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Experience the prowess of Carlson Bier, renowned car accident attorneys devoted to protecting Carrollton residents. Drawing from our rich legacy and formidable expertise in handling intricate injury litigations across Illinois, we proudly serve the city with stellar legal assistance necessitated by automobile mishaps. We explore every facet of your case with methodical precision ensuring you get the justice you deserve. Pioneering a tailored approach, we offer strategic advocacy focusing on maximum compensation for loss and recovery expenses incurred during these distressing times. Esteemed for our exceptional acumen and relentless commitment; trust us to navigate complex regulatory landscapes delivering favorable outcomes time after time.

Feature us as part of your contingency planning – being prepared is winning half battle! At Carlson Bier, we stand committed to safeguarding your rights and procuring appropriate damage claims against responsible parties post a car accident incident. Count on us to pull out all stops in representing your interests faithfully; entrust us at Carlton Bier – leading personal injury lawyers catering admirably throughout Illinois.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Carrollton Illinois

At the prestigious law firm of Carlson Bier, our expertise lies within personal injury law, with a focus on Car Accidents. Having handled countless cases throughout Illinois, we are dedicated to providing effective legal representation coupled with unmatched client service. If you have found yourself the victim of a car accident, it’s crucial to understand your rights and potential avenues for compensation.

Research indicates that hundreds of thousands of automobile accidents occur each year in Illinois alone; these incidents can result in severe injuries, extensive property damage, and even loss of life. Oftentimes individuals involved in these devastating events may have viable legal claims – but navigating the complex world of personal injury law can seem daunting without the right assistance. That’s where Carlson Bier comes into play.

Our distinguished team meticulously evaluates the details surrounding your car accident claim to determine eligibility for financial compensation. The factors examined include: determining at-fault parties; evaluating the severity and impact of physical injuries sustained; understanding current and anticipated future medical expenses; quantifying salary losses due to inability to work or reduced working capacity; assessing emotional suffering endured as well as lifestyle alterations post-accident.

Possessing a comprehensive awareness about typical tactics used by insurance companies is another advantage that comes along with seeking professional legal support from Carlson Bier after an automobile accident has occurred. Insurance companies are often driven by profit motives rather than providing fair compensations for distress caused. This frequently leads them towards reducing their liabilities by offering minimal reimbursements or disputing liability altogether. However, many times these initial offers may not sufficiently cover all incurred damages associated with treatment plans or lost wages – let alone other non-financial expenditures such as pain and suffering.

Given the intricacy entwined within these scenarios, having proficient personal injury attorneys like those at Carlson Bier can dramatically improve your chances towards attaining rightful compensation while also alleviating unnecessary stresses during your recovery process.

Furthermore, our team maintains an unwavering commitment to keeping clients informed every step of the way – treating each case with individualized attention it deserves, regardless of its size or complexity. We comprehend that this may be a distressing time for you and we strive not merely to serve as your legal representation but also as comforting support who genuinely care about your well-being above everything else.

It’s crucial to note that Illinois law employs a system known as “modified comparative fault.” This means if you’re found partially responsible for causing the accident, any amount rewarded as damages can potentially be reduced by the determined percentage of fault assigned to you. Understanding these stipulations is pivotal when preparing a comprehensive strategy for your case – Carlson Bier has extensive expertise in this aspect of Illinois personal injury law.

Meeting financial obligations amid coping with physical trauma and emotional upheaval can prove challenging during these trying periods. Our objective through our thorough approach involves ensuring that you receive maximum compensation necessary towards mitigating ongoing consequences tied to such disruptive events whilst pursuing justice on your behalf against parties at-fault.

Remember, Carlson Bier’s expert team is cognizant about unique considerations which must accompany personal injury cases connected with automobile accidents arising within Illinois. Legal expertise is not simply an advantage – it’s requisite while seeking rightful reparations which correspondingly matches the profound toll exacted on one’s health, finance and quality of life due to unfortunate vehicular mishaps.

In spite of compelling circumstances surrounding post-accident experiences, keep in mind – hope isn’t lost! You’re certainly not alone in navigating these treacherous waters associated with confronting aftermaths linked to car accidents in Illinois – especially when having professional representation readily available imparting legal counsel borne out of years’ worth experience fighting similar battles inside courtrooms statewide.

Now, don’t just take our word for it; imagine witnessing all this firsthand! Discover how much your case could be worth by simply clicking the button below. Trust us – there’s nothing like having the weight of pursuing legal outcomes lifted off your shoulders to focus solely on what truly matters – recovering mentally, physically and financially after such life-altering occurrences. Let Carlson Bier fight for you and handle this daunting process, providing reasonable counsel aimed at procuring financial relief requisite towards restoring semblance of normalcy in your 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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The most common causes of car accidents in Chicago include:

  • Driver negligence: This includes distracted driving, speeding, and failing to yield.
  • Road conditions: Potholes, uneven pavement, and other road hazards can cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles.
  • Vehicle defects: Defective vehicles can cause accidents in a variety of ways.
  • Weather conditions: Rain, snow, and ice can make roads slick and dangerous.

If you are involved in a car 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.
  • Exchange information with the other driver. Get their name, address, insurance information, and license plate number.
  • Take pictures of the scene of the accident. This will help you document what happened and build your case if you decide to file a lawsuit.
  • Report the accident to the police. This will create a record of the accident and help you get help if you need it.
  • Contact a car accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a car 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 driver who caused your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a car 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.

In a car 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.

    Property damage: This includes the cost of repairing or replacing your vehicle.

    Punitive damages: These damages are awarded to punish the defendant for egregious or reckless conduct.

The statute of limitations for car 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 Carrollton

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Supplying expert legal assistance for patients of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Medical Incompetence

Delivering specialist legal support for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Obligation

Taking on cases involving problematic products, delivering specialist legal guidance to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Senior Abuse

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

Stumble & Trip Incidents

Skilled in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking redress for their harm.

Childbirth Harms

Delivering legal guidance for loved ones affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Accidents

Crashes: Focused on supporting individuals of car accidents secure fair payout for hurts and losses.

Scooter Collisions

Specializing in providing legal services for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for damages.

Trucking Mishap

Offering expert legal support for drivers involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just claims for damages.

Building Site Collisions

Dedicated to representing workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Cognitive Damages

Expert in ensuring compassionate legal representation for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Harms

Proficient in dealing with cases for victims who have suffered traumas from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Incidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Demise

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and adept legal guidance to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Damage

Committed to defending persons with spine impairments, offering professional legal guidance to secure redress.

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