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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’ve been involved in a Construction Site Accident in Atwood, it’s essential to have a trusted legal partner by your side. Carlson Bier, respected for strategically managing Construction Site Accident cases, draws on unparalleled experience and expertise that sets them apart from others. Our knowledgeable attorneys understand how each accident can disrupt lives causing emotional trauma and financial hardship. With careful attention to the unique nuances of your case, we help guide victims through various complexities of Illinois personal injury law to fight for just compensation they rightfully deserve.

Realizing every moment counts when faced with devastating circumstances following an accident; Carlson Bier compassionately moves swiftly yet assiduously in pursuit of justice. Leveraging our stalwart tenacity towards ensuring fairness permeates clients’ lives post-accident distinguishes us as strongly considered attorneys for construction site accidents.

Our strong reputation built on progressive victories indicates why many choose Carlson Bier when requiring legal support following construction site mishaps proving detrimental. In this challenging time suffice it is to say: choosing experienced representation means choosing peace after chaos–Carlson Bier is precisely that choice.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Atwood Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are dedicated to advocating on your behalf as a cadre of highly skilled personal injury attorneys in Illinois. Our profound competency lies in handling cases related to Construction Site Accidents, amongst other specialties. These accidents can be devastating, not only causing physical pain and suffering but also leading to overwhelming financial burdens because of medical expenses and lost wages.

Exploring the realm of Construction Site Accidents is paramount due for potential clients like yourself. By being informed, you’re already a step ahead in understanding your rights and recognizing any liability issues at hand. Foremost, construction sites present an array of alarming hazards including falling debris, improperly secured scaffolding, electrical malfunctions or unguarded heavy machinery. As safety is a fundamental requirement for workers, breach of protocols by contractors or sub-contractors can lead to grave injuries or even loss of life.

• Falling Debris: Loose debris on higher floors can pose deadly threats if it falls onto workers beneath.

• Improperly Secured Scaffolding: Poorly installed or maintained scaffolding could lead to dire slips or falls.

• Electrical Malfunctions: Faulty wiring left unprotected could electrocute unsuspecting workers.

• Unguarded Heavy Machinery: Mishandled machinery without proper instructions or safeguards may result in crushing incidents or disfigurement.

The complexity pertaining lawsuits involving these accidents mandates professional navigation through potent legal hurdles which you’d face while trying to recover compensation for hospital bills, rehabilitation costs as well as pain and suffering endured resulting from such traumatic incidents.

At Carlson Bier, we strive diligently towards facilitating our clientele’s cases with thorough investigation into each accident scene alongside expert accident reconstructionists to foster evidentiary support over your claim case needs utmost clarity compelling need for caster evidence wins the day combined deep knowledge We pay meticulous attention examining site maintenance records scrutinize equipment logs delve into safety training provided ascertain protocol adherence whilst uncovering failures pivotal aspects misguided neglect wrongdoing

In parallel, we ardently address insurance companies launching your claim for rightful compensation. We persevere relentlessly in the face of possible initial denial through negotiation strategies crafted from experience and determination gained over years of successful representation in injury law.

Navigating the intricate process of filing for worker’s compensation following a construction site accident is daunting, especially when juggling with physical recovery or dealing with traumatic stress. You need not do it alone. At Carlson Bier, our expertise would serve to manage these challenging aspects while you primarily focus on regaining health and stability post-trauma.

Equipped with robust experience bolstered by solid case-winning strategies, we are committed to providing our clients outstanding legal support along this complex journey. By creating a supportive environment that lessens your burdens and improves your prospects at every stage of litigation, we nurture client-attorney relationships based on empathetic understanding and mutual trust.

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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 Atwood

Bike Collisions

Expert in legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or risky conditions.

Flame Traumas

Providing specialist legal support for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Hospital Carelessness

Ensuring experienced legal support for victims affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Fault

Taking on cases involving faulty products, delivering expert legal services to customers affected by product malfunctions.

Elder Abuse

Protecting the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in aged care environments, ensuring fairness.

Stumble and Fall Mishaps

Adept in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking justice for their suffering.

Newborn Traumas

Extending legal support for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Motor Accidents

Mishaps: Focused on helping individuals of car accidents obtain appropriate payout for hurts and destruction.

Bike Collisions

Focused on providing legal services for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring just recovery for harm.

Trucking Incident

Offering experienced legal advice for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recovery for hurts.

Building Mishaps

Dedicated to supporting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Brain Impairments

Committed to extending expert legal representation for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Traumas

Specialized in managing cases for victims who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Focused on legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering restitution.

Wrongful Passing

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and expert legal support to ensure compensation.

Backbone Trauma

Committed to assisting persons with spine impairments, offering expert legal services to secure recovery.

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