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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you’ve experienced a slip and fall accident, the importance of choosing committed legal representation is paramount. Carlson Bier, renowned in Illinois’ legal sphere for their unwavering commitment to protect those affected by such incidents employs an experienced group of personal injury lawyers with hands-on expertise in handling slip and fall accidents disputes. Focused on serving Brighton residents seeking proficient personal injury counsel, they effortlessly navigate through complex liability laws to ensure clients receive just compensation from individuals or entities negligent in maintaining safe environments. Besides commendable track record dealing with these cases, what sets Carlson Bier apart is their staunch belief that every individual deserves accessible high-quality legal service regardless of location proximity or economic status. Their pledge: wherever you are within Brighton’s borders — they will be your stalwart advocates tirelessly striving for rightful justice following your unintended encounter with precarious circumstances leading to debilitating falls or slips. Trust none other than Carlson Bier when needing forceful constructive negotiation against insurance firms or compelling court representations- because securing your best interest amidst trying times remains invariably at the heart of what they do!

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Brighton Illinois

In the bustling state of Illinois, accidents are unfortunate but commonplace occurrences. The law firm of Carlson Bier is an established name in offering legal counsel to victims of personal injuries resulting from a variety of circumstances. One particularly prevalent type of accident we encounter and manage with unfailing support and guidance is slip and fall incidents.

Slip and Fall accidents might seem relatively innocuous initially, but they can lead to severe injuries that may affect individuals for extended periods. These accidents typically occur because property owners neglect crucial safety measures or due diligence in providing hazard-free environments for people on their premises. Without robust legal representation like provided by us at Carlson Bier, you could find yourself grappling with high costs related to medical expenses or income loss through no fault of your own.

When addressing Slip and Fall cases, we investigate several key factors:

• Was there a legitimate reason for encountering the hazardous surface?

• Did the owner have prior knowledge about potential dangers?

• Could preventive steps have been taken?

By assessing these points, we can establish liability thus exploiting a critical angle in the development of our defense strategy. Furthermore, unravelling the severity of the harm incurred is paramount as this influences the compensation amount you could potentially recover.

It’s worth noting that while typical injuries in Slip and Fall cases include bruising, fractures or breaks, more serious offenses like head trauma could also transpire – leaving one grappling not only with physical pain but potentially immense psychological distress too. This appraisal does not solely concern immediate aftermaths either; chronic symptoms such as prolonged backache or persistent headaches also warrant consideration during claim calculations.

Despite this ominous framing, rest assured that partnering with Carlson Bier equates gaining fierce advocates invested wholly in your cause—the optimal recovery route forged by shrewdly negotiating fair compensation deals on your behalf (medical bills plus additional damages) should defendants admit responsibility swiftly.

Simultaneously, our committed team remains prepared if court trials become inevitable: ultimately, we aim for winning just resolutions to ensure your present inconveniences don’t evolve into burdensome long-term struggles.

Regarding Illinois’s stringent advertising laws, it is worth mentioning that Carlson Bier adheres strictly to these regulations. We remain proud of our Illinois heritage and are always ready to provide the highest quality legal services to those in need within our community without misleading claims regarding location.

From the outset, what sets us apart at Carlson Bier is a profound understanding that with every case comes unique circumstances and challenges – and each deserves individual attention and care. Our expert representation means you can focus on recovering while we champion your cause.

Slip and Fall accidents can evolve beyond a mere stumbling block in life with the right legal aid on board. If you’ve experienced such a misfortune in Illinois, turn your plight into rightful compensation – let us tackle your situation head-on together: empathetic ears listen here at Carlson Bier; indefatigable voices passionately argue for rectifying injustices imposed unjustly upon you.

Now let us ask – how much could your quest for justice potentially yield? Take one more step forward today by discovering an approximate valuing of where your case stands monetarily. No strings attached, no hidden fees: click on the button below now. What value might justice hold quantitatively against your personal injury grief? With Carlson Bier at your side persistently striving towards achieving well-deserved compensatory settlement results, find out just how priceless our professional advocacy can truly be.

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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 Brighton

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Expert in legal advocacy for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or perilous conditions.

Burn Injuries

Giving specialist legal support for victims of grave burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Medical Incompetence

Providing dedicated legal assistance for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Accountability

Managing cases involving unsafe products, offering professional legal guidance to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Senior Mistreatment

Defending the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Fall & Stumble Occurrences

Specialist in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking recovery for their harm.

Newborn Harms

Supplying legal support for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Crashes: Focused on guiding individuals of car accidents get appropriate compensation for harms and destruction.

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Specializing in providing legal support for riders involved in scooter accidents, ensuring just recovery for harm.

Big Rig Crash

Providing expert legal support for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful recompense for losses.

Building Mishaps

Concentrated on supporting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Brain Traumas

Dedicated to ensuring compassionate legal advice for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Injuries

Skilled in addressing cases for people who have suffered injuries from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Collisions

Committed to legal representation for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Undeserved Fatality

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering compassionate and expert legal support to ensure redress.

Backbone Impairment

Committed to defending individuals with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal representation to secure redress.

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