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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the aftermath of an automobile accident, it can be overwhelming to navigate through the myriad complexities and legal hurdles that follow. Enlisting a strong ally in these situations is crucial; Carlson Bier’s distinguished Car Accident Attorney Group possesses both committed advocacy and proven expertise. Serving Watseka and its surrounding communities, we dedicate our work to pursuing justice for victims who endure pain, loss or injury due to vehicular crashes. We strive relentlessly, investigating every minute detail related to your case right from collecting evidence on-site, liaising with medical professionals regarding injuries sustained by you/your loved ones up until negotiating settlements or taking things into trial if necessary! Our attentive involvement will leave no stone unturned – irrevocably establishing us as your strongest defender against insurance companies’ tactics aimed at diminishing your rightful compensation. A sterling precedent of successful claim assignments makes us stand out amongst itinerary lawyers alike!

Drive safely knowing that should accidents happen- Carlson Bier-your staunch advocate awaits ready vouchee till justice prevails!

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Car Accident Lawyers in Watseka Illinois

Navigating the complexities of a car accident situation alone can be both distressing and overwhelming. This is where Carlson Bier, your trusted Illinois personal injury attorney group, steps in to ensure that you get the most rightful support and compensation. The dedicated team at our law firm has extensive experience handling various automotive crash incidents adeptly, defending clients’ interests with absolute zeal and diligence.

Being involved in a car accident could lead to substantial mental trauma alongside physical injuries. A plethora of associated costs also need to be taken into account – medical bills, loss of income due to inability to work, vehicle repair or replacement expenditures…the list goes on. In such trying times, a helping hand from an expert personal injury lawyer is immensely useful for regaining stability in life.

Our primary focus is guiding victims through the aftermath of accidents by educating them about crucial aspects:

• Knowing their rights: Victims often aren’t aware of their legal entitlements post-accident. We help our clients understand what they rightfully deserve.

• Dealing with insurance companies: Insurance corporations are notorious for denying fair compensations. Our attorneys possess the knack for making these entities deliver what’s owed to you.

• Building strong cases: Leveraging fact-based evidence appropriately contributes immensely towards delivering justice.

Importantly at Carlson Bier, every client interaction begins with empathetic listening rather than presumption-filled assumptions. Through careful listening combined with vast hands-on expertise dealing with traffic incident claims cases across the length and breadth of Illinois state, we present tailored strategies that best serve individual needs.

One significant trait setting us apart from other firms is how deeply we believe in comprehensive education before proceeding further. Henceforth, while approaching any case involving vehicular mishaps – whether it involves cars or heavy commercial vehicles – we ensure our client understands all relevant laws and guidelines distinctly.

Statistics reveal that annually there’s a high occurrence frequency for motor vehicle accidents within Illinois borders indicating potential significance impact severity on residents’ lives. Tackling legal aspects involved in accidents becomes vital, but dealing with it yourself can cause unnecessary stress and frustration.

The Carlson Bier team is equipped to inoculate you from this strain by stepping into your shoes and facing the law on your behalf. Moreover, paying heed to Illinois’s stringent advertising laws, we’re committed to providing genuine services confined within physical office regions ensuring every claim of ours is backed by solid foundational legality induction instead of distasteful promotional exaggeration.

Our philosophy revolves around delivering justice rather than indulging in unethical advertisement exploits portraying nonexistent office locations. Thus each client can rest assured about being served through honest means reflecting our respect for the law we pledge ourselves to uphold.

Complex as it may seem initially navigating car accident legalities principally amounts to understanding and exercising fundamentally beneficial rights efficiently. Given such scenarios call for experienced external aid our personal injury lawyers take pride in making a difference utilizing comprehensive year-long practical knowledge establishing statutes references beneficially impacting final judgment outcomes significantly favorably influenced stretched across specific case circumstances endowing clients rightfully deserving compensations besides importantly restoring their faith over legal system efficacies from grim traffic strife aftermaths moving beyond towards cherishing fresh beginnings glorified inside normalcy restored life realms.

No one should have to face the consequences of a car accident single-handedly, especially when professional help is just a click away. Understanding exactly how much your case could be worth will enable you to build tangible expectations around potential compensation avenues that could be explored.

With the ideal blend of dedication, resolve, knowledge and experience backing us at Carlson Bier -the choice of representation gets simplified exceptionally. Click on the button below now – let us demonstrate how effectively we wield law power shaping brighter post-accident futures inviting renewed hope-infused tomorrows amid confounding present crossroads testimony-affirming why trusting us remains indeed best feasible choice within resiliently enduring processes surrounding car accident derived personal injury cases.

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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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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 Watseka

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or risky conditions.

Thermal Damages

Supplying professional legal support for victims of major burn injuries caused by incidents or recklessness.

Physician Negligence

Delivering professional legal assistance for clients affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Liability

Addressing cases involving problematic products, providing skilled legal services to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Geriatric Neglect

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in aged care environments, ensuring protection.

Tumble & Slip Incidents

Adept in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal support to individuals seeking compensation for their damages.

Newborn Injuries

Supplying legal support for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Accidents

Incidents: Committed to aiding victims of car accidents gain reasonable settlement for harms and damages.

Bike Mishaps

Focused on providing legal support for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for damages.

Truck Incident

Providing expert legal services for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful recompense for hurts.

Construction Incidents

Concentrated on advocating for staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Brain Traumas

Focused on delivering professional legal advice for victims suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Damages

Skilled in addressing cases for clients who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Committed to legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering compensation.

Wrongful Demise

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and adept legal assistance to ensure restitution.

Spine Harm

Specializing in advocating for patients with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal representation to secure settlement.

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