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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you’ve experienced a construction site accident in Assumption, securing expert legal assistance is paramount. Carlson Bier, a renowned personal injury attorney group specializing in construction site accidents, can be your steadfast ally during these challenging times. Boasting incredible expertise and an impressive track record of successful case-results across Illinois, Carlson Bier’s skilled team have unparalleled knowledge navigating the intricacies within this niche field of law — making them the best consideration for your needs.

From falls to equipment-related injuries and beyond; their comprehensive understanding of industry safety standards provides an exhaustive insight into various aspects crucial for advocating rights effectively. Furthermore, fighting against corporations or insurance companies single-handedly could leave you exposed to lowball offers denying rightful compensation; therefore enlisting proficient help from our experts becomes essential.

By guaranteeing personalized attention at every step along with relentless commitment towards success, choosing Carlson Bier as your ultimate resource strengthens chances exponentially in attaining apt restitution after unfortunate incidences on-site.

Choose strength. Choose expertise. Let Carlson Bier guide you through each stage of claiming justice for your workplace accidents so that rebuilding life thereafter isn’t just wishful thinking but a reality soon-to-be-accomplished!

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Assumption Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, where our primary aim is defending and asserting the rights of individuals who have fallen victim to construction site accidents in Illinois. As a well-established personal injury law firm based within the state, we offer all-encompassing legal assistance – from client consultation to courtroom representation.

Construction sites are notorious for their hazardous conditions and upholding safety precautions is non-negotiable. However, accidents do happen due to various reasons such as equipment malfunctions, negligence or lack of appropriate training. These unfortunate incidents often lead to severe injuries and sometimes even fatality.

• The first point to be noticed is how vital it is not just for your physical wellbeing but also legally crucial that you immediately report any job-site accident

• Document everything possible; this includes obtaining medical records detailing injuries sustained

• Employers or contractors may try protecting their interests which might not align with yours so never sign anything until you’ve consulted with us

• Most importantly; know that time is of the essence as there’s a statute of limitations

As experienced attorneys specializing in personal injury laws related specifically to construction site mishaps, our team at Carlson Bier can clarify about workers’ compensation and third-party liability claims on behalf of victims like yourself suffering through no fault of your character.

Workers’ Compensation Claims: Construction site employees injured while performing job-related tasks are generally eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. At Carlson Bier, apart from guiding you through filing procedures we’ll also work on ensuring maximum compensation recovery.

Third-Party Liability Claims: We’ll look into culpability aspects closely if someone else besides your employer bears responsibility for the accident e.g., subcontractors or equipment manufacturers. You could potentially file a third-party liability claim over and above receiving workers’ comp benefits.

The dedicated team at Carlson Bier aims compassionately yet aggressively assisting clients throughout legal proceedings associated with seeking recompense after severe personal injuries from construction site mishaps.

In the profound aftermath of a construction site accident, securing sound legal representation is critical. The attorneys at Carlson Bier ensure your rights are protected while assisting every step along the journey to seek compensation for such incidents that lead to loss of wages, hefty medical bills or future rehabilitation costs.

At our offices, we understand pain – both mental and physical – that victims endure due to workplace accidents; hence we strive tenaciously without compromising on the quality of support provided throughout this challenging process. With an iron-clad commitment to justice for those most severely affected by negligence on construction sites, the seasoned lawyers at our firm relentlessly pursue cases ensuring that you receive appropriate restitution owed by either employers or third-parties responsible.

Regardless if it’s an appeal against denied workers’ compensation claims or investigating further possibilities via third-party liability claims, each client’s situation garners meticulous attention from our skilled team guaranteeing personalized service tailored effectively addressing unique needs invoked by individual circumstances faced post-accident.

Now that you have valuable knowledge about how Carlson Bier can assist in personal injury cases related specifically connecting with construction site mishaps, we urge you not to delay any longer checking whether your case qualifies for reimbursement assistance.

Click the button below right away and discover exact worthiness through our specialized professional analysis eliminating uncertainties prevalent after painful experiences often recurring following significant trauma induced by such unfortunate events rampant within industry-related workplaces across Illinois.

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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 Assumption

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Dedicated to legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or risky conditions.

Burn Burns

Extending adept legal help for sufferers of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Healthcare Carelessness

Ensuring professional legal support for patients affected by healthcare malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Items Liability

Dealing with cases involving faulty products, extending specialist legal help to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Malpractice

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in care facilities environments, ensuring fairness.

Trip & Stumble Mishaps

Specialist in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking justice for their injuries.

Newborn Injuries

Offering legal assistance for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Crashes: Devoted to aiding patients of car accidents receive fair recompense for damages and damages.

Bike Accidents

Committed to providing legal advice for victims involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

Big Rig Mishap

Offering professional legal representation for victims involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate claims for hurts.

Building Accidents

Focused on supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Neurological Harms

Expert in offering compassionate legal support for victims suffering from head injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Injuries

Expertise in dealing with cases for people who have suffered damages from dog bites or animal attacks.

Jogger Collisions

Specializing in legal support for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Wrongful Death

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, providing empathetic and expert legal representation to ensure justice.

Backbone Harm

Focused on supporting individuals with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal support to secure redress.

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