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About Carlson Bier Associates

When unfortunate incidents occur on construction sites, navigating the legal aspects can be complex. Carlson Bier has a sterling reputation for its expertise and dedication in representing victims of Construction Site Accidents across Illinois. Our history is grounded in success, working relentlessly to ensure injured clients receive their rightful compensation. We understand Alton’s unique environment; our experience provides us a lack-to-nothing understanding of local site regulations and practices, making us equipped to tackle any case effectively – no matter where it originates from within the state boundaries. As Construction Site Accident attorneys in Illinois recognized for dependable litigations, Carlson Bier promptly identifies parties responsible with incisive investigation techniques that yield tangible results swiftly. Being well conversant with state-specific labor laws also facilitates catalyzing claims procedures towards favorable resolutions for our clients speedily without compromising justice served rightfully. Opting for Carlson Bier sets an undeniable assurance that your case will be handled competently by skilled professionals committed towards maximizing your access to healing funds in situations when you need it most.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Alton Illinois

As one of the premier personal injury legal practitioners in Illinois, Carlson Bier has a solid reputation for advocating fiercely on behalf of their clients who have sustained injuries at construction sites. Construction site environments are naturally hazardous, often populated with heavy machinery, heighted structures and potentially dangerous tasks performed routinely; thus, accidents stem from an array of possible hazardous circumstances.

Construction Site Accidents can lead to extensive injuries which might include but are not limited to broken bones, burns, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries or even wrongful death. It’s important to note that navigating through the aftermaths of these accidents requires experienced counsel provided by a proficient personal injury attorney group like ours – Carlson Bier.

• Safety violations: One of the common causes for such disastrous incidents is safety violations where safety protocols aren’t well adhered to or implemented.

• Equipment malfunctions / defective products: The mistake may lie with manufacturers due to faulty equipment leading to avoidable accidents.

• Falling object hazards: Failure to secure objects properly endangers workers below who risk getting hit by loose materials.

When dealing with these multifaceted complications underpinned by complex laws surrounding Personal Injury and Workers Compensation in Illinois, having seasoned attorneys like those in our firm would ensure that you get fair compensation for your losses. We take great pride in thoroughly investigating every case we undertake and working diligently towards achieving a successful outcome.

Additionally:

• We provide comprehensive legal guidance throughout every stage ensuring each client understands their rights and options as per Illinois law.

• Our dedicated lawyers delve into all aspects around the accident events right from identifying liable parties accordingly involving insurance companies too if required.

• We strive relentlessly until securing maximal damages allowed by law on behalf their clients covering medical costs, lost wages during recovery periods amongst various other related expenses.

At Carlson Bier your cases won’t be just another file number languishing in some impersonal database. Rather each case is accorded high-priority emphasizing on personalized attention that helps to build a solid attorney-client relationship.

If you’ve been involved in a Construction Site Accident and are seeking swift justice, having proficient legal guidance is crucial. As our esteemed client, your potential funds recovery isn’t just about the money alone but also speaks abundantly regarding adherence to safety standards and protocols across construction sites nationwide thereby enhancing occupational safety for all workers.

Don’t let an unfortunate mishap steal away your peace of mind. The Carlson Bier team is equipped with the requisite knowledge and expertise using refined negotiation tactics with liable parties in achieving optimal settlements for clients or elevating matters to trial if required.

The devastating impact from such accident doesn’t stop there as it tends to ripple through many other areas affecting lives drastically both personally and professionally. Let us help you regain some control by getting deserved compensation relieving financial stress associated with medical treatments plus other damages.

We invite you now to click on the button below providing more clarity about how much your case might be worth. Considering every personal injury scenario is unique, allow us at Carlson Bier handle the legal complexities around your case freeing up essential time during this traumatic phase letting you focus on healing while we pursue justice on your behalf steadfastly because JUSTICE is what we breathe!

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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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Construction Site Accidents FAQ​

The most common causes of construction site accidents in Chicago include:

  • Falls: Falls from heights are the leading cause of fatalities on construction sites.
  • Struck-by accidents: Struck-by accidents occur when workers are hit by falling objects, moving vehicles, or other equipment.
  • Electrocutions: Electrocutions can occur when workers come into contact with live wires or electrical equipment.
  • Caught-in/between accidents: Caught-in/between accidents occur when workers are caught between two moving objects or between a moving object and a stationary object.
  • Overexertion injuries: Overexertion injuries can occur when workers lift heavy objects or perform repetitive tasks.

If you are injured in a construction site 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 your supervisor and to OSHA. OSHA is the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and they are responsible for investigating workplace accidents.
  • Contact a construction site accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a construction site 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 person or company responsible for your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a construction site 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 personal 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 construction site 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 Alton

Cycling Incidents

Focused on legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' negligence or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Burns

Extending adept legal support for patients of serious burn injuries caused by events or indifference.

Hospital Negligence

Providing dedicated legal support for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Responsibility

Addressing cases involving unsafe products, extending skilled legal help to individuals affected by defective items.

Senior Mistreatment

Defending the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring justice.

Fall & Tumble Accidents

Skilled in handling trip accident cases, providing legal representation to clients seeking redress for their injuries.

Infant Damages

Offering legal aid for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Collisions

Collisions: Concentrated on supporting individuals of car accidents gain appropriate settlement for wounds and impairment.

Bike Crashes

Focused on providing legal advice for motorcyclists involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for harm.

Truck Crash

Offering adept legal representation for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for damages.

Construction Site Collisions

Dedicated to representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or misconduct.

Cognitive Impairments

Focused on extending compassionate legal support for persons suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Injuries

Proficient in tackling cases for individuals who have suffered wounds from dog bites or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Collisions

Dedicated to legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Unjust Passing

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering empathetic and experienced legal services to ensure redress.

Backbone Harm

Specializing in defending patients with spine impairments, offering expert legal assistance to secure settlement.

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