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When faced with the aftermath of a pedestrian accident, your paramount need is dedicated legal representation. Carlson Bier Attorneys at Law stands ready to offer that and more, bringing our sterling reputation for impeccable advocacy in pedestrian accident cases. Providing sound advice on navigating Illinois’ complex personal injury law landscape, we equip you with knowledge crucial to understand potential compensation prospects. At Carlson Bier, professional acumen converges with compassionate client service—we care for your case as much as you do. Our exhaustive experience aids us in tenaciously representing Buckley’s citizens involved in pedestrian accidents; ensuring clients access their rightful compensation efficiently and effectively is our priority. Excelling beyond standard claim settlement practices, we aim for solutions truly reflecting a victim’s trauma, factoring physical injuries and emotional suffering alike. Choosing Carlson Bier means entrusting seasoned experts sensitive towards victims’ predicaments while aggressively pursuing justice within Illinois’ exacting standards—a commitment reinforcing our position among trusted attorney groups across state lines.

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Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Buckley Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that pedestrian accidents can occur at any time and have life-altering consequences. As a reputable law firm based in Illinois, our team of seasoned personal injury lawyers is here to ensure that you receive the justice deserved. The presence of negligent drivers on our roads continues to be a constant threat to pedestrians’ safety, leading to injuries ranging from minor harm to sometimes debilitating conditions.

Pedestrian accidents are often due to recklessness or negligence on part of the driver, whether through distracted driving – perhaps by using cellphones while driving – or impairment due to alcohol or drugs. Other times it’s about blatant disregard for traffic laws such as speed limits or stop signs.

Understanding your rights as a victim of a pedestrian accident is crucial. Our experienced attorneys at Carlson Bier are ready to walk you through this process during such challenging moments.

– You may be entitled to compensation for medical bills incurred following the accident.

– If the incident resulted in forced time off work, lost wages could be included in the calculation for damages.

– Sometimes, emotional distress suffered after such trauma also entitles victims additional settlements.

It is important not only knowing these facts but also comprehending how essential it is having skilled representation during legal proceedings relating thereto. Pedestrian laws can become overly complex with multiple parties involved – drivers’ insurance companies, medical providers and even municipal entities if poorly-maintaned streets were contributing factors. To navigate this legal labyrinth effectively requires not merely familiarity with these many elements but also tactful negotiation skills when lobbying for maximum compensation on behalf of clients.

Our commitment at Carlson Bier extends beyond just securing financial restitution; we believe in providing comprehensive assistance throughout post-accident recovery journey too. Whether it involves helping arrange car rentals during vehicle repairs or working close collaboration healthcare teams ensuring proper rehabilitation measures – we aim bringing holistic relief measures complementing strict legal recourse taken against those responsible.

Nobody should go through such overwhelming experiences alone. The passion that fuels us at Carlson Bier is restoring normalcy to our client’s lives after an unfortunate event, and primary among this involves securing deserved financial compensation necessary for covering damages incurred.

Moreover, it’s important noting that strict timelines apply when filing personal injury claims stemming pedestrian accidents Illinois. Hence promptly seeking proper legal advice post-accident not only increases chances winning cases but also helps avoid possible foreclosure on rightful claims due late submission before specified statute limitations expires.

The legal process can be complex and daunting, particularly during what could already be a stressful time. Let Carlson Bier handle the legalities while you focus wholly on recovery. Our undisputed track record of strong advocacy for accident victims speaks volumes about our shared commitment towards ensuring justice prevails.

Trust in our vast experience handling cases similar to yours – we ensure every detail is meticulously scrutinized for the most compelling representation. With an empathetic approach backed by professional tenacity, we strive against all odds to ensure your rights are upheld without compromise in the pursuit of justice.

If you’ve been involved in a pedestrian accident or lost a loved one due to reckless driving, Carlson Bier attorneys are here as trusted advocates ready to help navigate the path back towards stability again amid life aftermath such tragic instances tends leaving wake its occurrence.

Take that crucial first step toward getting your life back on track today. We invite you to click on the button below to find out how much your case could potentially be worth – providing clarity during these trying times; merely another way Carlson Bier takes pride with surpassing clients’ expectation when given opportunities championing their cause… Always remember: At Carlson Bier – We turn Negligence into Justice!

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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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Bicycle Accidents

Specializing in legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or perilous conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Supplying skilled legal advice for victims of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Clinical Misconduct

Providing dedicated legal support for clients affected by healthcare malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Accountability

Managing cases involving problematic products, providing specialist legal services to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Malpractice

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

Fall and Stumble Mishaps

Professional in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking recovery for their damages.

Childbirth Damages

Offering legal support for households affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Accidents

Accidents: Focused on guiding patients of car accidents receive reasonable remuneration for damages and losses.

Scooter Accidents

Committed to providing legal advice for victims involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

18-Wheeler Crash

Ensuring adept legal support for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for hurts.

Worksite Collisions

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

Head Traumas

Expert in offering dedicated legal representation for patients suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Traumas

Specialized in addressing cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Dedicated to legal advocacy for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Fatality

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and professional legal services to ensure restitution.

Backbone Trauma

Dedicated to advocating for persons with paralysis, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure justice.

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