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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’ve been involved in a car accident in Alton, securing expert legal advice is essential. Look no further than Carlson Bier, where we specialize in offering unwavering representation for those impacted by car accidents. Our attorneys have vast experience navigating complexities of Illinois law and understand the dire consequences that unexpected incidents can impose on your life. We utilize our unparalleled industry expertise to fight relentlessly for justice on behalf of our clients, ensuring they receive maximum compensation. What sets us apart from other firms? It’s simple – comprehensive attention to detail and commitment to individual needs, making sure no stone remains unturned during case preparation or negotiation proceedings with insurance companies as well as trial hearings; if needed.

While based outside Alton city limits, Carlson Bier has proficiently served numerous clients residing there with our litigation skills resonating across Illinois borders due to its effectiveness. Trust an established name like Carlson Bier when choosing dedicated legal aid after facing a daunting automobile mishap — because everyone deserves their rights upheld and their voice heard.”

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Car Accident Lawyers in Alton Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a leading team of expert personal injury attorneys dedicated to helping you restore your life when the unexpected hits. As one of the premier law firms in Illinois, our primary focus is on personal injury cases arising from car accidents. Our highly skilled and experienced lawyers understand that injuries and damages can be devasting, both physically and emotionally. We are committed to offering personalized services that combine an adept understanding of Illinois laws with compassionate support so you can mightily navigate through this challenging time.

A car accident often leads to severe injuries, burdening medical costs or even tragic losses. At such times, most individuals feel overwhelmed; not knowing where to turn or what rights they hold under Illinois law. This is why Carlson Bier exists – to empower you with knowledge while ensuring your full legal rights for recompense get actualized.

– Understanding Car Accidents: Any vehicle collision involving cars, SUVs, trucks, motorcycles etc., fall under this category. Cases can range from minor fender-benders resulting in small bruises or property damage to high impact crashes causing debilitating injuries or loss of life.

– Common Causes: Distracted driving tops the list as one of America’s significant road hazards followed by drunk-driving incidents. Other reasons include speeding, reckless driving, weather conditions and mechanical failure.

– Types of Injuries: From whiplash and concussions to spinal cord injuries and burns—car accidents can lead to a wide range of serious physical ailments that may need extensive recovery time or medical intervention.

You should entrust your case to us because Carlson Bier’s sole objective revolves around making sure you receive complete justice for all the trauma endured—a promise supported by our numerous success stories over years of serving personal injury victims across Illinois.

It’s vital that we stress the importance understanding how crucial it is for accident victims seek immediate not only medical treatment but also legal advice following any car accident incident. This does not just safeguard your health but also solidifies the legal perspective of your personal injury claim. Remember, the insurance industry is bereft with experienced professionals who are trained to minimize claims or even altogether deny them—which makes hiring a competent personal injury attorney all-the-more essential.

In addition, Carlson Bier prides itself on keeping you thoroughly informed throughout every step—we answer your questions, provide regular updates and guide you through potential legal barriers. Our team follows an aggressive yet ethically-sound approach towards insurance companies and defendants, essentially striving for best possible outcomes without complicating matters for our clients. You deserve justice, and we’re here to fight for it!

We believe that sound counseling can alleviate much suffering after an auto accident. By ensuring you know the rights as well as processes upfront—combined with our tenacious representation—we comprise a devoted partner in obtaining rightful compensations which cover medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost wages among other damages.

You might be curious about where you stand at this moment? What compensation could be entitled under Illinois state law given your specific circumstance? We invite you then—it’s time to empower yourself! Please click on the button below and find out how much your case is worth today with absolutely no obligation. Remember, knowledge is power—and Bailey & Bayley will always advocate for 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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Car Accident FAQ​

The most common causes of car accidents in Chicago include:

  • Driver negligence: This includes distracted driving, speeding, and failing to yield.
  • Road conditions: Potholes, uneven pavement, and other road hazards can cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles.
  • Vehicle defects: Defective vehicles can cause accidents in a variety of ways.
  • Weather conditions: Rain, snow, and ice can make roads slick and dangerous.

If you are involved in a car 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.
  • Exchange information with the other driver. Get their name, address, insurance information, and license plate number.
  • 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.
  • Report the accident to the police. This will create a record of the accident and help you get help if you need it.
  • Contact a car accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a car 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 driver who caused your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a car 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.

In a car 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.

    Property damage: This includes the cost of repairing or replacing your vehicle.

    Punitive damages: These damages are awarded to punish the defendant for egregious or reckless conduct.

The statute of limitations for car accident lawsuits in Illinois is two years. This means that you have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit.

All Attorney Services in Alton

Areas of Practice in Alton

Bicycle Accidents

Expert in legal services for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' negligence or dangerous conditions.

Fire Burns

Supplying adept legal assistance for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Clinical Misconduct

Providing expert legal advice for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Items Responsibility

Addressing cases involving faulty products, extending skilled legal help to customers affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Misconduct

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in aged care environments, ensuring fairness.

Fall and Stumble Injuries

Skilled in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking redress for their injuries.

Neonatal Wounds

Offering legal support for families affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Collisions

Mishaps: Focused on supporting victims of car accidents get fair payout for wounds and destruction.

Motorbike Incidents

Committed to providing legal support for victims involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring fair compensation for losses.

Truck Crash

Ensuring professional legal support for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for losses.

Building Site Crashes

Engaged in assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Cognitive Damages

Expert in offering expert legal advice for clients suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Injuries

Proficient in managing cases for individuals who have suffered harms from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Crashes

Specializing in legal representation for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Fatality

Advocating for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, providing understanding and professional legal services to ensure compensation.

Neural Injury

Dedicated to supporting persons with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal services to secure compensation.

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