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About Carlson Bier Associates

When involved in a construction site accident, it’s vital to ensure you have competent legal representation. Among the plethora of choices, Carlson Bier stands out as an exemplary personal injury law firm adept in handling such cases. Our team of attorneys boasts extensive experience, specializing specifically in accidents that transpire on construction sites. We grasp the complex nature of these incidents and relentlessly work toward securing appropriate compensation for your injuries or losses incurred. As committed advocates for victims’ rights across Illinois – including Ashland – we diligently enforce those rights while holding responsible parties accountable. At Carlson Bier, our primary concern is ensuring every client benefits from exceptional service throughout the entire process, thus offering peace-of-mind alongside just remuneration for your ordeal at hand. You deserve a representation that’s both thorough and effective when maneuvering through this stressful situation–and that’s exactly what Carlson Bier guarantees.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Ashland Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on offering comprehensive legal counsel for individuals who have suffered personal injuries in construction site accidents. As an established law entity in Illinois, we understand the inherent dangers and unique challenges that lurk within such work environments. Construction sites are brimming with potential hazards such as falling debris, equipment malfunctions, collapsing structures, slip-and-falls and many more.

Equipped with profound legal knowledge and extensive courtroom experience, our attorneys delve deep into every case to ensure they assess its full complexity. We endeavor to help our clients understand their rights under Illinois State Law and guide them through the often-challenging labyrinth of filing a claim or lawsuit against negligent parties.

Navigating the intricacies of construction site accident claims involves understanding key factors that contribute towards shaping an effective case:

• Nature of Injury: Severe harm like fractures, spinal cord damage, traumatic brain injuries may lead to significant economic impact due to medical expenses and lost wages.

• Viability of Claim: A viable claim requires prompt reporting of the incident backed by solid evidence (like images or videos) documenting unsafe conditions on-site.

• Role-players Involved: The duty-holders (property owners, contractors or machinery manufacturers), if proven negligent leading up to the accident could be liable for compensation.

Our esteemed professionals fight tooth and nail so that victims receive just compensation for their ordeal – including hospital bills, rehabilitation costs and loss of earnings during recovery. At times we push for non-economic damages too; compensating victims for pain & suffering caused due to third-party negligence.

In some cases where workers’ compensation isn’t enough or when injury arises from a third party’s negligence your recourse should not be limited. Under Illinois construction law sections 414/23 spare you from your company’s immunity from further liability beyond worker’s compensation in “Gravely Dangerous” circumstances such as operations involving demolition(s), altering/repair/renew/cleaning/removal, of an existing structure where they knowingly violate construction safety guidelines.

At Carlson Bier, our domineering edge lies in our client-centric methods and a commitment to service empowered by empathy. We strive not just for justice but also aim to educate you about your rights and the path ahead every step of the way.

Accidents undoubtedly cast a gloomy cloud over one’s life; affecting physical health, mental peace and financial stability. Trying times like these call for reliable allies who assure you that you are not alone in your legal battles. Engaging with expert legal representation will always be crucial towards securing maximum potential compensation after suffering from an accident at a construction site.

We understand this is time filled with confusion and uncertainty. Let us assist you through this maze. With our unwavering dedication coupled alongside your perseverance, we believe together we can emerge victorious from these trying circumstances.

Remember, knowing the value of your case can greatly affect your road to recovery both physically and financially. Now comes the most vital step – making sure that ball doesn’t drop on your claim because more than anyone else, YOU deserve justice served right! So push that button below now, reach out to us immediately – let’s evaluate how much worth YOUR case holds in all fairness under Illinois law!

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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 Ashland

Bicycle Accidents

Focused on legal services for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or perilous conditions.

Flame Wounds

Giving skilled legal help for victims of serious burn injuries caused by events or indifference.

Medical Misconduct

Providing expert legal support for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Fault

Addressing cases involving faulty products, delivering specialist legal services to consumers affected by defective items.

Aged Abuse

Protecting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to mistreatment in aged care environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall & Stumble Injuries

Expert in addressing trip accident cases, providing legal advice to victims seeking justice for their damages.

Neonatal Wounds

Extending legal assistance for households affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Incidents

Collisions: Devoted to aiding patients of car accidents gain reasonable recompense for wounds and damages.

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal advice for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

Truck Collision

Offering experienced legal advice for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for damages.

Construction Mishaps

Concentrated on supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Traumas

Committed to ensuring dedicated legal advice for victims suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Damages

Specialized in handling cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Specializing in legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering compensation.

Unfair Loss

Fighting for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and adept legal guidance to ensure restitution.

Spine Impairment

Dedicated to supporting victims with backbone trauma, offering specialized legal assistance to secure justice.

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