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When faced with the grave implications of a car accident, Carlson Bier becomes your reliable fortress amidst adversity. Our sterling reputation as outstanding personal injury lawyers extends to North Center due to our unparalleled commitment and expansive expertise in handling car accidents cases. Every car accident victim deserves fair representation coupled with unfailing support – these values are instilled at the heart of Carlson Bier practice ethos. Our track record speaks volumes for our dexterity; we’ve consistently secured optimal settlements expediently for countless clients following their automobile mishaps. Adept at tackling complex legalities, we spare no effort in meticulously unearthing every fact pertinent to our client’s circumstances while ensuring total compliance with Illinois laws.We’re known adept negotiators staunch in representing client interests till justice is rendered swiftly.Our proficiency bridges geographical distances effectively,vouching why individuals requiring superior counsel after Car Accidents understand that engaging the acumen of Carlson Bier adds immense value,bearing testament on how incomparable we continue being when it comes providing fervent dedication towards clients’ absolute peace of mind.

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Car Accident Lawyers in North Center Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on being a dedicated personal injury law firm serving the great state of Illinois. Our robust understanding and rich experience in handling car accident cases underscore our credentials as reliable advocates working tirelessly to protect your rights and secure just compensation for you. When you entrust your case to us, we ensure that every detail counts.

Car accidents can lead to significant physical injuries ranging from minor abrasions to life-altering traumatic injuries. Legal steps following a car accident may seem overwhelming as victims grapple with medical concerns and insurance discussions at the same time. This is where Carlson Bier intervenes and lifts that weight off your shoulders.

• We Prep Your Case: Preparing a case demands meticulous attention to numerous pieces of information – accident site details, eyewitness accounts, police reports – just to name a few. At Carlson Bier, even minute details are thoroughly scrutinized for potential evidence.

• Advocacy During Medical Treatment: With your well-being as our primary concern, we provide relentless advocacy through the course of your medical treatment ensuring that you receive the quality care necessary for recovery.

• Negotiations with Insurance Companies: Insurance companies have their interests fronting attempts to minimize payouts or deny claims altogether. Ensuring fair compensation requires expertise in negotiating with these insurance companies—a role we fulfill aggressively defending your best interest.

Car accident laws vary across states; hence each jurisdiction has its unique aspects related to filing claims and obtaining compensations. As part of providing an enriching reading experience here is some important educational content about Car Accidents Laws in Illinois:

Illinois law stipulates you must file an accident report if there’s over $1,500 worth of damage or anyone’s injured; failing this could result in suspension of driving privileges.

When it comes to assigning faults in accidents, Illinois uses ‘Modified Comparative Fault Rule’. It means that if found partially at fault for an accident (say 20%), then any compensation received would be reduced by your fault amount (a $10,000 compensation drops to $8,000).

Illinois has a statute of limitations for personal injury claims from car accidents – you only have two years from the accident date to file a lawsuit.

On Illinois roads, distracted driving is increasingly becoming problematic and deemed as negligence which leads to innumerable accidents every year.

In Illinois, Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage is mandatory with the policy limits not less than the legislated minimum of $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident.

Car Accident victims need legal guidance steeped in understanding the intricate Illinois car laws besides compassionate yet firm representation. At Carlson Bier, we embody just that: comprehensive knowledge base paired with seasoned advocacy skills committed to championing your case. Overcoming the aftermath of an accident can be arduous – emotionally, physically, and financially. Relax knowing our team will navigate these complexities allowing you space to focus on healing while protecting your rights tenaciously.

We invite you now to discover how much your case could potentially be worth by clicking the button below. Get acquainted about possible compensations for damages—whether tangible or intangible—to get a clearer picture of what recovery might look like for you. Your journey towards fair restitution starts here with us at Carlson Bier. We advocate passionately maintaining utmost ethical standards grounded in fact-based proficiency distinctively poised meeting challenges head-on making sure every client feels valued and represented accurately—for justice may seem delayed but never denied!

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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 North Center

Cycling Crashes

Focused on legal services for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's lack of care or unsafe conditions.

Fire Injuries

Extending expert legal help for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Healthcare Malpractice

Providing experienced legal support for patients affected by clinical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Items Responsibility

Managing cases involving defective products, extending adept legal assistance to clients affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Abuse

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in aged care environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble and Trip Mishaps

Skilled in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking justice for their suffering.

Childbirth Wounds

Extending legal assistance for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Motor Incidents

Crashes: Dedicated to aiding patients of car accidents secure fair compensation for injuries and losses.

Scooter Accidents

Specializing in providing legal assistance for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

Big Rig Accident

Extending specialist legal services for drivers involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for injuries.

Building Incidents

Concentrated on defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or recklessness.

Head Injuries

Committed to ensuring compassionate legal representation for persons suffering from cerebral injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Wounds

Skilled in managing cases for victims who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Crashes

Dedicated to legal advocacy for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Unfair Demise

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and experienced legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Dedicated to supporting clients with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal services to secure recovery.

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