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About Carlson Bier Associates

When victims of slip and fall accidents seek justice, they require assertive legal representation that conveys empathy and understanding. Carlson Bier has consistently proven itself to be a reliable advocate for such individuals in demanding settings. We understand the potential physical pain, emotional distress, and financial strain that often accompany these unfortunate incidents. As proficient personal injury lawyers specializing in slip and fall cases, we have cemented our reputation by providing effective legal solutions driven by comprehensive investigation strategies and robust courtroom advocacy skills.

We serve clients from different locations including Burlington; bringing seasoned expertise to negotiate fair settlements on their behalf or litigate aggressively if necessary. When you entrust your case with Carlson Bier, it’s not just about litigation but getting you back on your feet while ensuring every liable party is held accountable.

Remain confident that choosing us equates to investing in unwavering support committed to maintaining the highest professional standards until justice is served under Illinois law confines. For superior representation following a Slip And Fall Accident – think Carlson Bier!

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Burlington Illinois

Understanding the particulars of Slip and Fall Accidents is crucial when facing such an unfortunate event. At Carlson Bier, our team of experienced Illinois personal injury attorneys strives to provide you with comprehensive insights into this area of law. Primarily, you should know that a slip and fall accident refers to instances where a person slips or trips on someone else’s property resulting in injuries.

In-depth knowledge about the legal process surrounding these accidents can dramatically influence your chance at securing appropriate compensation for any sustained injuries

The liability for slip and fall accidents generally lies with the owner or occupier of the premises where the accident occurred. However, various factors determine whether they are legally responsible. Some essential conditions must be observed:

• The property manager should have been aware of the dangerous condition but failed to take action.

• The property owner created the unsafe condition

• The hazard existed for so long that anyone taking reasonable care would have corrected it.

However, not every fallen individual is eligible for compensation; often certain defenses work against compensation claims notably:

• Comparative negligence: Were you vigilant enough? Were there warning signs which you ignored?

• Assumption of risk: Did you knowingly enter an area where potential risks were made clear?

Comprehending these vital points can be momentous during your claim process.

Carlson Bier’s dedicated legal experts stand by your side throughout this process – our cumulative years of field-ahead expertise enable us to navigate through these cases skillfully, maximize client benefits while maintaining stringent standards of fairness and integrity – all aimed towards successfully favoring our clients’ claims.

Drawing from case handling experiences spanning several years allows us to anticipate challenges judiciously, a focus that potentially turns each interaction with us into a gainful experience in itself. Combining meticulous attention to detail along with an immense pool of shared wisdom helps propel your agenda effectively.

Furthermore, we believe in making sound legal advice accessible as well as comprehensible by everyone – thus all our communication ensures that you understand legal jargon in layman’s terms. A commitment to clarity making it universally simple for all, when dealing with slip and fall compensation claims.

Our conviction rests on ensuring that you rightfully secure what is due to you – because at Carlson Bier we understand the distressing physical, psychological, and financial impacts such accidents can potentially inflict upon victims as well their households. You bear no obligation until we triumph your case – hence a majority of our services lie on a contingency fee basis, which essentially means that unless successful in securing your deserving compensation; we do not charge anything. Demonstrating an unwavering confidence in our abilities while deflecting possible financial concerns off your shoulders during these trying times; with the core objective always focused towards securing success through fair recompense.

Now, taking the first step is often the hardest – but rest assured we are here to assist. The provision for quick assessment customarily works towards alleviating initial apprehensions relative to potential claim worthiness thereby saving precious time and efforts if otherwise spent on less beneficial scenarios– thus by clicking on the button below gives us an opportunity to help evaluate liability factors surrounding your claim while delivering an approximation around potential settlement amounts for similarly constituted cases based on precedential judgments after factoring specific details from yours.

Quite understandably then seeking professional advice helps significantly especially given sensitivity surrounding time limits applicable legally within which compensation claims need necessarily be initiated post accidents.

Remember, Carlson Bier holds fort at forefronts whenever considering expert guidance or representing one’s interests involving slip and fall injury claims in 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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Slip & Fall Accidents FAQ​

The most common causes of slip and fall accidents in Chicago include:

  • Wet or slippery floors: This could include spills, leaks, and snow and ice.
  • Uneven surfaces: This could include potholes, cracks in the pavement, and loose floorboards.
  • Poor lighting: This could make it difficult to see hazards on the ground.
  • Obstructions: This could include cords, boxes, and other objects that are in the way.

If you have a slip and fall 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 the property owner or manager. This will create a record of the accident and help you build your case if you decide to file a lawsuit.
  • Take pictures of the scene of the accident. This will help you document what happened and build your case if you decide to file a lawsuit.
  • Contact a slip and fall accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a slip and fall 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 property owner or manager if you believe they were negligent in maintaining the property.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a slip and fall 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 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 slip and fall 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 Burlington

Bike Crashes

Dedicated to legal support for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or risky conditions.

Thermal Damages

Providing adept legal assistance for people of major burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Healthcare Carelessness

Ensuring professional legal advice for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Liability

Handling cases involving problematic products, providing professional legal assistance to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Trip and Trip Mishaps

Professional in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal services to clients seeking restitution for their harm.

Infant Injuries

Delivering legal assistance for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Crashes

Incidents: Concentrated on helping individuals of car accidents gain reasonable compensation for harms and losses.

Motorbike Mishaps

Expert in providing legal assistance for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Big Rig Collision

Offering adept legal services for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recovery for losses.

Building Site Crashes

Dedicated to defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or recklessness.

Neurological Traumas

Expert in extending specialized legal services for persons suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Injuries

Skilled in managing cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Crashes

Focused on legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Unwarranted Fatality

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and adept legal services to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Focused on advocating for victims with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure justice.

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