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About Carlson Bier Associates

Car accidents can lead to stressful times. In the swirl of insurance claims, police reports and medical bills, securing expert legal advice ensures your rights are protected. Opt for Carlson Bier – an astute group of experienced car accident attorneys ready to navigate you through the labyrinthine world of vehicular law in Kansas. Their keen understanding of state-specific regulations enables them to provide top-rate representation tailored specifically for those dealing with disastrous unexpected highway incidents in our Sunflower State.

Boasting a rich history handling complex automobile litigation matters, they strive relentlessly toward securing maximum compensation for clients’ injuries and damages. As compassionate consultants as well as persistent advocates, at Carlson Bier, client satisfaction remains paramount.

Do not grapple alone against powerful insurance corporations intent on denying or minimizing rightful compensations after an accident occurred on Kansas roads: draw upon proven expertise from this reputable Illinois-based law firm while dealing with such legalities instead – let Carlson Bier be your trusted partner during these challenging episodes; experience first-hand their commitment towards managing every case effectively yet empathetically.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Kansas Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are not just attorneys. We pride ourselves on being experts in personal injury law who also excel at ensuring injured people receive the advocacy they need and deserve after an unfortunate car accident. Located right here in Illinois, we understand the local laws and nuances that can directly impact your case’s results.

Car accidents come with severe repercussions that go beyond physical damage to your vehicle. There is a risk of sustaining significant injuries which may include broken bones, burns, whiplash, nerve damages or even permanent disability. From dealing with emotional trauma to facing monetary struggles due to hefty medical bills and lost wages from time off work – there is a cascading effect in one’s life following a collision. The experience becomes worse when you have to negotiate with insurance companies for compensation on your own.

Here at Carlson Bier, our expert team equips you with legal support necessary during such strenuous times. Our primary focus rests upon ensuring you do not have to stress about the legal side of things but instead channel your energy into recovery.

• Proving liability: It is vital to establish who was at fault; this could involve eyewitness statements, traffic cam footage or police reports.

• Insurance dealings: Navigating through the complexities of insurance claims without professional expertise might lead to inadequate compensation.

• Assessing damages: Quantifying financial losses like medical expenses & lost wages along side non-economic damages – pain & suffering requires detailed analysis from professionals.

• Compiling evidence: Solidly built cases rely on strong supporting evidence collected meticulously.Judging steps including proving negligence occurred & it led directly/indirectly towards impacting health status/income etc.do require skilled attention.

Quality representation tips scales favorably during settlement negotiations/court proceeding resulting in better outcomes.

In our years of operation as a personal injury law firm in Illinois, we’ve represented individuals from all walks of life impacted by car accidents—this includes pedestrians hit by reckless drivers, passengers in rideshare vehicles, bicyclists, and motorcyclists. We understand that every case is unique, each bearing its own set of complexities. Revolutionizing client care to personalize approaches – our approach combines empathy with aggressive litigation skills.

Ongoing education about the rights and legal options available for car accident victims is one of our topmost priorities at Carlson Bier. It enables us to empower our clients, equipping them with knowledge pertinent to their specific situations. Our dedicated attorneys work diligently along side individuals towards realizing compensation they are duly entitled for.

The aftermath following a serious car accident can make you feel like your world’s turned upside down – but it doesn’t have to be this way. With the right professional support from an experienced personal injury attorney group like Carlson Bier, you too can reclaim control over life; getting justice served becomes not just a quest but now totally achievable targets.

Navigating through these times alone might be challenging – we urge you not to steer such difficult course without expert guidance by your side- remember it’s never too late to seek help as long as there’s hope clinging on human spirits alongside efforts picking pace curbing adversity encountered during lifelong journey!

With Carlson Bier providing personal injury law assistance in Illinois– wonders might eventually unfurl unraveling surprises! Explore more about how our commitment towards representing everyday people could potentially change lives post encountering fateful accidents- serving purpose beyond what eye meets superficially – details elaborated thoroughly clicking button below… find out just how much your case could really worth!

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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 Kansas

Bike Incidents

Expert in legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others' carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Providing specialist legal services for sufferers of serious burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Hospital Incompetence

Offering dedicated legal support for patients affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Liability

Addressing cases involving faulty products, extending adept legal guidance to consumers affected by harmful products.

Aged Abuse

Advocating for the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to neglect in senior centers environments, ensuring fairness.

Tumble & Fall Incidents

Adept in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking restitution for their damages.

Neonatal Harms

Supplying legal help for loved ones affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Auto Accidents

Accidents: Dedicated to aiding victims of car accidents secure just payout for harms and destruction.

Scooter Accidents

Focused on providing representation for victims involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for damages.

18-Wheeler Crash

Providing adept legal representation for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for injuries.

Worksite Mishaps

Concentrated on representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or carelessness.

Head Harms

Focused on offering professional legal services for persons suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Damages

Adept at managing cases for people who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Collisions

Expert in legal assistance for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Unjust Demise

Fighting for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying sensitive and experienced legal assistance to ensure redress.

Spine Damage

Expert in assisting patients with backbone trauma, offering professional legal representation to secure compensation.

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