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About Carlson Bier Associates

When facing the aftermath of construction site accidents in Andover, it’s paramount to consider expert legal advice. Carlson Bier, a law firm that concentrates on Personal Injury Law and specifically Construction Site Accidents, is your ideal choice for unrivaled representation. With extensive industry expertise, our attorney group comprehends intricacies involved in such accidents like no other can. We meticulously study job-site safety standards violation and perform comprehensive analysis of incident details to build compelling cases for our clients; safeguarding their best interests through fair compensation claims or prompt insurance settlements. Our proven track record demonstrates relentless commitment toward delivering justice with utmost diligence and integrity. The unmatched knowledge encapsulated within Carlson Bier ensures that every worker has access to dependable legal support at an arm’s reach when needed most – without complex procedures or unwarranted delays. Choosing us means choosing stability after uncertainty brought about by unfortunate events; let Carlson Bier be your beacon amidst dire straits following a Construction Site Accident in Andover.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Andover Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a dedicated group of attorneys focusing on personal injury law based in Illinois. Our driving commitment is to provide comprehensive legal representation and uncompromising service to individuals who have suffered injuries, particularly those related to construction site accidents.

Construction sites present inherent risks due to their very nature. However, it’s essential that every care be taken to ensure the safety of workers and passersby alike. According to the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), one out of every five worker deaths occurred in construction – or 20% – the leading cause being falls, followed by struck-by injuries and electrocution incidents.

• Handling dangerous equipment

• Working at heights

• Exposure to hazardous materials

• Accidents involving heavy machinery

These are just some common hazards faced by workers daily which can result in severe injuries or fatalities. When such instances occur, it entails not only physical suffering but also emotional distress coupled with financial implications from medical bills and loss of income.

As established personal injury lawyers specializing in construction site accidents, Carlson Bier is committed to providing extensive educational resources aimed at informing you about your rights should you find yourself dealing with these unfortunate circumstances. Whether you’re a construction worker involved in an accident on-site or a passerby injured due to negligence at a worksite area, know that there are measures set by law designed for your protection. Among them includes liability laws where owners, contractors, manufacturers of faulty equipment may be held accountable depending upon the situation; worker compensation laws that cover treatment costs regardless who was at fault during the incident; third-party claim which allows additional damage claims if someone besides your employer contributed towards your accident.

Carlson Bier equips you with expert advice while navigating through complex litigation processes ensuring maximum legal pursuit against entities responsible for your predicament while securing compensations proportional to your damages sustained.

Above all else remember this- although construction site accidents are unfortunately common, living in the aftermath without justice shouldn’t be. Your rights matter, and we at Carlson Bier are here to ensure they remain protected in every possible aspect.

If you require a proficient team that will understand your case inside out, look no further than us. We adopt a client-focused approach characterized by careful listening, thorough case investigation, articulate communication and aggressive representation of the injured party’s interests in court.

We stringently adhere to Illinois regulations concerning advertisement locations and do not imply any physical presence outside our current office. Our mission is inclusivity where everyone within Illinois can avail exceptional legal services meant to safeguard their interests and bring them the justice they well-deserve.

At this point, you’re probably wondering what your next course of action should be if faced with such circumstances. Rest assured; help is just one click away. You could have a viable claim worth more than what you imagine right now. Find out how much your case might really be worth by clicking on the button below for a consultation with our experienced team who will review your situation comprehensively.” Personal injury law goes deeper than superficial readings – it encompasses subtle nuances best understood only through engagement with skilled specialists like those found at Carlson Bier Associates. Connect with us today!

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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 Andover

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Proficient in legal representation for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others's negligence or unsafe conditions.

Scald Damages

Providing skilled legal services for individuals of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Medical Malpractice

Extending dedicated legal representation for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Responsibility

Managing cases involving unsafe products, providing professional legal services to customers affected by harmful products.

Aged Mistreatment

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to neglect in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Fall & Tumble Mishaps

Expert in managing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to individuals seeking compensation for their losses.

Childbirth Wounds

Extending legal support for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Accidents: Devoted to guiding patients of car accidents receive reasonable compensation for wounds and damages.

Scooter Accidents

Expert in providing legal services for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring just recovery for losses.

Truck Accident

Offering experienced legal services for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just claims for hurts.

Construction Collisions

Engaged in defending staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Brain Traumas

Dedicated to ensuring compassionate legal advice for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Traumas

Specialized in addressing cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Focused on legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Unwarranted Fatality

Advocating for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending compassionate and skilled legal services to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Damage

Expert in supporting victims with vertebral damage, offering expert legal representation to secure recovery.

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