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When facing the aftermath of a pedestrian accident in Barrington Hills, you need expert legal support. Look no further than Carlson Bier—your experienced advocate for personal injury law. We understand the unique intricacies of pedestrian accidents. Our legal representation goes beyond just knowledge; we empathize with our clients’ distress and take it upon ourselves to ease their burden. Being victimized by reckless road-users can be life-altering, putting physical, emotional and financial strains on victims and their families alike.

At Carlson Bier, we believe in paving the way for rightful justice by holding accountable those who recklessly infringe your right as a pedestrian to safe roads.

To us at Carlson Bier, results matter! With an impressive track record that showcases significant settlements secured for countless injured pedestrians over time—choosing us equals entrusting yourself to capable hands! Peterson accidents require specialized negotiation tactics: ones perfected over decades worth of experience here at Carlson Bier Attorney Group – your trusted ally under Illinois Law! Trust fairness; trust relentless advocacy; trust Carlson Bier!

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Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Barrington Hills Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we excel in the pursuit of justice for individuals who have unfortunately faced pedestrian accidents. Personal injury law can be complex and overwhelming, especially when you are dealing with an incident that has turned your life around. Our dedicated team of Illinois-based personal injury lawyers is committed to empowering our clients’ rights as pedestrians; navigating them through each legal step with expertise and empathetic guidance.

Pedestrian accidents often bear severe repercussions in victims’ lives, causing physical injuries, emotional trauma, financial burdens due to medical bills or loss of income, and sometimes even long-term disability. Understanding the extent of your entitlement under Illinois law refines your ability to claim adequate compensation from those responsible accurately.

Several key elements must be demonstrated to establish fault in a pedestrian accident:

• The driver failed to exercise reasonable care: This might involve speeding, drunk driving, failing to yield at crosswalks among others.

• A direct link exists between the driver’s negligence and the victim’s injuries: Establishing this relationship requires providing proof of how the negligent act led directly to harm.

• Measurable damages resulted from the incident: These could include medical expenses, lost wages, pain & suffering etc.

However intricate these circumstances may sound remember— you don’t have to figure it all out yourself. At Carlson Bier, we understand that every case is unique and calls for a distinct approach tailored towards its evidence-based facts.

Perhaps one of the most distressing aspects about pedestrian accidents pertains to determining who pays for what in regards to insurance coverage. In Illinois state law provides certain coverages:

• Uninsured Motorist Coverage (UM): If you’re injured by a hit-and-run driver or someone without car insurance.

• Underinsured Motorist Coverage (UIM): This covers your medical costs if another person was at fault but didn’t carry enough insurance.

In both scenarios though — legal representation ensures that rightful claims are made without taking undue advantage of your situation.

Navigating through these intricate aspects, Carlson Bier will work to build a strong case championed by evidence and backed by years of expertise in the field. We understand that the time following a pedestrian accident can be charged emotionally, mentally and even physically. Rest assured that working with our team ensures you have dependable support as we fight to help you receive fair compensation while standing against insurance companies looking to give less than you deserve.

The battle for justice doesn’t stop at negotiations. If need be, we stand ready to fervently represent our clients before a court; presenting concrete arguments fortified by meticulously gathered evidence to drive your cause towards success.

Remember this – every pedestrian has the right to safety and respect on the roadways; just as much as any motorist does. If anyone tries stealing this fundamental liberty from you out of negligence or recklessness – they don’t get away lightly.

Our reputation and record at Carlson Bier speak volumes not only about our proficiency but also about our dedication towards each client’s case we handle. It is important for us that when someone entrusts their case with us, they feel immediately relieved knowing they have reliable experts batting for them persistently until justice is served rightly.

Take control back into your hands — and know your worth right now itself! Do not let yourself be bulldozed further under the pain of uninformed decisions or insurance push-backs netting lesser than what fairness dictates. Reach out today by clicking on the button below — because knowing how much value exists behind your claim imparts significant strength in proceeding with legal actions confidently. At Carlson Bier, professional guidance intermingles seamlessly with compassionate understanding — impacting lives effectively day after day across Illinois!

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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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Bike Mishaps

Focused on legal advocacy for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Providing skilled legal advice for people of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Medical Malpractice

Ensuring dedicated legal support for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Fault

Managing cases involving dangerous products, offering specialist legal assistance to consumers affected by defective items.

Senior Mistreatment

Supporting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in aged care environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall & Trip Incidents

Adept in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking compensation for their harm.

Childbirth Traumas

Delivering legal assistance for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in childbirth injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Mishaps: Dedicated to guiding individuals of car accidents secure equitable settlement for harms and destruction.

Motorbike Accidents

Committed to providing legal support for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Semi Mishap

Ensuring adept legal services for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for hurts.

Building Site Crashes

Engaged in advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Cerebral Damages

Expert in ensuring compassionate legal assistance for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Traumas

Skilled in managing cases for victims who have suffered damages from dog bites or animal assaults.

Jogger Crashes

Committed to legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Unwarranted Demise

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and expert legal services to ensure justice.

Spine Harm

Focused on supporting patients with vertebral damage, offering expert legal representation to secure justice.

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