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About Carlson Bier Associates

When unfortunate incidents occur at a construction site in Cambria, it’s vital to have proficient legal representation on your side. Carlson Bier offers extensive expertise and unparalleled efficiency in handling Construction Site Accident cases. Our seasoned attorneys understand the complexity of laws governing workplace safety and workers’ compensation entitlements meticulously. As skilled navigators of this niche legal system, we fight diligently for the rights and welfare of our clients affected by construction-related accidents or mishaps. Our track record bears testament to our steadfast commitment towards achieving optimal outcomes for our clientele—an indispensable assurance when seeking just recompense against daunting adversities such as hefty medical expenses, lost wages or debilitating injuries caused by negligence on a building project worksite. Leveraging years of professional experience within Illinois’s legal landscape, coupled with their robust understanding of state-specific regulations; Carlson Bier upholds an esteemed reputation among personal injury law firms vis-à-vis Construction Site Accident contingencies—your trusted ally advocating justice fervently where you need it most.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Cambria Illinois

Carlson Bier is an experienced personal injury law firm based in Illinois, specializing in representing victims of construction site accidents. As a leader in the field of personal injury law, we’re keenly aware that every year thousands of hardworking people become victims of preventable accidents on construction sites. These injuries can be life-altering, resulting in disability and significant medical bills. Our aim is to provide superior legal representation while delivering essential information about rights and recourse options for individuals affected by these unfortunate events.

Understanding the risks associated with construction sites helps individuals stay safe and make educated choices regarding their work environment. The most common types of construction site accidents include falling from heights such as ladders or scaffolds, getting struck by heavy equipment or vehicles, electrocutions, being caught-in or between objects, suffering burns due to fire explosions and exposure to toxic substances. It’s critical for both workers and employers to be familiar with these risks so they can take proactive steps to minimize potential hazards.

Statistics show that many accidents result from negligence – inadequate safety regulations, employees inadequately trained or supervised; faulty equipment not properly maintained; insufficient provision of safety gear – the list goes on. When any party fails in its duty towards ensuring a safe workplace, they may be considered legally responsible for any ensuing accident.

Complex laws regulate workplace injuries – dealing with insurance companies can feel like navigating a labyrinth without proper guidance. After a construction incident causing injury, swiftly get medical help followed by reporting the accident promptly to your supervisor while documenting all relevant details related to it.

Next begins Carlson Bier’s role: aiding you through legal complexities using our extensive expertise fiercely advocated within this specific realm of law. Key aspects encompassing our mission involve:

• Detailed review and assessment of each case,

• Gathering necessary evidence & documentation,

• Communicating effectively with all involved parties,

• Determining responsibility accurately according to Illinois state laws,

• Ensuring rightful compensation includes costs covering medical expenses, lost earnings and pain & suffering.

As dedicated construction site accident attorneys, we advise seeking specialist legal help promptly after a mishap. Clampdown by insurance companies wanting to minimize settlements is a sad truth of business – having our skilled team by your side ensures best possible compensation for the damages endured due to negligence on their part.

Illinois law dictates certain timeframes (known as Statute of Limitations) within which you need to file claims related to personal injuries resulting from such construction accidents. Delaying gathering necessary paperwork or filing in court risks forfeiture of rights towards claiming rightful compensations. We at Carlson Bier understand this urgency and respect the importance of prompt action, thus, rest assured that you’ll receive timely counsel and services catered exactly around your specific case requirements.

We are committed not merely towards providing information about potential hazards but more importantly delivering justice for those unfairly impacted due to negligence on part of others. With decades of cumulative experience handling different types of injury cases, including complex ones involving catastrophic consequences, Carlson Bier aims at maintaining highest standards possible while fighting tooth-and-nail guaranteeing just compensation rightfully deserved by victims suffering because of unpreventable construction site catastrophes.

Hence, turn worry into action by acquiring representation capable enough standing against large contractors and heartless insurance companies where they should be held accountable for jeopardizing worker safety regulations leading towards serious personal injuries.

Do you feel unsure how much your case might be worth? Take advantage of our professional expertise! Avoid underestimating potential recoveries unknowingly justified easily due unwarranted circumstances potentially overlooked without comprehensive guidance from specialized lawyers like us – Click on the button below now! Let’s get started today understanding better what rightfully yours could really mean under current Illinois state legislations governing personal injuries resulting from construction site mishaps. Reach out now; allow us earning trust while establishing steadfast commitment towards effectively ensuring your rights being upheld stringently against all odds irrespective of case complexities involved.

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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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Construction Site Accidents FAQ​

The most common causes of construction site accidents in Chicago include:

  • Falls: Falls from heights are the leading cause of fatalities on construction sites.
  • Struck-by accidents: Struck-by accidents occur when workers are hit by falling objects, moving vehicles, or other equipment.
  • Electrocutions: Electrocutions can occur when workers come into contact with live wires or electrical equipment.
  • Caught-in/between accidents: Caught-in/between accidents occur when workers are caught between two moving objects or between a moving object and a stationary object.
  • Overexertion injuries: Overexertion injuries can occur when workers lift heavy objects or perform repetitive tasks.

If you are injured in a construction site 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 your supervisor and to OSHA. OSHA is the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and they are responsible for investigating workplace accidents.
  • Contact a construction site accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a construction site 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 person or company responsible for your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a construction site 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 personal 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 construction site 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 Cambria

Bike Incidents

Expert in legal representation for people injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' lack of care or dangerous conditions.

Flame Traumas

Extending expert legal support for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Hospital Negligence

Extending expert legal assistance for victims affected by medical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Commodities Responsibility

Managing cases involving faulty products, offering specialist legal help to clients affected by defective items.

Aged Neglect

Protecting the rights of elders who have been subjected to neglect in elderly care environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip & Trip Mishaps

Professional in dealing with tumble accident cases, providing legal advice to victims seeking restitution for their harm.

Infant Traumas

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

Automobile Crashes

Incidents: Dedicated to guiding sufferers of car accidents gain just remuneration for injuries and damages.

Motorcycle Incidents

Dedicated to providing representation for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Big Rig Mishap

Ensuring adept legal advice for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing fair recovery for harms.

Construction Crashes

Engaged in defending staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Cognitive Harms

Focused on providing dedicated legal representation for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Harms

Adept at managing cases for clients who have suffered wounds from dog bites or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Incidents

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

Unjust Passing

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and professional legal support to ensure justice.

Neural Impairment

Committed to defending individuals with spine impairments, offering expert legal assistance to secure compensation.

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