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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to seeking representation after a car accident, trust only the stalwarts with an immaculate record and unwavering dedication within Illinois – Carlson Bier. Our seasoned attorneys understand the complexities of automotive mishap cases, offering personalized recovery strategies tailored to your unique situation. Navigate through intricate procedural roadblocks under our expert guidance that stands tall on years of legal proficiency; Carlson Bier ensures your rights are never compromised. We grasp how catastrophic accidents can leave imprints beyond physical harm – affecting mental wellbeing and precipitating financial burdens due to lost wages or medical bills. The team at Carlson Bier assesses every facet diligently accounting for current expenses and future impacts when preparing claims aimed at comprehensive compensation for you. While traversing these challenging paths, isn’t it comforting knowing someone adeptly fighting your corner? Choosing us eliminates second guesses – as we formulate strong defenses while maintaining heartfelt empathy towards all clients’ predicaments – making sure you feel heard, valued,and cared throughout this adversary process Trust in Carlson Bier’s commitment to securing justice for car accident victims across Illinois.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Braidwood Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on being the leading personal injury attorneys in Illinois. We offer comprehensive legal services with a deep specialization in car accident cases. Our reputation for professionalism, empathy and successful outcomes are testament to our unwavering dedication to our clients’ rights and well-being.

Did you know that every year over 6 million car accidents occur in the US alone? The majority of these result in serious damage and more than one third lead to injuries; some even have fatal consequences. Moreover, statistics reveal that most people will experience at least one major vehicular accident during their lifetime. This is where experienced legal representation becomes uniquely important – navigating the complex waters of compensation claims requires expert knowledge and skill.

We understand that after a traumatic vehicle collision, victims can find themselves lost amidst medical bills, repair costs, loss of income and pain suffering. At such challenging times you need someone who has your interests at heart; who can guide you through every step of the process from presenting clear information about potential suits related to your case all the way through final settlement or verdict.

Key points on ensuring optimum results from your case involve:

– Prompt and thorough investigation: We prefer taking action as soon as possible following an accident to prevent loss or fouling of critical evidences.

– Accurate case assessment: With decades of combined professional experience under our belt, we ensure accurate assessment avoiding missing out on entitled compensations.

– Rightful blame establishment: In many cases fault is obvious but sometimes it takes deep investigation by experienced lawyers like us to establish rightful blame.

– Clear presentation of damages: Clearly executing facts showing how crash has negatively impacted health finances lifestyle could be key not just winning but also maximizing compensations received.

In a nutshell, we’re dedicated professionals equipped with expertise gained through numerous courtroom battles against challenging adversaries – battling insurance companies looking for quick low settlements rather than justly resolving individual emotional physical hardships post tragedies unfolding often due negligent behaviour or careless actions.

To this, we promise 100% commitment and a relentless pursuit for justice. Our goal is to get you the highest financial compensation possible so that you can focus on recovery and rehabilitation; a future free from the worry of how to meet day-to-day expenses.

Ultimately, if you’ve been involved in a car accident, you have rights under Illinois law. Ensure that your rights are upheld – gain expert assistance from Carlson Bier personal injury attorneys who know precisely how to present your case effectively convincingly stand up unyielding adversaries aiming for rightful justified outcomes.

So why choose us? Not only do we bring partnerships dedication proven record successes table but we also pride ourselves on understanding sensitivity towards personal stresses involved during these trying times care stay mindful throughout legal journey ahead each client’s specific requirements needs.

We invite you now to take action. Click the button below to find out an estimate of what your case could be worth with our proficient handling. Why wait any longer when help and potentially significant compensation is just a click away? Allow us at Carlson Bier the honor and privilege of serving your rights and nurturing your path back to normalcy.

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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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Car Accident FAQ​

The most common causes of car accidents in Chicago include:

  • Driver negligence: This includes distracted driving, speeding, and failing to yield.
  • Road conditions: Potholes, uneven pavement, and other road hazards can cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles.
  • Vehicle defects: Defective vehicles can cause accidents in a variety of ways.
  • Weather conditions: Rain, snow, and ice can make roads slick and dangerous.

If you are involved in a car 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.
  • Exchange information with the other driver. Get their name, address, insurance information, and license plate number.
  • 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.
  • Report the accident to the police. This will create a record of the accident and help you get help if you need it.
  • Contact a car accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a car 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 driver who caused your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a car 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.

In a car 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.

     

    Property damage: This includes the cost of repairing or replacing your vehicle.

    Punitive damages: These damages are awarded to punish the defendant for egregious or reckless conduct.

The statute of limitations for car 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 Braidwood

Bicycle Collisions

Dedicated to legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others' recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Scald Wounds

Offering specialist legal support for victims of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Healthcare Incompetence

Ensuring expert legal advice for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Obligation

Managing cases involving faulty products, providing specialist legal help to clients affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Neglect

Supporting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to neglect in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Fall & Slip Mishaps

Professional in handling tumble accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking restitution for their injuries.

Newborn Traumas

Extending legal guidance for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Accidents

Incidents: Committed to aiding sufferers of car accidents secure just settlement for injuries and damages.

Motorbike Crashes

Specializing in providing representation for individuals involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for damages.

18-Wheeler Crash

Extending expert legal services for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just recompense for injuries.

Construction Accidents

Focused on advocating for workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or misconduct.

Head Harms

Committed to extending professional legal assistance for patients suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Damages

Proficient in handling cases for persons who have suffered traumas from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Mishaps

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

Unfair Death

Striving for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and professional legal guidance to ensure redress.

Neural Injury

Expert in advocating for persons with spine impairments, offering professional legal services to secure settlement.

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