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Pedestrian accidents are unfortunate incidents that can result in grave, long-term effects—both physically and financially. Therefore, establishing a solid legal ground is crucial to help you navigate the complexities of these scenarios effectively. This is where Carlson Bier comes in as your best consideration for competent pedestrian accident representation. With offices based in Illinois but serving clients from Cambria and beyond, our attorneys offer decades of combined hands-on experience dealing with personal injury claims related to pedestrian accidents. Dedicated to fighting staunchly for victims’ rights, we strive relentlessly to secure maximum compensation packages on our clients’ behalf.

Our law firm’s ethos realizes the severe impact of such accidents on affected individuals’ lives—and strives not merely for justice but equitable reparation as well. Consequently, our attorneys meticulously examine every facet of your case before employing their comprehensive understanding and adept negotiation skills against insurance companies who may undervalue your claim unfairly—an edge only an accomplished firm like Carlson Bier could provide you despite daunting circumstances.. Trust us; when it comes down to reliable legal representation following a pedestrian accident incident—we’re truly second-to-none!

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Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Cambria Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, your trusted partner for personal injury law in Illinois. Our specialty? Pedestrian accidents. We bring decades of experience, vast knowledge, and steadfast commitment to every case we handle—making us the go-to resource for victims of pedestrian incidents.

Pedestrian accident cases hinge on various nuances that need expert legal interpretation. Allow our team at Carlson Bier guide you through this intricate process and provide insights into the laws surrounding these types of accidents.

• Understanding Liability: Just who is responsible in a pedestrian accident can be unclear. It could be the driver for not following traffic regulations or the pedestrian themselves if they were violating rules like jaywalking or crossing without right-of-way. In some instances, it may even be a third party like a city council if malfunctioning traffic lights are discovered to have contributed towards the mishap.

• Determining Compensation: You deserve maximum compensation for your pain, suffering, medical expenses, lost wages and inconvenience caused by such an unfortunate event. We strive hard in asserting your rights and getting you the full benefit possible under Illinois law.

• Uninsured/Underinsured Motorists: If you were hit by an uninsured motorist or one with insufficient coverage to pay all your damages completely, fret not! Certain provisions within Illinois laws allow you to recover from your own policy.

• Statute of Limitations: Unlike other states that might offer longer timeframes, in Illinois, a victim of a pedestrian accident typically has two years from when the incident occurred to file their lawsuit against responsible parties.

In dealing with these situations effectively and efficiently while vigorously seeking out justice on your behalf—Carlson Bier is here!

Documentation plays a crucial role in personal injury cases associated with pedestrian accidents. This can range from photographs taken immediately after the incident showing car position/damage or skid marks; eyewitness reports; any surveillance footage nearby which captured events leading up to collision; emergency respondent records; and personal accounts of the incident including extent of injuries incurred. Our team knows to look for these essential forms of evidence, ensuring that your case is backed by solid proof.

At Carlson Bier, we also understand how an injury can drastically alter your life and affect you emotionally. We pledge not only to be your legal representative but also your support throughout this journey—advocating passionately for you while maintaining the utmost professionalism and consideration.

Time is often our biggest adversary in such cases. The longer it takes to get a claim filed, harder it becomes to obtain crucial evidence or find reliable witnesses. Reacting promptly and securing sound representation quickly can tip scales in favor considerably thereby increasing chances for a successful resolution.

Think about everything at stake: past, present, future medical bills; missed work;, any required rehab or therapy; along with intangible factors like pain and suffering caused due to someone else’s negligence. Remember no two accident cases are alike – compensation will depend on specific circumstances involved so having qualified representation who understands all nuances of Illinois law is critical.

So why wait? If you’ve been affected by a pedestrian accident in Illinois, allow the expert team at Carlson Bier help secure your rights under state law in order for those responsible held accountable. With dedication rooted within empathy towards clients’ predicament coupled with robust advocacy from word go—we provide nothing short of excellence assisting victims during their challenging times.

Click on the button below now to find out what’s really worth fighting for—you may be entitled more than you think in terms of compensation. Establishing strong partnerships often begin with meaningful conversations: Let’s have one today! Together, we can strive toward justice—one step at a time.

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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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Cycling Collisions

Proficient in legal advocacy for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Flame Damages

Supplying expert legal assistance for people of grave burn injuries caused by incidents or recklessness.

Clinical Malpractice

Ensuring expert legal advice for patients affected by healthcare malpractice, including surgical errors.

Items Fault

Managing cases involving faulty products, supplying adept legal guidance to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Misconduct

Supporting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble & Slip Injuries

Expert in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking compensation for their damages.

Infant Harms

Offering legal support for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Mishaps: Committed to assisting patients of car accidents gain equitable recompense for injuries and impairment.

Bike Incidents

Expert in providing legal advice for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

Big Rig Mishap

Offering expert legal support for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate settlement for losses.

Construction Mishaps

Engaged in supporting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Cerebral Damages

Specializing in providing dedicated legal assistance for victims suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Harms

Skilled in managing cases for persons who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or creature assaults.

Jogger Mishaps

Expert in legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Unjust Fatality

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, supplying understanding and experienced legal assistance to ensure fairness.

Neural Trauma

Specializing in defending individuals with paralysis, offering compassionate legal support to secure redress.

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