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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’ve been injured due to defective or dangerous products in Byron, Carlson Bier can help. Our experienced team of Products Liability attorneys are passionate about championing the rights of consumers and fighting for justice on your behalf. At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on proven results with a successful track record involving complex product liability cases – whether it’s faulty machinery, unsafe toys or hazardous household items causing harm. We’re meticulous in gathering evidence and building robust cases that present indisputable facts to prove negligence by manufacturers or suppliers. With our deep understanding of Illinois law and commitment towards protecting consumer rights, we tackle each product liability case systematically while maintaining an open line of communication with our clients – keeping you informed every step of the way. As seasoned advocates in the industry employing innovative strategies tailored uniquely for each client’s situation; choosing Carlson Bier ensures expert legal representation aiming at obtaining maximum compensation possible under Illinois law! Always remember when dealing with Product Liability issues in Byron – Your Fight is Our Fight!

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Products Liability Lawyers in Byron Illinois

As a renowned personal injury attorney group in Illinois, Carlson Bier is exceptionally experienced in various aspects of personal injury law, and paramount among these is Products Liability. Products Liability refers to the legal responsibility imposed on manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, retailers, or anyone who makes a product available to the public for any damage those products may cause.

At Carlson Bier our expert attorneys seek justice for individuals harmed by defective products. Whether your injury resulted from design defects, manufacturing defects, or inadequate warnings/instructions issues with consumer goods. We are committed to providing accurate legal guidance and aggressively advocating on your behalf.

Design defects refer to inherent flaws in a product’s blueprint that present unnecessary risks even when manufactured properly. For example, an electronic device designed without adequate insulation that results in users occasionally being shocked would be considered to have a design defect.

Manufacturing defects occur during the production process and deviate from either the product’s intended design or identical products which met specifications correctly but were inadvertently altered during assembly or production stage resulting in potential harm.

Inadequate warning/instruction defects relate specifically where consumers are not sufficiently informed about possible harmful effects of using a product; this includes ambiguous instructions leading to misuse and dangerous outcomes.

It’s important to understand under Illinois law there are several defenses that businesses may aver against you following an injury caused by their products:

– Product alteration: If it’s proven that you had altered the product after it leaving manufacturer control potentially causing fault.

– Assumption of risk: If you were aware of defects yet willingly choose to use this flawed item.

– Statute of limitations: Limiting duration within which claims can be filed stemming from such injuries.

Remember every case is unique requiring thorough investigation discerning key factors needed influencing final verdict – Ensuring assignment of liability where due while securing maximum possible compensation as reparation for endured harm and anguish

Our consummate knowledge equips us aptly deciphering complexities often associated establishing breach of warranty, true product design defects hence not only simplifying processes but also increasing chances significantly in your favor. Our firm’s stature translating into formidable representation boosting potency negotiating settlements with insurance companies or dissecting details meticulously if litigation becomes essential.

At Carlson Bier, we do not just handle cases—we handle people. We understand that behind every case lies a real individual with real concerns. Our attorneys are committed to offering each client personalized attention—giving due importance to their individual needs while relentlessly pursuing justice for them.

Compensation can cover medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering among other expenses you’ve incurred due to such an unfortunate incident making it pertinent seek qualified assistance swiftly setting wheels of justice rolling for your rightful entitlements

Our law firm believes everyone deserves quality legal representation irrespective status or financial condition thus ensuring our attorney fees coming directly from settlement winnings – meaning we don’t get paid unless you do granting potential clients abundant confidence venturing into litigation.

Leave behind the fear of faulty products wreaking havoc on your well-being. Carlson Bier is professionally equipped and personally dedicated to securing the compensation you deserve as a victim of defective goods

In Illinois – You have rights! Never forget this cardinal principle; append strength-to-strength by entrusting your products liability claim with experienced hands so unafraid demanding accountability while safeguarding consumer interests energetically. Allow our years of professional proficiency act in preserving your future.

Why wait? The key to unlock substantial compensations for endured damages may lie right beneath these words dwelling over numerous nuances shaping products liability laws. Click on the button below to delicately decipher specificities relating to your situation determining quantum potentially relegated. Learn exactly what Carlson Bier can offer — Discover today how much value your case might hold waiting unlocked delivering deserved rectifications ushering balance restoring uninterrupted tranquility back into life

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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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Product liability is the legal responsibility of manufacturers, distributors, sellers, and suppliers for injuries caused by defective products.

The three main types of product liability claims are:

  • Manufacturing defects: These defects occur during the manufacturing process and cause the product to be unsafe.
  • Design defects: These defects exist in the design of the product and make it inherently unsafe.
  • Marketing defects: These defects occur when the manufacturer or seller fails to adequately warn consumers about the dangers of the product.

The signs and symptoms of a product liability injury can vary depending on the type of product that caused the injury. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Physical injuries: These could include cuts, bruises, burns, fractures, and other injuries.
  • Property damage: This could include damage to your home, car, or other belongings.
  • Economic losses: These could include lost wages, medical expenses, and other financial losses.

The treatment options for product liability injuries will vary depending on the severity of the injuries. However, some common treatment options include:

  • Surgery: Surgery may be required to repair injuries that were caused by a defective product.
  • Physical therapy: Physical therapy may be required to help patients regain their strength and mobility after suffering an injury.
  • Occupational therapy: Occupational therapy may be required to help patients learn to perform activities of daily living after suffering an injury.
  • Medications: Medications may be required to treat pain and other symptoms of product liability injuries.

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit for a product liability injury if you have been injured due to a defective product. A product liability lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

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Areas of Practice in Byron

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Focused on legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Burn Damages

Giving professional legal assistance for victims of serious burn injuries caused by events or carelessness.

Physician Misconduct

Providing professional legal representation for persons affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Accountability

Managing cases involving faulty products, providing adept legal help to clients affected by harmful products.

Nursing Home Malpractice

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to neglect in elderly care environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip & Fall Accidents

Specialist in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking justice for their suffering.

Infant Wounds

Extending legal guidance for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Accidents

Crashes: Devoted to helping patients of car accidents get equitable recompense for wounds and destruction.

Motorbike Accidents

Focused on providing representation for victims involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for harm.

Truck Collision

Ensuring adept legal representation for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for injuries.

Construction Site Accidents

Committed to supporting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or negligence.

Neurological Injuries

Focused on delivering specialized legal support for victims suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Traumas

Skilled in handling cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from dog bites or beast attacks.

Jogger Mishaps

Focused on legal representation for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Passing

Standing up for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and adept legal support to ensure fairness.

Vertebral Trauma

Committed to supporting persons with paralysis, offering compassionate legal services to secure justice.

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