...
FREE CASE CONSULTATION
312.622.2900
Facebook-f Linkedin Google

Construction Site Accident Attorney in Central City

Let Carlson Bier Fight For You

Over $50 Million in Recoveries

Google Guaranteed 5 Stars Advanced Local Service Ads Carlsonbier
Find Out if You Have a Case in 10 Seconds
Personal Injury Attorney Chicago
Personal Injury Lawyer Orland Park Illinois | Carlson Bier Associates

About Carlson Bier Associates

If you, or a loved one, has been involved in a construction site accident in Central City, the personal injury lawyers at Carlson Bier are here to help. Our team understands how debilitating these incidents can be; from physical injuries and emotional trauma to financial setbacks caused by medical bills or lost wages. As experienced practitioners in construction site accident law within Illinois, we have the legal expertise and resources required to assertively fight for your rights, while ensuring that all aspects of your case will be handled professionally. With a strong track record of securing significant recoveries for our clients across numerous cases, it’s clear that Carlson Bier should be your top consideration when seeking representation following a construction mishap. We pledge client-centered service with an empathetic approach throughout this complex legal process so you can focus on recovery while we tirelessly work towards achieving justice on your behalf – making us not just any personal injury lawyer group but YOUR advocates at Carlson Bier Law Group LLC.

Meet Our Attorneys
About Carlson Bier

Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Central City Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are committed to empowering victims of construction site accidents in Illinois — arming them with the legal knowledge and representation they need to make a strong recovery. Regardless if you’re a worker or bystander injured due to negligence on-site, our seasoned personal injury attorneys can help you understand your rights and plot practical steps forward.

Construction site accidents can occur in numerous ways: heavy equipment failures, falling objects, improper safety protocols, scaffolding issues just to name a few. The ramifications of such incidents often go beyond physical injuries; impacting the victim’s mental health and financial stability as well.

Such cases carry their own host of unique complexities that require adept navigation:

• Multiple parties – Responsibility for an accident isn’t confined to employers alone. Often various vendors, contractors, sub-contractors and property owners share liability.

• Insurance intricacies – Workers’ compensation insurance might cover some damages but strategising other possible claims is crucial to recovering full costs.

• Employment laws – Understanding where federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations intersect with state laws is vital when identifying violations leading up to the accident.

Ensuring access to expert medical care alongside managing lost wages and mounting bills can feel overwhelming. Amid such chaos,

Carlson Bier steps into advocate for justice on your behalf while working towards getting you fair compensation within the bounds of Illinois law.

Rely not just on our extensive experience handling personal injury cases spanning across decades, but also our deep local understanding born out of serving communities in Illinois exclusively. Our nuanced expertise sets us apart—the ability to anticipate hurdles typical in construction site accident lawsuits allows us fast-track your case while avoiding common pitfalls.

Moreover clients also benefit from:

• Candid conversations – Where we explain every stage involved in building your case taking current laws into account ensuring there aren’t any surprising turns.

• Dedicated attention – You will not be transferred between associates; instead be assured of direct engagement and a personalised approach.

• Contingency fee basis – Meaning you won’t be burdened with upfront fees, as we only charge after recovering compensation owed to you.

Remember, time is critical when pursuing personal injury claims in Illinois. Promptly starting the legal process can help secure important evidence before it’s lost or destroyed—a lifeline for strengthening your case.

Injuries sustained at construction sites can have devastating effects. The battles fought inside courtrooms might appear intimidating but remember that you’re not alone—Carlson Bier, though representing numerous clients, treats each case individually without loss of focus or enthusiasm equating the pursuit of justice with compassion.

While our offices are physically situated within the state of Illinois only—and nowhere else outside—we extend our services to any individual affected by construction site accidents within this realm. Trust us to turn every stone meticulously contributing towards building a strong case for you grounded on facts, laws, and ethics.

Curiosity spinning? Questions peeking? Let’s simplify all complex jargon! Navigate the challenging junctions together backed by our unmatched expertise in dealing with construction site accident cases. Give us an opportunity—it begins simply with clicking the button below—to provide an estimate reflecting how much your case might potentially be worth. By doing so there’s no obligation nor does it mean relinquishing control—it’s merely taking that high road crossing over from victimhood towards solutions devised solely keeping well-being central to everything else around!

Find Out How Much Your Case is Worth
Testimonials from Clients

Your Success Is Our Success

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.
Education & Information

Resources For Central City Residents

Links

Legal Associations and Lawyer Services

Online Legal Resources and Directories

Specialized Services and Educational Resources

Legal Blogs
SEE MORE

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

All Attorney Services in Central City

Areas of Practice in Central City

Cycling Mishaps

Focused on legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's indifference or unsafe conditions.

Scald Injuries

Extending professional legal services for patients of grave burn injuries caused by events or carelessness.

Healthcare Misconduct

Extending professional legal representation for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Obligation

Handling cases involving unsafe products, extending specialist legal help to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Abuse

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip and Slip Accidents

Adept in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking compensation for their suffering.

Neonatal Wounds

Providing legal aid for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Crashes

Crashes: Concentrated on aiding patients of car accidents obtain fair remuneration for damages and damages.

Bike Incidents

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for riders involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Truck Collision

Delivering professional legal advice for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair recompense for harms.

Construction Site Incidents

Engaged in advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Harms

Focused on extending compassionate legal representation for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Traumas

Proficient in managing cases for individuals who have suffered harms from K9 assaults or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Collisions

Dedicated to legal advocacy for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Unjust Loss

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, providing empathetic and adept legal services to ensure fairness.

Spinal Cord Damage

Focused on assisting clients with vertebral damage, offering professional legal assistance to secure recovery.

Instant Case Evaluation

Contact Us Today if you need a Person Injury Lawyer

312-313-2440

cb
FREE CASE CONSULTATION

312.622.2900

The information on this website is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.

© 2024 All Rights Reserved | Carlson Bier

Web Design By Bosseo​