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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you need a reliable personal injury lawyer, look no further than Carlson Bier. We are profoundly dedicated to advocating for the rights of Ashkum’s residents seeking justice. Fierce in our pursuit of fairness, our team prides itself on being experienced, competent and trustworthy in handling various instances related to personal injuries – be it motor vehicle accidents, work-related mishaps or medical malpractices among others. At Carlson Bier, we carefully evaluate each case ensuring an appropriate nivel of attention is given; because every person deserves access to professional legal advice when it matters most! Our proven track record for successful outcomes speaks volumes about our commitment towards clients’ needs and desires within Ashkum’s community. In terms of personalized consultations based on your unique situation through proficient representation at court trials – choose nothing less than professionalism embodied by Carlson Bier’s know-how and dedication toward helping individuals facing difficult circumstances triumph against adversities thrown at them due to unforeseen incidents leading to personal injuries.

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Personal Injury Lawyers in Ashkum Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are more than a law firm. We are your dedicated partners, committed to fighting for the justice and compensation you deserve in personal injury cases. Based in Illinois, we offer expert legal counsel and representation tailored to meet your unique needs. Understanding the complex nature of personal injury laws can be daunting; hence we have curated an extensive guide on various aspects of Personal Injury Law to assist our clients.

Personal injuries can occur in numerous ways – from car accidents and dog bites to medical malpractice or even slips and falls. No matter what your situation may be, our team at Carlson Bier is adept at guiding you through these challenging times with proficient legal advice ensuring that your rights are adequately protected.

There are a few key considerations when dealing with personal injury cases:

– Statute of limitations: You have a limited timeframe within which to file a lawsuit following an accident or injury. In Illinois, this can typically range from one to two years depending on the circumstances surrounding your case.

– Comparative negligence: Illinois follows the “modified comparative negligence” rule which implies that if you’re found partially responsible for causing your own injuries (i.e., if you were less careful than another party), it could affect how much compensation you receive.

Understanding these nuances is crucial before moving forward with any legal proceedings. Moreover, Personal Injury Laws do not just cover tangible conditions like physical harm or damage but also consider intangible aspects such as mental trauma or emotional distress caused by the incident.

Despite being based in Illinois, our reach isn’t confined merely within state boundaries. With a broad network extending across jurisdictions and states, we remain accessible yet rooted within the framework of governing local regulations. Please remember that false location claims hold serious implications under Illinois Law; thus Carlson Bier maintains utmost transparency regarding its physical presence.

Now comes the pivotal question – ‘What is my case worth?’ The answer often hinges upon numerous factors such as scope and nature of the injury, potential economic loss, possible future medical requirements, and facets of pain and suffering. At Carlson Bier, we understand how these dynamics play into negotiating settlements or preparing court cases. It is our mission to ensure that our clients receive fair compensation that truly reflects their pain and hardship.

Whether you have slipped on an icy sidewalk or were hit by a distracted driver on your way home from work, the aftermath can be life-altering. Your day-to-day routines might get disrupted in a blip due to physical injuries or emotional distress – not to mention the possibility of facing financial setbacks resulting from medical treatments or loss of earnings during recovery.

While legal terminologies and procedures can seem confusing, it’s important to remember one thing – as a victim, you are entitled to claim compensation for your losses. However handling, this journey alone can be overwhelming; hence you need an ally who can guide you through this path with empathy yet unyielding steadfastness.

At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves in offering just that – dedicated commitment combined with top-tiered expert representation. If personal injury has turned your world upside down, let us help set it right again.

Seeking justice isn’t merely about standing up for oneself – but about reclaiming your rightful space in the world post-trauma. Hence in your quest towards restoration and getting back what was unfairly taken from you; trust us at Carlson Bier to be there every step along the way!

Want to know how much your case is worth? Don’t dwell on uncertainties any longer! Click on the button below for a preliminary evaluation without delay. Our promise is simplicity plus transparency equals justified claim values. Take control of your situation today with Carlson Bier because when it comes to fighting for justice – every second counts!

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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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Bike Mishaps

Proficient in legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or unsafe conditions.

Scald Wounds

Extending professional legal services for victims of major burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Hospital Negligence

Offering experienced legal assistance for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Obligation

Taking on cases involving faulty products, offering specialist legal services to victims affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Abuse

Advocating for the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to misconduct in nursing homes environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble and Tumble Mishaps

Adept in dealing with tumble accident cases, providing legal representation to clients seeking compensation for their damages.

Childbirth Damages

Extending legal guidance for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Crashes: Committed to assisting individuals of car accidents secure fair recompense for hurts and damages.

Motorcycle Collisions

Committed to providing representation for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

Truck Crash

Delivering expert legal support for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for injuries.

Construction Site Incidents

Dedicated to supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Cognitive Damages

Focused on delivering dedicated legal support for victims suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Injuries

Adept at addressing cases for individuals who have suffered damages from dog bites or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Specializing in legal services for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Demise

Working for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and experienced legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Vertebral Harm

Expert in advocating for persons with paralysis, offering dedicated legal representation to secure settlement.

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