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About Carlson Bier Associates

Have you been an unfortunate victim of a slip and fall accident in Berwyn? Choose Carlson Bier – your dependable advocate in these difficult circumstances. Our expertise lies extensively within the sphere of personal injury law, with special focus on Slip And Fall Accidents. Backed by decades of experience serving clients just like you, our team has consistently achieved successful resolutions due to their commitment, aptitude and understanding toward each unique case they undertake.

With a reputation for exceptional client service across Illinois, we have helped numerous individuals obtain fair compensation for medical costs, lost wages and other related expenses post-accidents. Meticulous attention to detail sets us apart as each case is handled delically yet vigorously making sure that justice prevails.

Our unparalleled knowledge base amassed over the years places us indisputably at the top when seeking legal representation after suffering from such accidents.Your health carries irreplaceable value; allow us to fight on your behalf while you recover. Don’t delay – call Carlson Bier today and let our dedicated attorneys work tirelessly towards securing the favorable outcome that you deserve in any slip or fall incident.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Berwyn Illinois

Slip and Fall accidents are not mere everyday mishaps; they can lead to serious injuries that stress you physically, emotionally and financially. At Carlson Bier, our job is to guide you through this highly complex area of law in Illinois as we strive relentlessly for the justice and compensation you deserve.

A Slip and Fall accident can take place anywhere; at your place of work, visit to a restaurant or store, or even within an apartment building. The results of the fall depend on the severity of the slip but can range from non-serious injuries such as sprains or bruises to grave consequences like fractures or head injuries. It’s in these testing times that you need a strong representation from lawyers who understand personal injury law intimately – attorneys like us at Carlson Bier.

After all, when it comes to making a claim after such an incident, there are numerous factors that you need to consider:

• Establishing fault: Did neglect cause your fall?

• Documenting evidence: Were there any witnesses? Do surveillance cameras cover where the accident occurred?

• Medical records: What were your specific injuries resulting from the fall?

Our team at Carlson Bier is adept at conversations with insurance companies, establishing evidence chain and every other conceivable aspect related to slip and fall cases. We go beyond expectations in assessing who was responsible for your safety during the time of your accident which could be property owners owing to scenarios involving lack of proper maintenance leading up to hazards causing slipping, tripping or falling accidents.

Injuries sustained due to slip and falls have legal consequences too; being aware about premises liability laws in Illinois helps. These laws require landowners – whether commercial or residential properties- ensure safe conditions for everyone on their grounds. If due diligence isn’t exercised by property owners regarding this obligation then they may be liable for damages pertaining slips & falls occurring within their establishment’s boundaries.

One key fact relating specifically to Illinois state law worth noting is that there exists a limitation period for these personal injury claims. Currently, the window is two years from the date of your accident. Navigating this critical timing aspect is something we can assist with at Carlson Bier.

It’s also important to recognize that compensation amounts vary depending on the gravity of your injuries and their impact on your lifestyle and ability to work. Restitution could range from covering medical bills to recovering loss wages due to resulting disability or even emotional distress factoring into post-accident mental health issues like anxiety/depression. It’s our commitment at Carlson Bier to have these delicate conversations with you and chart out an aggressive litigation strategy aimed at achieving maximum possible payout for your ordeal.

We firmly believe in empowering our clients with information so that together we can make sound decisions about pursuing legal recourse after such traumatic experiences as slip and falls. We equally understand that it’s challenging to retain vast quantities of information during trying times thus by harboring no illusion about how severe consequences stemming from slips & falls are, we aim only for excellence while advocating on behalf of injured clients seeking rightful compensation through initiation of robust legal action against negligent parties involved.

Never let anyone downplay your suffering because of their negligence. Click on the button below now, claim what’s rightfully yours; let us help you determine just how much your case is worth—and then relentlessly fight alongside you every step along the way until justice has been served!

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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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Slip & Fall Accidents FAQ​

The most common causes of slip and fall accidents in Chicago include:

  • Wet or slippery floors: This could include spills, leaks, and snow and ice.
  • Uneven surfaces: This could include potholes, cracks in the pavement, and loose floorboards.
  • Poor lighting: This could make it difficult to see hazards on the ground.
  • Obstructions: This could include cords, boxes, and other objects that are in the way.

If you have a slip and fall 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 the property owner or manager. This will create a record of the accident and help you build your case if you decide to file a lawsuit.
  • Take pictures of the scene of the accident. This will help you document what happened and build your case if you decide to file a lawsuit.
  • Contact a slip and fall accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a slip and fall 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 property owner or manager if you believe they were negligent in maintaining the property.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a slip and fall 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 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 slip and fall 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 Berwyn

Cycling Mishaps

Expert in legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Burn Injuries

Offering adept legal assistance for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Clinical Carelessness

Extending expert legal support for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Liability

Dealing with cases involving problematic products, offering specialist legal assistance to consumers affected by harmful products.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

Representing the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring fairness.

Tumble & Slip Injuries

Adept in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to victims seeking justice for their injuries.

Childbirth Damages

Delivering legal help for kin affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Auto Incidents

Accidents: Dedicated to supporting sufferers of car accidents receive equitable compensation for wounds and harm.

Motorcycle Collisions

Dedicated to providing representation for victims involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for damages.

Semi Crash

Offering experienced legal services for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for hurts.

Construction Incidents

Concentrated on assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Neurological Harms

Committed to ensuring dedicated legal advice for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Injuries

Expertise in tackling cases for victims who have suffered injuries from dog bites or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Dedicated to legal support for joggers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering claims.

Wrongful Passing

Advocating for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying empathetic and adept legal representation to ensure fairness.

Neural Trauma

Dedicated to assisting patients with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal assistance to secure recovery.

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