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Navigating the aftermath of a slip and fall accident requires an experienced law firm, such as Carlson Bier. As highly skilled personal injury lawyers in Illinois, we understand the intricacies involved in these cases – from premises liability to determining responsible parties. Slip and fall accidents are not merely unfortunate incidents; they bear significant physical, emotional, and financial implications that need legal support to navigate effectively.

In South Wilmington, Carlson Bier extends their services, ensuring individuals obtain fair compensation for their injuries. While our goal is securing justice for you, your role can simply be focusing on recovery while we peruse each detail of case intricacies methodically.

Carlson Bier’s reputation flourishes within the community due to our profound dedication towards those affected by such mishaps. We provide diligent representation through every intricate phase of litigation – presenting undeniable evidence aimed at maximizing your settlement claims efficiently.

With firsthand experience across various case complexities surrounding slip-and-fall accidents; let us help shoulder your burden with precise legal direction reflecting accumulated expertise over years duly served. Choose Carlson Bier – where client interests resonate with relentless commitment towards effective resolution following distressing slip and fall accidents.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in South Wilmington Illinois

At Carlson Bier, your safety and rights as a victim to personal injury matter the most. Based in Illinois, we are a dedicated team of lawyers with extensive experience catering to slip and fall accidents. We sympathize with your incident and confirm our commitment towards advocating for you.

Slip and fall accidents pose unique challenges that demand expert legal counsel. Several factors play into these scenarios, including negligent property owners, hazardous site conditions or even lack of appropriate warnings about potential risks when entering premises. These circumstances could very well put anyone at risk – an unfortunate reality that many clients face each day.

Understanding these situations better involves delving deeper into their occurrence, handling complexities associated with them through comprehensive knowledge on state laws dealing specifically with such incidents based upon past precedent cases as well as individualized client-centered strategies ensuring rightful entitlement for compensation due under the law is delivered to you. Here are some key points:

– Through years of practice in Illinois Personal Injury law since its inception, Carlson Bier has amassed unmatched expertise especially pertaining to Slip & Fall Accidents guiding victims step-by-step until they receive deserved financial recovery following their traumatic incidences.

– The lawyers at Carlson Bier embrace strong work ethics characterized by integrity so we advocate tirelessly representing clients’ best interests during litigation processes or deal negotiations expectedly resulting in substantial settlements being awarded than if one were alone navigating though often confusing legal waters without professional help.

– At every phase from preliminary case evaluation unto possible trial proceedings, our adept professionals remain committed going above and beyond making sure you understand what’s transpiring rather than leaving matters up for speculation thus ultimately allowing peace of mind knowing someone truly cares advocating strongly on your behalf to champion your cause using all available resources within the confines of Illinois Law.

Furthermore, it’s essential that victims should file claims expediently after slip and fall incidents occur which statutes explicitly provide timelines regarding filing period limit guidelines typically around two years post accident date till commencement for lawsuit proceedings but during certain conditions like when injury resulted from government property or minors involved etc., different statute laws apply that Carlson Bier will apprise you of accordingly.

Now, we know seeking legal help can be daunting, especially in the wake of a slip and fall accident. But remember, your rightful compensation hinges on taking prompt action and enlisting an adept attorney who thoroughly knows how to navigate through these challenging circumstances legally ensuring they don’t limit the severity of your case hence helping maximize potential damages recovery.

Rest assured, our lawyers at Carlson Bier have navigated numerous such cases successfully helping clients realize their deserved financial settlements upon resolution bring closure so victims could look forward towards rebuilding lives despite unfortunate adversities faced because after all, nobody should endure hardship caused by someone else’s negligence without hope for redress.

You’re not alone in this journey – let’s explore your claim together and chart the best legal route for your circumstance. We invite you to use the button below to solicit an evaluation regarding what your case is possibly worth so you can make informed decisions about pursuing chances for damage remunerations rightfully yours under Illinois Law as victim due to a Slip & Fall Incident. Trust us to take it from there, diligently advocating for justice served whilst navigating towards achieving resolution most beneficially suited to you.

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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 South Wilmington

Cycling Crashes

Specializing in legal representation for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' indifference or risky conditions.

Burn Wounds

Supplying professional legal assistance for patients of grave burn injuries caused by incidents or recklessness.

Clinical Misconduct

Offering expert legal representation for victims affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Responsibility

Handling cases involving dangerous products, providing professional legal assistance to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Abuse

Defending the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in elderly care environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble & Tumble Injuries

Specialist in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking redress for their suffering.

Newborn Wounds

Providing legal guidance for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in infant injuries.

Auto Crashes

Incidents: Concentrated on supporting victims of car accidents secure appropriate settlement for wounds and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Expert in providing representation for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

Big Rig Incident

Providing professional legal services for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for damages.

Building Incidents

Concentrated on advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Head Traumas

Committed to delivering professional legal representation for victims suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Bite Injuries

Expertise in handling cases for persons who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Collisions

Expert in legal support for walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Wrongful Passing

Striving for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and skilled legal assistance to ensure restitution.

Backbone Impairment

Committed to representing victims with backbone trauma, offering professional legal guidance to secure justice.

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