clients seeking detailed clarifications, experienced guidance and personalized claim processing solutions defining a smoother recovery path absolutely beneficial for diverse traumatic situations involving vehicular mishaps.

Much as we sympathize with accident victims going through trauma related physical and emotional turmoil, we also understand that restoring normalcy commences only upon holistic approach unifying strict adherence to law whilst ensuring emotional wellbeing takes precedence maintaining balance throughout proceedings. Our performance metrics anchored on achieving settlement satisfaction goes beyond mere figures reflecting resolute commitment proving an assurance towards each clients’ life improving experience associating with us.

When circumstances seem grim after the unfortunate event of a vehiculo incident, remember Carlson Bier is just a phone call away. You don’t have to face this challenging time alone; get the vigorous advocacy & support that you need to navigate Illinois’ complex legal labyrinths during these trying times. Selecting Carlson Bier means choosing relentless representation committed to securing positive outcomes via expertly executed techniques utilizing depth understanding locked within Illinois auto accident laws thereon translating into substantial compensation levels meted out rightfully attaining desired closure goals gradually moving past roadways’ ordeal.

At the end of it all, every victim wants justice served – they want someone to acknowledge their plight, hold the guilty accountable and help them normalize their life as much as possible post travesty. This is where we step in, as your trusted confidantes and aggressive lawyers determined to win you what you’re legally entitled to.

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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 Vandalia

Pedal Cycle Incidents

Dedicated to legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's negligence or risky conditions.

Burn Damages

Providing professional legal help for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by accidents or recklessness.

Medical Negligence

Ensuring experienced legal support for victims affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Responsibility

Managing cases involving faulty products, supplying adept legal services to victims affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Misconduct

Protecting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble & Fall Occurrences

Specialist in managing trip accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking recovery for their suffering.

Newborn Traumas

Offering legal help for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Collisions: Committed to guiding patients of car accidents gain just remuneration for wounds and harm.

Scooter Incidents

Expert in providing legal advice for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for damages.

Semi Accident

Extending expert legal representation for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for harms.

Worksite Crashes

Dedicated to representing workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or negligence.

Cerebral Injuries

Committed to providing expert legal services for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Traumas

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

Cross-walker Incidents

Specializing in legal services for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Wrongful Fatality

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and adept legal representation to ensure redress.

Spine Harm

Specializing in assisting persons with paralysis, offering specialized legal guidance to secure settlement.

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