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Suffering a slip and fall accident can lead to devastating consequences, necessitating the assistance of zealous legal advocates. Carlson Bier rises as your reliable choice for effective representation in Martinsville. With substantial experience handling various intricate cases related to slip and fall accidents, our expertise guarantees trusted service that prioritizes your needs exclusively. At Carlson Bier, we go above and beyond to decipher complex legal scenarios surrounding these accidents: from establishing liability to calculating just compensation, thus ensuring each case evolves optimally towards a favorable outcome for you. Our skilled team is prepared diligently every time to confront challenges head-on – a combination of strategic thinking and untiring effort underpinning their performance yields remarkable results consistently. Opting for us signifies choosing uncompromised commitment ruthless advocacy; qualities which make us distinctive among peers serving Martinsville’s community sincerely through diligent personal injury law practice without imitating presence there unlawfully by Illinois law standards—a testament of our integrity at its best.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Martinsville Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, your trusted personal injury attorneys in Illinois. We are seasoned professionals in providing reliable legal assistance for numerous types of personal injury cases, including Slip and Fall Accidents. Falling accidents typically occur due to hazardous conditions or negligence from property owners and can lead to severe injuries ranging from sprains and fractures to concussions and spinal damage. A slip and fall accident is not only physically painful but it can also lead to substantial financial burden due to medical bills and loss of income.

As a premier law firm based in Illinois, we at Carlson Bier possess comprehensive knowledge regarding the nuances involved with Slip and Fall Accidents. To assist you better, here are some key points explaining how slip and fall lawsuits work:

• These incidents fall under premises liability laws which require property owners or occupiers to maintain a safe environment.

• Victims must be able to prove that the incident directly resulted from negligence of the owner or managing body.

• In order establish an owner’s neglect, demonstrating that they either created the hazard, knew about the hazard without addressing it properly or should have known about it because it existed for an extended period becomes essential.

However, merely understanding these general points does not guarantee success when filing a claim – That’s where we come into play. The team at Carlson Bier combines years of experience with dedication towards client satisfaction while presenting detailed arguments ensuring rightful compensation for our clients’ losses.

We understand that this process may sound overwhelming especially during recovery from such traumatic incidents. Hence, our approach involves simplifying as much information as possible whilst thoroughly educating our clients about their case status throughout every step of litigation. Additionally,

– Our attorneys will gather all required evidence;

– They craft compelling cases illustrating clearly how injuries were caused by negligent parties;

– We stand tall representing you against insurance companies usually attempting low settlement offers;

– Lastly yet importantly – only once you successfully receive the compensation intended is when we charge fees rendering our services essentially risk-free for you.

At Carlson Bier, our end goal is always client-facing – to ensure that impactful justice eventually meets the aggrieved. Our tireless efforts are directed towards providing legal recourse for anyone who has suffered a Slip and Fall Accident due to someone else’s negligence; enabling them the compensation they require to recover holistically and smoothly.

Navigating through such intricate situations alone can be daunting which is why it becomes imperative to have trained experts like us by your side throughout this journey. We aspire not only towards winning cases but also ensuring that lifelog relationships get formed with clients while putting their needs as paramount always in our minds.

If you or a loved one have unfortunately become victims of a slip and fall accident, remember that time truly matters when trying to build a substantial claim against culpable parties. Therefore, hesitate no longer! Click on the button below now to find out exactly what your case could potentially be worth while understanding more about how we at Carlson Bier can zealously advocate for your rights – There really isn’t any obligation attached except an opportunity awaiting just for you supported by years of passionate work and success stories breathed life into already by Illinois’ most trusted personal injury attorneys – Your resolute companion through trauma, Carlson Bier.

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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 Martinsville

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Expert in legal support for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Fire Traumas

Offering adept legal advice for victims of major burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Clinical Carelessness

Offering professional legal advice for victims affected by clinical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Fault

Managing cases involving defective products, delivering adept legal support to customers affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Neglect

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in nursing homes environments, ensuring protection.

Slip and Fall Injuries

Skilled in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking compensation for their losses.

Birth Wounds

Delivering legal help for loved ones affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Accidents

Accidents: Focused on helping victims of car accidents receive equitable recompense for hurts and harm.

Scooter Mishaps

Committed to providing legal support for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for losses.

Trucking Collision

Delivering professional legal assistance for persons involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing rightful compensation for harms.

Construction Site Incidents

Dedicated to defending staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Brain Traumas

Expert in offering compassionate legal support for victims suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Traumas

Adept at managing cases for clients who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Committed to legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering claims.

Undeserved Death

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, providing understanding and adept legal services to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Focused on defending clients with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal representation to secure redress.

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