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When you are involved in a slip and fall accident, the complications can last far beyond the initial incident. Recovery often involves substantial medical expenses, lost wages due to time away from work, and physical as well as emotional distress. That’s why anyone who experiences such an unfortunate event requires skilled legal representation by attorneys that understand these cases deeply – like Carlson Bier. As personal injury lawyers, they have a proven track record of successfully handling intricate slip and fall accidents with their expert knowledgeable team devoted to fighting for your rights tirelessly till justice is served– irrespective of where the case leads them in Illinois. Their meticulous approach to building strong claims has set them apart in recovering rightful compensations swiftly making sure no stone is left unturned throughout investigating each detail related to your case. Indeed this excellence makes considering Carlson Bier’s legal services imperative when seeking unmatched representation for Slip And Fall Accidents.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Pontiac Illinois

As a team of seasoned personal injury attorneys, Carlson Bier has made an indelible mark in the legal landscape of Illinois through our dedication to assisting victims of slip and fall accidents secure the compensation they rightly deserve. With expertise rooted in years of hands-on experience and a deep understanding of Illinois laws governing personal injury, we affirm our commitment to help you navigate your challenging circumstance.

Slip and fall accidents unquestionably can lead to serious injuries, imposing burdens on the victim in forms of physical pain, loss of income, hefty medical bills or enduring emotional distress. They often occur as a result of poor property maintenance conditions such as slippery surfaces, cluttered walkways, insufficient lighting or uneven floors that cause one to lose their footing.

To hold the responsible party accountable for their negligence – usually property owner or manager – is where Carlson Bier’s proficiency comes into play. Demonstrating liability requires proof that:a) The property owner was aware or should have been aware about dangerous condition;b) Failed to take necessary precautions or repairs;c) This failure resulted in your accident;d)Your injury was directly caused by this neglect.

Dealing with insurance companies after experiencing such mishaps can be overwhelming for victims; they are primarily interested in limiting payouts rather than ensuring justice is delivered rightfully. In undertakings like these Carlson Bier’s role becomes crucial; our adept negotiation skills strengthen your case while dealing with insurers’ underhanded tactics notably bettering odds at securing rightful compensation.

Among various types of compensatory damages offered for slip and fall cases include:medical expenses both existing and future ones;austerity due lost wages;pain suffering together emotional distress consequent punitive damages if defendant proven particularly reckless/disastrous. Each being subject numerous rules regulations it’s sensible reject any immediate settlement offer consult experienced personal injury attorney first.Carlson Bier prides itself guiding clients through intricate claim process towards optimal recovery value thus you focus solely on recuperating.

While each slip and fall case is unique, Illinois imposes a statute of limitations which is generally two years from the date of the accident. The countdown starts immediately after your accident and exceeding this timeframe could jeopardize your claim altogether. Therefore, contacting an attorney promptly following such incidence not only bolsters your claim but also prevents falling victim to expired legal deadlines.

To navigate through these complexities, seeking advice from an experienced personal injury team like Carlson Bier becomes essential. Armed with competence in understanding details that convert an intricate case into successful claims, we will work diligently on every aspect of your case and link you up with high-quality medical services within Illinois framework to aid recovery whilst strategizing for maximum settlement or court verdict .

Unsure about what worth your Slip and Fall accident case actually holds? Don’t find yourself adrift in uncertainty when clarity is within reach. Click the button below for a comprehensive review of potential compensation figures pertinent to your individual case. Let Carlson Bier guide you towards justice; because you deserve nothing less than full reparation for the pain endured!

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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 Pontiac

Cycling Accidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others' indifference or dangerous conditions.

Flame Injuries

Giving specialist legal assistance for people of serious burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Medical Incompetence

Extending experienced legal assistance for clients affected by medical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Liability

Dealing with cases involving defective products, providing adept legal assistance to individuals affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Malpractice

Defending the rights of elders who have been subjected to neglect in aged care environments, ensuring protection.

Trip and Trip Occurrences

Specialist in handling stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking restitution for their injuries.

Birth Wounds

Extending legal aid for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Mishaps: Dedicated to guiding patients of car accidents gain just compensation for injuries and destruction.

Scooter Accidents

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

Trucking Crash

Extending professional legal support for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for harms.

Construction Site Incidents

Concentrated on supporting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or misconduct.

Cognitive Impairments

Dedicated to delivering compassionate legal representation for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Wounds

Proficient in managing cases for clients who have suffered harms from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Jogger Accidents

Specializing in legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Unjust Death

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and experienced legal support to ensure justice.

Backbone Harm

Committed to representing victims with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal guidance to secure redress.

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