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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’ve encountered an unfortunate mishap in a construction environment, Carlson Bier understands your distress and is there to help navigate through the complex legalities. Our forte resides in Construction Site Accident law within Illinois, maintaining a solid track record of success throughout Cahokia. We are well-versed with the intricacies of laws governing workplace accidents, especially those involving construction sites. As specialists in managing compensation cases stemming from such instances, we at Carlson Bier have helped countless clients secure rightful settlements following harrowing experiences onsite​. Being attentive listeners and fierce legal advocates for our clients makes us an ideal choice for victims seeking justice against negligent parties responsible for their suffering on constructions sites. Rigorously trained to prioritize client interest above all else employing ethical practices alongside strong strategic planning paves the path towards our consistent positive verdicts​​​​​.

Carlson Bier assures expert guidance during challenging times necessitating competent attorney support. Turn to us when you need steadfast champions representing your rights after a Construction Site Accident – trust us as allies committed to asserting your case perceptive to its unique circumstances earnestly across Illinois while focusing specifically around Cahokia’s residents’ best interest.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Cahokia Illinois

Understanding the nuances of construction site accidents can empower you to take appropriate action if you ever become an unfortunate victim. Carlson Bier is a distinguished law firm, based out of Illinois, specializing in personal injury cases with particular expertise in the area of Construction Site Accidents.

Construction sites are inherently risky environments, often riddled with potential hazards that can lead to serious injuries or even fatalities. A few common types of construction site accidents include falls from height, machinery accidents, electrocutions, and being struck by falling objects. Specifying these incidents serves as a constant reminder about just how dangerous these work zones can be and underline the importance of proper safety measures.

• Falls from Height: Workers on scaffolding or ladders are at risk due to insufficient fall protection measures.

• Machinery Accidents: Those operating large equipment might face risks arising from unguarded machinery parts.

• Electrocutions: Instances where proper grounding and insulation aren’t maintained exposes workers to electric shocks.

• Struck by Falling Objects: Inadequate securing procedures for tools and materials at heights can result in accident casualties.

Navigating through legalities following an accident requires specialized knowledge – which is where we come into play. At Carlson Bier, we have guided countless clients like you towards securing sound verdicts in their favor after having been subjected to construction site crisis scenarios.

One crucial aspect for victims ought to understand is – who’s responsible? The answer isn’t simply limited to your employer but potentially includes negligent contractors/subcontractors or faulty equipment manufacturers too. These entities might all share accountability depending upon specific circumstances prevailing when the accident occurred.

Deciphering which entity owes legal duty involves dissecting whether they had control over the injury cause, should’ve known about the existing hazard – among other criteria that may be too complex for a victim under duress but not unbeknownst for seasoned lawyers at Carlson Bier! We’ll painstakingly investigate every facet linked with your trauma originating from any minor to major lapses in observing standard construction safety protocols.

The compensation obtained can cover medical bills, loss of wages, mental anguish and if need be, wrongful death claims. While no dollar amount can truly remedy the pain, seeking legal recourse for your losses is a step towards rebuilding your life post-accident.

When pursuing a case linked with Construction Site Accidents, time is of essence!State laws stipulate specific limitations within which victims must file a lawsuit – called Statute of Limitations – another key aspect our lawyers meticulously factor while building your case.

The advent of an accident often rings chaos making it too easy for victims to miss critical deadlines – this predicament escalates two-fold when they must also attend medical treatments simultaneously. Carlson Bier attempts to ease out these complexities by handling all legal maneuvering so you don’t have to engage directly until absolutely necessary!

Life after enduring such accidents becomes unrecognizable; injuries aren’t merely physical but come laced with emotional scarring that may last even longer than visible wounds.Together at Carlson Bier we stand dedicated not solely for seeking rightful remuneration but ultimately aim towards restoring semblance of ‘normalcy’ back in surface again.

In short, selecting nurturers disguised as stalwart personal injury lawyers will always have a lasting impact on your restoration journey. We hope this detailed overview sheds light on intricacies surrounding otherwise daunting subject matter.

Considering moving forth? Our empathetic yet aggressive team at Carlson Bier is just a click away. Don’t remain entangled within overwhelming thoughts; let us take over while you focus on recovery. Empower yourself further about how Illinois law applies specifically to the circumstances of YOUR accident – tap into the button below to initiate a free evaluation determining what financial settlement could possibly be owed for Your unique case!

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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 Cahokia

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or dangerous conditions.

Scald Injuries

Supplying adept legal support for individuals of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Medical Negligence

Delivering experienced legal assistance for persons affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Fault

Taking on cases involving faulty products, extending professional legal assistance to victims affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Neglect

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble & Slip Mishaps

Professional in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking redress for their harm.

Childbirth Traumas

Supplying legal guidance for families affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Collisions: Concentrated on helping individuals of car accidents gain equitable payout for damages and damages.

Bike Accidents

Dedicated to providing representation for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

Trucking Collision

Extending expert legal representation for individuals involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for injuries.

Construction Site Collisions

Dedicated to advocating for workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Impairments

Dedicated to extending compassionate legal support for victims suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Harms

Specialized in dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered harms from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Specializing in legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Loss

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, providing sensitive and professional legal support to ensure justice.

Spine Trauma

Specializing in advocating for persons with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal assistance to secure redress.

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