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About Carlson Bier Associates

Securing just compensation following a construction site accident demands an experienced and specialized lawyer well versed in Illinois law. If you’ve been involved in any such incidents within Crestwood, Carlson Bier presents as a premier choice when enlisting legal representation. Our attorney group holds notable prestige given their vast knowledge base and successful track record in resolving complex scenarios of personal injury. Being specialists in the field, we thrive on our comprehensive understanding regarding construction accidents’ intricacies – making us exceptional advocates for your rights and claims for compensation. As citizens of this state often wander into unchartered territories while dealing with after-effects of work-related injuries, Carlson Bier simplifies these complications by guiding victims through judicial proceedings to enable rightful settlements reaching every corner including Crestwood residents despite jurisdictional boundaries. We prioritize setting forth crystal clear communication minus any hidden charges towards delivering optimal outcomes for clients suffered from workplace hazards at construction sites all over Illinois.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Crestwood Illinois

As your specialist Illinois-based personal injury legal team, Carlson Bier focuses on protecting the rights of individuals who have endured harm from Construction Site Accidents. We are passionate advocates for the cause of injured workers and those affected by such accidents due to poor site management or safety negligence. At Carlson Bier, we’ve built our reputation on effective representation, meticulous attention to detail, and assertive approach when it comes to safeguarding you and your family.

It’s no secret that construction sites with heavy machinery and intricate structures present a host of potential dangers if not managed correctly. That’s why compliances are in place regarding stringent safety measures so employees can return home unharmed each day. But unfortunately, lapses do occur. Negligence or reckless disregard by contractors or employers could lead to severe injuries —sometimes even death— at a construction site.

Herein lay some important considerations within this domain:

– The Legal Rights Of Workers: Illinois law provides numerous protections for workers injured at their workplace – primarily through Worker’s Compensation benefits.

– Understanding Contributory Negligence: It covers situations where an employee might be partially responsible for the incident but doesn’t necessarily deter a successful claim.

– Liability In Third Party Claims: A contractor/employer is not always solely responsible; third parties can also be held liable in certain instances.

Highlighting these points underscores that Construction Site Accident litigation isn’t just complex – it necessitates expert guidance to wade through its intricacies. This is precisely where our dedicated attorneys stand out as representatives for victims involved in Construction Site Accidents across Illinois.

Making sense of Illinois laws concerning Construction Site Accidents could indeed seem daunting without proper navigation assistance. If you’ve experienced an accidental injury at a construction site owing to another party’s oversight or negligence, there is absolutely no need for you to shoulder this burden alone while struggling with physical pain and emotional stress.

At Carlson Bier, we empathize with our clients’ plight, recognizing the toll it takes on their everyday lives. Our expertise coupled with a genuine concern helps us tenaciously fight for your rights. We are committed to ensuring that our clients receive just compensation not merely for medical expenses but also lost wages, pain and suffering.

Our attorneys leverage their extensive experience within this specialized arena of personal injury law to ensure fair restitution for clients:

– Extensive Investigation: To identify all liable parties.

– In-Depth Case Review: Assessing every aspect of the case under precise legal perimeters.

– Skilled Negotiation: Assertive bargaining with insurers or opposing attorneys.

– Aggressive Trial Representation: Should negotiations fail, we’re pragmatic and assertive litigators.

Knowledge is power – being familiar with your rights and understanding legal procedures goes a long way in seeking justice. Thus, at Carlson Bier we focus on educating our clients about various aspects of personal injury law while providing outstanding legal service par excellence.

Injuries sustained in Construction Site Accidents can be devastating – physically and financially. Our team vigorously pursues claims until they reach a satisfactory resolution because at Carlson Bier, you’re not just another claim number; you’re an individual who deserves justice!

So let’s help you take the first step towards obtaining fair compensation that you rightfully deserve. Take advantage of our wealth of knowledge by clicking on the button below to find out what your case may be worth. At Carlson Bier, where our commitment meets passion for justice, rest assured – we’ve got your back!

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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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Construction Site Accidents FAQ​

The most common causes of construction site accidents in Chicago include:

  • Falls: Falls from heights are the leading cause of fatalities on construction sites.
  • Struck-by accidents: Struck-by accidents occur when workers are hit by falling objects, moving vehicles, or other equipment.
  • Electrocutions: Electrocutions can occur when workers come into contact with live wires or electrical equipment.
  • Caught-in/between accidents: Caught-in/between accidents occur when workers are caught between two moving objects or between a moving object and a stationary object.
  • Overexertion injuries: Overexertion injuries can occur when workers lift heavy objects or perform repetitive tasks.

If you are injured in a construction site 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.
  • Report the accident to your supervisor and to OSHA. OSHA is the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and they are responsible for investigating workplace accidents.
  • Contact a construction site accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a construction site 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 person or company responsible for your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a construction site 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.
  • Loss of enjoyment of life: This includes compensation for the activities you can no longer enjoy as a result of your injuries.
  • Property damage: This includes the cost of repairing or replacing your personal belongings that were damaged in the accident.
  • Punitive damages: These damages are awarded to punish the defendant for egregious or reckless conduct.

The statute of limitations for construction site 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 Crestwood

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Expert in legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Offering adept legal assistance for people of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Medical Misconduct

Delivering specialist legal advice for individuals affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Fault

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, providing professional legal assistance to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Geriatric Neglect

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to neglect in nursing homes environments, ensuring restitution.

Tumble and Fall Accidents

Adept in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to clients seeking justice for their suffering.

Birth Traumas

Offering legal guidance for loved ones affected by medical malpractice resulting in childbirth injuries.

Motor Crashes

Incidents: Devoted to supporting individuals of car accidents get fair settlement for injuries and harm.

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Focused on providing legal advice for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for damages.

Trucking Collision

Offering adept legal support for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful compensation for harms.

Construction Site Mishaps

Focused on assisting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Neurological Injuries

Focused on delivering compassionate legal advice for victims suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Harms

Skilled in addressing cases for victims who have suffered harms from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Committed to legal support for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Unfair Passing

Striving for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying sensitive and expert legal guidance to ensure restitution.

Neural Harm

Expert in advocating for patients with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal guidance to secure recovery.

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