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When facing the aftermath of a pedestrian accident, selecting legal representation is crucial. Carlson Bier has solid expertise and experience with such incident types in Illinois, rendering them an optimal choice for residents of East Carondelet. Our firm recognizes that each case is unique with several dynamics influencing recovery outcomes – from violation of traffic rules to distracted driving or inadequate infrastructure neglect. With their proven record of successful cases, Carlson Bier’s attorneys navigate these complexities dutifully and passionately on your behalf ensuring that those responsible are brought to justice. Committed not only to understanding every detail associated with your individual situation but also providing personalized assistance during challenging times, they fight tirelessly for the compensation you are entitled to under law; enabling prompt medical attention and rehabilitation processes required post-accident. Trusting Carlson Bier means letting seasoned professionals champion your rights while alleviating worry related to rightful reparation pursuit over any unfortunate pedestrian accident.

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Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in East Carondelet Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the devastation that on-foot traffic accidents can cause. These unfortunate events can change your life in an instant, leaving a lasting impact far beyond the immediate trauma of a pedestrian accident. As leading personal injury lawyers based in Illinois, our mission is to provide expert legal representation for victims injured as pedestrians by negligent drivers or poor road and sidewalk conditions.

Pedestrian accidents often result from distracted or reckless driving, failure to yield right-of-way, speeding, and driving under the influence. They might also occur due to poorly designed or inadequately maintained pedestrian paths and crosswalks. Incidents involving pedestrians typically have dire repercussions including serious injuries like head trauma, bone fractures, spinal cord injuries and sometimes even tragically ending lives.

Navigating through compensation claims after such traumatizing incidents could be daunting without professional help. This is where Carlton Bier’s seasoned expertise comes into play – shedding light on key aspects of these claims:

• Establishing Fault: A crucial aspect that involves proving negligence on part of the motorist which directly led to injury.

• Determining Damage Extent: Medical examinations help underline the seriousness of injuries sustained which can affect claim outcomes significantly.

• Fighting Insurance Companies: Insurers may try reducing payout amounts but with skilled legal support this process becomes considerably manageable.

A strong case not only requires thorough understanding of state laws related but also demands strong negotiating skills in ensuring rightful compensation for victims’ physical suffering, medical expenses and lost wages. The benefit of having an experienced law firm behind you is unmatched when it comes to dealing with insurance companies who may strive to reduce or deny your just entitlements after an accident.

In addition to offering unyielding support during distressing times following a pedestrian accident, at Carlson Bier we place significant emphasis on equity and ethical responsibilities towards community safety as well. We actively participate in enforcing local traffic rules intending safe commutation for all while holding those accountable who disregard these policies.

Being located in Illinois, we have a deep understanding of state specific rules and pedestrian laws. You can trust our expertise to appropriately handle the specifics of your case; we are always updated with the latest changes in legislation to ensure acceptable final settlements for our clients.

Navigating through these challenging times is far less complicated when you have legal stalwarts by your side. We offer empathetic yet professional service that strives not only towards rightful compensation but also ensuring such incidents don’t recur through strong community standards enforcement – an undying commitment from Carlson Bier.

So, if you or a loved one has been injured in a pedestrian accident, it’s time to take action. Enlist the assistance of skilled professionals who understand what you’re going through and have the expertise to effectively advocate for your rights. The first step? Find out how much your case is worth, there’s no obligation or cost associated with this initial assessment. Click on the button below now for a transparent conversation about where you stand legally and financially following a pedestrian incident – let’s assure justice doesn’t remain just another term in books! Your road to recovery begins here at Carlson Bier Personal Injury Attorneys, serving all of 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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Two-Wheeler Collisions

Specializing in legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' lack of care or perilous conditions.

Burn Traumas

Supplying specialist legal support for victims of grave burn injuries caused by events or indifference.

Healthcare Negligence

Providing specialist legal assistance for clients affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Accountability

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, offering skilled legal help to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Neglect

Advocating for the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to malpractice in nursing homes environments, ensuring protection.

Tumble & Slip Occurrences

Expert in handling stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking restitution for their damages.

Infant Wounds

Delivering legal assistance for families affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Incidents

Collisions: Dedicated to aiding sufferers of car accidents get fair compensation for hurts and losses.

Motorbike Accidents

Specializing in providing representation for motorcyclists involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

Semi Accident

Ensuring expert legal assistance for victims involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for harms.

Building Accidents

Engaged in assisting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Neurological Damages

Specializing in offering specialized legal support for persons suffering from head injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Wounds

Skilled in handling cases for individuals who have suffered harms from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Expert in legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Undeserved Fatality

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and experienced legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Spinal Cord Injury

Focused on advocating for patients with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal support to secure redress.

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