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About Carlson Bier Associates

Experience a construction site accident in Hyde Park? Trust Carlson Bier, your committed advocate for justice. Our dedicated team of accomplished personal injury attorneys understands the challenges and intricacies involved in handling such cases. We have built our reputation on providing efficient, effective legal representation tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Carrying a remarkable track record, we are adept at navigating through complicated insurance claims processes and diligently fighting to secure deserved compensation for victims. Our prowess lies not just in our knowledge but also our approach; we ensure every detail is meticulously examined, backed by intensive research and investigation supported by technical experts when necessary. It’s this thoroughness that sets us apart from others- it helps us equip ourselves better against potential defenses often put up by insurance companies or erring corporate entities involved in these incidents resulting even higher successful outcomes for clients like you. With Carlson Bier representing you post your unfortunate construction site accident, be assured that your claim is being pursued capable hands delivering optimum results.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Hyde Park Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier – your trusted personal injury attorney group in Illinois, specializing in Construction Site Accident law. At Carlson Bier, we understand the litany of hazards that workers potentially face at construction sites – heavy machinery accidents, falls from high platforms, electrocutions and more. It is crucial for you to be knowledgeable about your legal rights should an unfortunate incident happen.

Let us delve deeper into the world of construction site accident law – a field that has been our forte for years and where we have achieved considerable success for our clients. In Illinois, one-fortieth of all workplace accidents occur at construction sites showing how menacingly common these instances are. With nuances various elements like Workers Compensation, Third-party liability claims or Product Liability claims under its ambit, understanding construction site accident law can navigate you towards securing rightful compensation.

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines play a vital role when investigating any construction site accident:

• OSHA’s role becomes imperative as their regulations not only provide safety standards but also define employer responsibilities when it comes to providing safe conditions on-site.

• Violations of OSHA rules directly impact liability settlements.

• Claims require thorough investigation determining if proper safety measures were in place which aligns with OSHA parameters.

We aim our lawyering skills at ensuring maximum accountability – often involving multiple parties including site owners, architects and engineers, machine manufacturers or different contractors involved in various aspects of work. Our pursuit does not end at championing injured workers’ rights; it extends to family members who might hold an entitlement due to wrongful death caused by such mishaps as well.

With circumstances unique to every case and a statute of limitations defining timelines for filing a lawsuit post-injury – professional legal advice becomes indispensable during such crisis times – this is where Carlson Bier assumes prominence:

• By assessing evidence meticulously

• Conducting thorough investigations

• Negotiating fiercely with insurance companies

• Preparing comprehensive cases for litigation, should the need arise.

At Carlson Bier, we have a proven track record of asserting our clients’ rights and acquiring deserved compensation. Our years of experience coupled with our unparalleled expertise in construction site accident law render us your reliable partner during such distressing times. Our attorneys are available around-the-clock to discuss potential claims or answer any questions pertaining to your case figuring out strategies tailored optimally for success.

Navigating legal challenges during times of personal injury can be daunting, adding to an already stressful situation. At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on being more than just lawyers – We are advocates who understand that personalised attention and compassionate handling are as important as legal proficiency when dealing with traumatised victims or their families. This approach has made us one of the most respected names in Illinois when it comes to representing individuals involved in construction site accidents.

Remember – you shouldn’t feel alone or overwhelmed despite catastrophes becoming realities. The team at Carlson Bier is here to provide clarity amidst the chaos, helping safeguard your interests ensuring justice not denying you due rightfulness. Click on the button below now; let’s together unfold the possibility of turning unfortunate circumstances into undisputed victories – because every case counts and what it’s worth matters!

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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 Hyde Park

Bicycle Crashes

Dedicated to legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Giving expert legal services for people of severe burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Physician Malpractice

Providing specialist legal support for patients affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Responsibility

Addressing cases involving unsafe products, delivering professional legal assistance to individuals affected by defective items.

Geriatric Malpractice

Protecting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to neglect in elderly care environments, ensuring fairness.

Stumble & Trip Mishaps

Skilled in handling stumble accident cases, providing legal services to victims seeking redress for their injuries.

Neonatal Damages

Offering legal assistance for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Auto Crashes

Collisions: Concentrated on supporting individuals of car accidents receive appropriate settlement for injuries and harm.

Scooter Incidents

Focused on providing legal services for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

Truck Incident

Delivering expert legal services for persons involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for hurts.

Construction Site Accidents

Concentrated on representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Impairments

Dedicated to delivering compassionate legal support for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Traumas

Skilled in addressing cases for persons who have suffered harms from dog bites or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Mishaps

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

Unfair Passing

Striving for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, providing sensitive and experienced legal assistance to ensure restitution.

Spine Harm

Focused on advocating for patients with backbone trauma, offering professional legal guidance to secure settlement.

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