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When it comes to Slip And Fall Accidents, trusting a competent and experienced law firm is crucial. Carlson Bier stands as a stellar advocate prioritizing the rights of victims in Illinois. As renowned specialists within this legal realm, our attorneys comprehend the complexities involved in such cases. Whether these injuries occur on another’s property due to negligence or unsafe conditions, we utilize our prowess to bring justice for clients facing suffering and financial stress post-incident. We distinguish ourselves through a tenacious pursuit of rightful compensation while exhibiting empathy towards each client’s individual situation – regardless of their circumstances or location across Illinois state lines including Algonquin area residents.

Choosing us denotes selecting an ally who relentlessly fights for your legal rights using strategic methods backed by years of experience aiding those affected by slip and fall accidents. So if you seek legal representation that maximizes your potential recovery with personalized attention at every step, weigh no further than the proficient team at Carlson Bier; standing strong with you amidst challenging times!

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Algonquin Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, a premier personal injury law firm based right here in Illinois. Our distinguished team of attorneys specializes in a variety of personal injury claims, but none more frequent than the ubiquitous, yet often misunderstood “Slip and Fall” accidents. We are committed to delivering not just exceptional legal representation, but also an education on the intricate nuances that govern such cases.

A ‘slip and fall’, as it’s commonly referred to in personal injury law, happens when someone falls and injures himself due to hazardous conditions on another’s property. These accidents can occur anywhere – from shopping malls or office buildings to parking lots, sidewalks, and even private residences. Legally speaking, however:

• Slip and fall events are covered under “premise liability” laws.

• The victim has rights only if he was legally present at the location.

• The hazardous condition must either be created by the owner or have existed long enough for him/her to eliminate it.

Several factors come into play while handling these kinds of accidents; Central among them is determining negligence. Whether it’s defective flooring, water left pooling with no warning sign or unchecked ice accumulation during winters – proving that the property owner directly contributed due their negligence is key.

The amount of compensation received depends upon each case’s unique factors like severity of injuries sustained (such as broken bones versus minor bruising) or whether the victim shares some culpability too (through things like wearing inappropriate footwear).

Similar slip and fall rules apply across Illinois with slight modifications:

▪️ Statute of limitations – In Illinois you have two years from your accident date to file your lawsuit.

▪️ Comparative Fault Rules – If you’re found partially responsible for your accident then any potential monetary rewards will be reduced proportionately.

At Carlson Bier we bring many years expertise in proving liability convincingly coupled with our untiring efforts towards securing maximum possible settlements for our clients – regardless if their cases are settled outside of court or go trial. Each slip and fall case offers a unique legal conundrum that we’re just itching to unlock, to best assist you on your journey towards justice!

Our resources include hallmark personalized service where our qualified attorneys will guide you every step of the way throughout your trials and tribulations; right from gathering evidence to proving negligence and calculating damages.

Remember:

▪️ No upfront fees – We work rigorously on contingency basis. Meaning, if we don’t win your case there’s no fee.

▪️ Dig deeper for proofs: Too often, crucial evidence is lost due to delays in contacting legal representation. Reach out early so we can preserve as much evidence as possible.

No two slip and fall cases are exactly alike and each carry their own array of complexities; moreover understanding its long-term impacts can be overwhelming for most victims… which is exactly why relying on Carlson Bier’s experienced personal injury attorneys makes sense.

Not only do we treat each client like family but also use our depth of knowledge, decades-long experience amidst Illinois laws along with rich acumen borne out of handling countless such cases earlier to ensure potential clients extract maximum value from engaging us professionally while still maintaining an emotional comfort during these difficult times.

Very importantly though – Be rest assured knowing that herein lies not just one more law office offering services across Algonquin area but rather Carlson Bier’s footprints are distinctly carved within hearts jumping in joy post-victory embraced! Neither physically present nor potentially claiming location benefits against state norms – us serving citizens tirelessly symbolizes proactivity & commitment beyond borders! Cutting-edge local attorney services? Absolutely … physically present therein? Absolutely NOT!! Make no mistake about this aspect specifically denying false advertising claims rightfully under Illinois State Laws.

Navigating the murky waters of legal compensation after a debilitating accident isn’t a journey anyone should have to make alone. Bring an end to uncertain future riding on expert back – press the button below even for an elementary claim worth estimation process beginning… End your curiosity while we respect your intelligence scale – let’s achieve justice together! Discover how much your Slip and fall accident case could be worth with Carlson Bier right now.

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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 Algonquin

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Specializing in legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' lack of care or dangerous conditions.

Flame Traumas

Giving adept legal advice for victims of major burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Healthcare Incompetence

Extending expert legal representation for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Accountability

Handling cases involving defective products, delivering skilled legal support to clients affected by defective items.

Senior Malpractice

Supporting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to abuse in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Trip & Stumble Mishaps

Specialist in handling stumble accident cases, providing legal advice to clients seeking recovery for their harm.

Newborn Traumas

Offering legal guidance for families affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Auto Collisions

Collisions: Dedicated to supporting sufferers of car accidents obtain fair compensation for wounds and impairment.

Motorcycle Crashes

Expert in providing representation for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

18-Wheeler Incident

Providing professional legal support for drivers involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for harms.

Construction Crashes

Concentrated on supporting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or recklessness.

Brain Impairments

Focused on offering expert legal representation for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Damages

Proficient in handling cases for victims who have suffered harms from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Collisions

Dedicated to legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Unfair Fatality

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, providing caring and experienced legal assistance to ensure justice.

Neural Trauma

Specializing in assisting patients with backbone trauma, offering expert legal guidance to secure compensation.

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