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About Carlson Bier Associates

When unfortunate Slip and Fall Accidents occur in Braceville, the dedicated team at Carlson Bier is poised to provide unparalleled legal support. We understand the pain that such accidents can bring both physically and emotionally. Our firm’s seasoned attorneys are well-versed in comprehending the intricacies of Illinois law surrounding Slip and Fall incidents, advocating tirelessly for your rights. At Carlson Bier, we help victims gain rightful compensation for their injuries through meticulous investigation and aggressive representation. By meticulously reviewing every case detail together with local experts like medical professionals or curve specialists – our aim is securing maximum recovery on behalf of our clients while minimizing stress during this difficult time. With compassion at the core of our practice, we stand by each client from start to finish ensuring they’re not alone in their fight for justice after a slip & fall accident. In choosing Carlson Bier as your legal ally following a slip-and-fall accident., you entrusted your battle into capable hands whose primary focus lies firmly on serving justice fluidly within legal scopes without compromise.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Braceville Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, your trusted personal injury law firm in Illinois. Our focus is assisting victims of different types of accidents, including Slip and Fall incidents, to seek legal redress for their injuries swiftly and effectively. Understanding the basics of these incidents can be instrumental in assessing your position during a personal injury claim.

Slip and fall accidents generally occur when someone unintentionally loses their footing due to an unsafe condition on another person’s property. This precarious situation can lead to mild or severe physical harm – ranging from bruises and sprains to broken bones or even traumatic brain injuries. Under premises liability laws, if you’ve fallen and seriously injured yourself due to dangerous conditions that a property owner negligently failed to correct or warn about, you may have grounds for a legitimate slip-and-fall claim.

Here at Carlson Bier, we’re steadfast advocates for injured clients navigating the complex world of slip-and-fall-related claims. Our expert team provides comprehensive legal counsel throughout each phase of case development:

• Initial consultation: We thoroughly review your case circumstances,

• Case preparation: Gathering pertinent information such as medical documents and eyewitness testimony.

• Negotiation & litigation: Actively pursuing maximal compensation while ensuring all parties are held accountable.

Illinois law stipulates that slip-and-fall accident cases usually need filing within two years from the date of the incident. Failure to do so could result in losing your right to pursue legal action altogether; it’s always prudent starting this process sooner rather than later. Remember – time is truly of essence when it comes down safeguarding your rights after enduring a slip-and-fall mishap.

The subsequent steps after asserting a claim are dictated by numerous factors like extent severity of injuries incurred along with potential long-term implications linked towards them (e.g., will this force you out from work? Alter lifestyle permanently?). With us by your side though rest assured knowing we’ll gravely investigate every aspect thereby securing just recompense warranted by individual case circumstances.

At Carlson Bier, we empower our clients by equipping them with the necessary knowledge to make informed decisions about their cases. We believe in levelling the legal playing field through education. Hence, if you’ve fallen victim to a slip and fall accident – remember:

• Document everything: Jot down details about the incident while they’re fresh in your mind.

• Seek medical attention immediately: Even if injuries seem trivial or unobservable.

• Consult experienced legal counsel without delay: The sooner you have a competent personal injury lawyer on your side, the better protected your interests will be.

Navigating post-accident insurance complications can be challenging; our team is aptly skilled at handling these cumbersome tasks. From dealing with adamant insurances companies reluctant to recognize claims or providing elaborate explanations aimed at demeaning victims’ injuries – we tirelessly labor towards ensuring every client gets justice they rightly deserve.

Transparency regarding fees is vital to us – there’s no charge unless compensation secured for you, ensuring that individuals from all walks of life have fair access defending their rights.

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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 Braceville

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Expert in legal support for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' lack of care or unsafe conditions.

Fire Traumas

Supplying expert legal advice for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Clinical Carelessness

Providing experienced legal assistance for clients affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Liability

Taking on cases involving problematic products, providing adept legal guidance to clients affected by defective items.

Senior Malpractice

Supporting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Fall and Tumble Injuries

Professional in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking redress for their losses.

Childbirth Harms

Offering legal assistance for households affected by medical negligence resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Accidents

Incidents: Dedicated to supporting victims of car accidents secure appropriate payout for harms and harm.

Bike Collisions

Committed to providing legal assistance for individuals involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Big Rig Accident

Extending specialist legal representation for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for damages.

Construction Crashes

Focused on advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or misconduct.

Cerebral Traumas

Dedicated to ensuring dedicated legal assistance for victims suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Harms

Skilled in managing cases for clients who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Dedicated to legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Demise

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and adept legal support to ensure redress.

Backbone Impairment

Specializing in defending individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering expert legal guidance to secure compensation.

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