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About Carlson Bier Associates

The heartfelt aftermath of a motorcycle accident can be overwhelming. Amid this turbulence, it’s crucial to have experienced representation with deep dedication and comprehensive knowledge of Illinois law; that’s where Carlson Bier comes into the picture. As stalwarts in handling personal injury claims, we assertively represent our clients involved in motorcycle accidents to ensure their rights aren’t compromised and they receive due compensation for their anguish. What sets us apart is not just our significant victories but also our compassionate approach toward each client’s journey towards recovery. We’re distinguished for our tenacity at negotiations table or courtroom battles by standing up against liable parties or insurance companies striving to underpay your claim unjustly. Our dedicated attorneys meticulously delve into every case detail, protecting your interests fervidly while you focus on healing progressions post-accident events. Choosing Carlson Bier means choosing experience, compassion and proven success—the essential pillars necessary when confronted with the tumultuous period following a devastating motorcycle accident event in Illinois territory.

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Motorcycle Accident Lawyers in Carbondale Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in providing clear, comprehensive legal assistance to victims of personal injury incidents. One area we have considerable expertise is motorcycle accident cases. Our dedicated team dives into every case with the same degree of vigilance and professionalism, ensuring you get the justice you deserve.

Motorcycle accidents often present a unique challenge compared to other road traffic accidents due to their specific aspects and consequences. The sheer exposure that comes from riding a motorcycle can significantly amplify the severity of any injuries sustained during an accident. With this understanding firmly embedded in our practice, our lawyers tackle these contentious issues vigorously and intelligently offering valuable representation tailored to your needs.

For those unfamiliar with personal injury law pertaining to motorcycle accidents in Illinois, certain pivotal points bear mentioning:

• Application of Helmet Laws: While Illinois does not mandate helmet use for motorcyclists, it’s important in shaping the argument about shared responsibility.

• Comparative Negligence Rule: This rule could reduce compensation if you’re found partially at fault for your accident.

• Time Limits on Filing Claims: In Illinois – as in many places – there’s a statute of limitations defining how much time may lapse before filing suit post-accident

Drawing on decades of experience handling personal injury claims like these, we will effectively navigate such stipulations making sure each client understands their rights.

In addition to managing legal complexities surrounding motorcycle accidents, we prioritize supporting clients through these trying times – both emotionally and financially. As part of this commitment, no fees are charged unless we win your claim; thereby eliminating any financial barrier between you and justice.

We also understand how daunting it might seem claiming compensation after a severe motorcycle accident. Hence we offer guidance concerning all facets linked with such situations:

• Medical Documentation: Emphasizing its significance during proceedings

• Individuals Involved: Identifying parties involved aids future claim progress

• Eye-witness Testimonial Collection: Can be utilized explicitly towards establishing fault

Rest assured, Carlson Bier has a proven track record when it comes to handling personal injury claims and obtaining the compensation deserved by our clients.

Riding out of an accident is only the beginning of your journey toward recovery; financial compensation can help absorb associated medical costs, recuperate income lost due to time off work, even recompense for intangible damages such as stress and mental trauma. At Carlson Bier, we walk you through every step of the claim process ensuring your rights are upheld at all times.

Having dealt with numerous insurance companies over years of practice, we bring accustomed insight into their tactics – allowing us to counter any corporate attempts geared towards downplaying or rejecting your claim effectively.

The aftermath of motorcycle accidents often leaves victims confused and overwhelmed; Carlson Bier seeks to alleviate this by offering clear advice on how to proceed. Our role extends beyond representing you in court – we act as staunch advocates supporting every aspect pertaining to your reclaiming well-being.

Understandably these complex matters raise a myriad of questions concerning claim specifics but worry not, answers are merely moments away. Clear up all uncertainties with a free consultation from our legal experts today.

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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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Areas of Practice in Carbondale

Cycling Accidents

Proficient in legal services for people injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Burn Traumas

Offering expert legal advice for people of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Hospital Negligence

Providing experienced legal assistance for victims affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Goods Fault

Dealing with cases involving problematic products, providing specialist legal assistance to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Neglect

Protecting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to malpractice in care facilities environments, ensuring fairness.

Tumble and Slip Occurrences

Specialist in dealing with tumble accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking redress for their harm.

Neonatal Damages

Providing legal help for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Incidents

Collisions: Devoted to guiding patients of car accidents get appropriate compensation for damages and destruction.

Motorbike Accidents

Dedicated to providing representation for victims involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

18-Wheeler Incident

Extending expert legal advice for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for hurts.

Construction Site Mishaps

Engaged in supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Head Damages

Committed to providing compassionate legal services for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Injuries

Proficient in addressing cases for victims who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Crashes

Committed to legal support for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Unjust Loss

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and adept legal representation to ensure justice.

Backbone Impairment

Dedicated to representing victims with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal support to secure recovery.

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