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If you or a loved one has experienced a slip and fall accident in Brooklyn, it’s essential that you seek the expertise of an attorney who knows the nuances that surround these types of cases. Accidents like this can cause serious injuries, including fractures, brain damage or even death. Here at Carlson Bier, we are dedicated to working tirelessly for our clients who have encountered such incidents due to another party’s negligence.

As Illinois-based attorneys, with vast experience navigating through slip and fall accidents lawsuits across different jurisdictions including Brooklyn; we leverage our profound understanding clarifying liability issues surrounding complex laws intertwined within such situations. With our meticulous attention to detail during evidence gathering coupled with aggressive representation in courtrooms; achieving considerably favourable compensations for medical expenses, lost wages and emotional distress faced by victims becomes substantially probable.

With Carlson Bier on your side – You would have lawyers striving for justice relentlessly till satisfactory verdicts get dispensed easing not only financial burdens but providing restitution towards affected lives involved as well. Trust us to bring your deserved justice closer while ensuring you retain dignity throughout this process; We are Carlson Bier – The reliable choice when experience counts!

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Brooklyn Illinois

If one has sustained an injury due to a Slip and Fall accident, it’s important to recognize that these predicaments are often the result of someone else’s negligence or disregard for safety standards. Carlson Bier, a distinguished personal injury lawyer group in Illinois, provides impeccable support and legal representation for victims of such unfortunate events.

A Slip and Fall Accident happens when an individual slips or trips and ultimately sustains injuries on another person’s property primarily because of improper maintenance, poor construction, cluttered walkways, wet surfaces or inadequate lighting. While the severity of injuries may range from minor bruises to serious fractures and head trauma, it’s essential to understand that every victim is entitled to seek legal redress regardless of how insignificant their injuries may seem at first glance.

As part of our mission at Carlson Bier, we want you to have a clear understanding about crucial aspects revolving around Slip and Fall accidents:

• What qualifies as negligence: For instance, you slipped on unlabeled wet floors inside a store or tripped over improperly stacked goods.

• Types of compensation available: This can include medical bills costs (present & future), loss wages if unable to work etc.

• Time limits for filing claims: In Illinois under personal injury field rules encompassing slip and fall accidents typically give victims two years from date of the incident.

Navigating through legal processes after sustaining injuries amid all the physical pain & emotional distress can be daunting. That is where Carlson Bier steps in with ceaseless dedication towards ensuring your rights are not trampled upon while striving ardently for maximum compensation against responsible parties. We boast vast experience dealing flawlessly with complex technicalities present within personal injury laws – no matter how intricate your case might appear at first glance.

We encourage everyone not only those already bearing brunt dire consequences arising from others’ negligent actions but also those willing learn adopt preventive measures against potential risks associated with Slip-and-Fall accidents increase their awareness here today. Fundamental elements discussed, like understanding the premises liability law which typically holds property owners and residents liable for accidents and injuries that occur on their property; in certain scenarios even third-party contractors tasked with maintenance amongst others could be held accountable.

With our prompt consultation, clients achieve deeper insights into various debilitating repercussions associated with slip-and-fall accidents, including mental anguish such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Depression intermingled with physical pain – all of which are potential grounds for justified compensation claims when applicable.

Personalizing your experience matters to us. In Carlson Bier we instill unflinching commitment to deciphering individual needs then mix match it precisely suiting statutes under Illinois jurisdiction bringing forth most effective legal strategy ensuring desired outcome hand in hand addressing all possible issues at stake imperatively.

Rather than bearing the burden alone, let expert attorneys from Carlson Bier guide you through the complexities of personal injury laws by drawing upon years of experience and a deep understanding of the unique subtleties related to Slip-and-Fall accident cases within Illinois. Interested in finding out what your case might be worth? We encourage you to click on the button below eagerly waiting to demystify how much your case is actually worth and further understand various remedies available under Illinois personal injury law auspices.

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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 Brooklyn

Bicycle Incidents

Focused on legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or risky conditions.

Burn Wounds

Supplying expert legal advice for people of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or recklessness.

Hospital Incompetence

Ensuring experienced legal assistance for patients affected by healthcare malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Accountability

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, offering skilled legal support to victims affected by harmful products.

Senior Misconduct

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

Stumble and Tumble Injuries

Expert in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal services to victims seeking justice for their losses.

Childbirth Wounds

Offering legal aid for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in newborn injuries.

Auto Incidents

Accidents: Committed to assisting clients of car accidents receive equitable compensation for harms and damages.

Bike Crashes

Focused on providing legal services for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for injuries.

Truck Incident

Ensuring experienced legal support for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing fair recovery for hurts.

Construction Site Accidents

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

Head Harms

Dedicated to offering specialized legal support for individuals suffering from head injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Damages

Proficient in addressing cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Accidents

Focused on legal advocacy for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Unwarranted Fatality

Fighting for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and skilled legal services to ensure restitution.

Spine Damage

Focused on supporting clients with paralysis, offering compassionate legal services to secure settlement.

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