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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’re scouring the web for a reputable car accident attorney, we encourage you to consider Carlson Bier. Our team of experienced lawyers is tremendously proficient in managing and achieving success with cases related to automobile accidents. We prioritize your well-being and provide strategic legal assistance throughout Illinois, including for Galesburg residents overwhelmed by unfortunate vehicular incidents. Every individual client’s needs are taken into account at every step, making us an excellent partner in pursuing adequate compensation for any damages incurred during car collisions. This renowned expertise, combined with decades of unyielding dedication helping families secure their rights after traumatic ordeals on the road ahead make us a top choice among law practices specializing in auto-related personal injuries. Therefore when anxieties surge post-accident regarding daunting legalities always remember that Carlson Bier remains committed – ready to represent your interests vigilantly while empowering clients not just through resolute advocacy but also compassionate understanding every mile of the way.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Galesburg Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our skilled team of personal injury attorneys adeptly navigates the complex legal landscape of car accident cases to ensure that our clients in Illinois gain the compensation they deserve. We are dedicated to protecting your rights and delivering results.

Car accidents can have far-reaching consequences, with victims often facing physical pain, emotional distress, and financial hardship. In such dire circumstances, you might feel overwhelmed by insurance claims and medical bills. That’s where we step in; with Carlson Bier on your side, you’re never alone.

• Profound understanding of car accident law: The attorneys at Carlson Bier have a deep expertise in Illinois’ unique automobile laws. Our extensive knowledge enables us to build robust cases against negligent drivers or entities.

• Comprehensive claim management: From managing communications with insurance companies to calculating appropriate compensation values, every aspect is meticulously undertaken leaving no room for doubt or dispute.

• Unwavering commitment: Our client-focused approach ensures transparency throughout the process. You will be kept informed at every stage – decisions are made together as we believe that collaboration bears fruitful results.

Untangling the web of car accident litigation requires both competence and compassion; qualities that define each attorney at Carlson Bier – we are here to offer guidance and reassurance during this tough time in your life.

Inadequate legal representation could mean settling for less than what’s rightfully due to you post an unfortunate incident like a car crash. Selecting a proficient attorney who comprehends all intricacies related to these incidents could be pivotal for your case outcome. At Carlson Bier, our goal is ensuring *full* recovery – medically, emotionally and financially!

We firmly acknowledge that each car accident case has its unique facets – whether it involves issues about liability determination or considerations around comparative negligence under Illinois law. Factors such as these accentuate how indispensable a personal injury lawyer becomes following an auto collision:

•Mitigation against shirking insurance adjusters: Insurance companies are often not on your side and will employ tactics to reduce settlements. Our attorneys can counter these maneuvers, advocating for the fairest possible settlement.

•Evidence gathering: We’re knowledgeable in auto accident investigations, capable of collecting vital evidences including police reports, witness testimonials, and medical records.

•Skillful negotiation: Failing to secure an apt resolution outside court doesn’t deter us since we have both the experience and the tenacity to take matters into trial if necessary.

Navigating life after a car accident can be daunting. Thankfully, our team is prepared to handle every challenge that comes along. Guided by commitment and fueled by determination, we stand resolute against any hurdles preventing you from receiving justice! These commitments set apart Carlson Bier as a beacon for victims seeking compensation after traumatic car incidents.

Don’t let your rights be violated because you couldn’t access professional help at this pivotal stage of your life. If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident due to someone else’s negligence causing personal injury in Illinois or surrounding areas, do not hesitate – time is of essence!

At Carlson Bier, our experienced team provides unparalleled legal assistance without compromising on empathy or rapport with clients. Because beyond all legalities and paperwork – we care about YOU first!

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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 Galesburg

Bicycle Collisions

Dedicated to legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Scald Wounds

Giving professional legal advice for individuals of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Clinical Misconduct

Delivering expert legal advice for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Products Liability

Handling cases involving defective products, providing professional legal guidance to clients affected by defective items.

Elder Neglect

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring fairness.

Trip & Tumble Accidents

Specialist in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking justice for their damages.

Childbirth Traumas

Offering legal support for loved ones affected by medical malpractice resulting in infant injuries.

Auto Crashes

Collisions: Focused on aiding sufferers of car accidents obtain equitable recompense for hurts and damages.

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Specializing in providing legal assistance for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Truck Crash

Delivering experienced legal representation for victims involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing fair recovery for hurts.

Building Mishaps

Dedicated to advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Harms

Dedicated to providing dedicated legal assistance for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Traumas

Proficient in managing cases for clients who have suffered damages from dog bites or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Dedicated to legal assistance for joggers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering damages.

Unfair Loss

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, supplying understanding and experienced legal services to ensure justice.

Spine Harm

Dedicated to defending victims with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal guidance to secure recovery.

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