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Experiencing a slip and fall accident can be distressing, causing physical pain and financial anxiety. On such occasions, it’s crucial to seek the expertise of competent attorneys like Carlson Bier; their proficient handling of Slip And Fall Accidents cases in Cerro Gordo has earned them an esteemed reputation. Upfront about your right to fair treatment and compensation for loss or injury due to another party’s carelessness is what sets them apart. They bring extensive knowledge from Illinois laws regarding personal injuries that result from negligence factors – damaged sidewalks, poorly lit stairwells, ice or snow on walkways – to help you get justice served speedily. Carlson Bier gives utmost priority not just in winning your case but also in providing emotional support through empathy expressed with sincerity during this daunting fight against injustice. Trust their excellence as lawyers for slipping accidents because at every stage they stand beside you – safeguarding rights while lessening burdens caused by accidental missteps. So when seeking legal assistance after a troubling incident, remember one name: Carlson Bier!

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Cerro Gordo Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in a unique spectrum of personal injury lawsuits that cover a comprehensive range of accidents, including Slip and Fall incidents. Based in the heartland of Illinois, our reputable team has an impressive track record for securing compensation adequate enough to restore victims’ quality of life after devastating incidences.

Slip and fall accidents are often overlooked as minimal or negligible mishaps that can lead to minor injuries like grazes or bruises. Yet, it’s vital to understand these incidents may cause severe harm such as fractured bones, lacerations, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage and even tragic fatalities. The alarming aspect is that they can occur practically anywhere – be it at work, public locations or within private premises due to unsafe environmental conditions or negligence on someone’s part.

– Negligence could be failure by property owners in ensuring properly balanced floors.

– Unsafe conditions involve poor lighting leading to visibility problems.

– Environmental deterrents might include wet & oily surfaces, broken stairs among others.

The discrepancy one experiences during slip and fall accidents varies considerably depending upon multiple factors: nature of accident site; immediate healthcare received; victim’s physical well-being prior the incident etc.

Simultaneously we aim for advocacy along with building awareness amidst Illinois citizens regarding this issue. We encourage people not only to take cognizance but also undertake preventive measures while training family members about the same:

– Always ensuring proper lighting around your living spaces

– Regularly inspecting your premises for any possible irregularities

Common hazards should be detected early by identifying potential trouble spots

Our seasoned attorneys maintain meticulous attention towards determining liability because it plays a significant role in these cases. They conduct detailed investigations bolstered by expert testimonies if required. Assistance is also provided for understanding complexities tied up with insurance claims further simplifying procedure for our clients. Beyond standard legal aid, what distinguishes us at Carlson Bier lies in empathetic approach towards your ordeal while striving for rightful justice.

Irrespective of your situational severity, if you or a loved one has suffered from a slip and fall accident, it’s imperative to get in touch with us immediately. Quick action is crucial as there tends to be pivotal physical evidence which must not be lost over passage of time. Not only that, the state law in Illinois inflicts specific deadlines for filing personal injury lawsuits, known as Statute of Limitations, hence instigating prompt response.

We understand embarking upon this journey might seem daunting particularly after having endured challenging circumstances. Rest assured when choosing Carlson Bier – we’re proven specialists driven by decades worth successful experience rendering appropriate compensation for our clients left incapacitated due to someone else’s negligence. Remember life altering incidents shouldn’t restrict you from leading fulfilling lives hereafter, nor should they jeopardize your financial stability because everyone rightfully deserves peace despite adversities faced.

Let our team at Carlson Bier guide you through this tedious process! Our commitment lies unwaveringly focused towards pursuing justice on your behalf demanding fair restitution deserved by victims of slip and fall accidents. Click on the button below to find out how much you could potentially receive pertaining your unique case. This won’t cost anything initially since we adhere to a contingent-fee basis where payment is only required once compensation gets successfully retrieved for you.

We assure full confidentiality regarding information discussed lending primary importance towards victim’s wellbeing throughout legal proceedings attempted – now & henceforth…because at Carlson Bier YOUR rights matter just like YOU do!

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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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Slip & Fall Accidents FAQ​

The most common causes of slip and fall accidents in Chicago include:

  • Wet or slippery floors: This could include spills, leaks, and snow and ice.
  • Uneven surfaces: This could include potholes, cracks in the pavement, and loose floorboards.
  • Poor lighting: This could make it difficult to see hazards on the ground.
  • Obstructions: This could include cords, boxes, and other objects that are in the way.

If you have a slip and fall 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 the property owner or manager. This will create a record of the accident and help you build your case if you decide to file a lawsuit.
  • 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.
  • Contact a slip and fall accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a slip and fall 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 property owner or manager if you believe they were negligent in maintaining the property.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a slip and fall 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 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 slip and fall 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 Cerro Gordo

Bike Collisions

Expert in legal advocacy for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Flame Wounds

Extending skilled legal services for people of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Healthcare Carelessness

Ensuring specialist legal advice for victims affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Obligation

Handling cases involving unsafe products, supplying expert legal assistance to clients affected by defective items.

Elder Neglect

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in senior centers environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble and Slip Accidents

Specialist in handling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking recovery for their injuries.

Newborn Wounds

Extending legal aid for kin affected by medical incompetence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Incidents

Crashes: Focused on assisting victims of car accidents get just compensation for injuries and damages.

Motorbike Accidents

Focused on providing legal services for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

Semi Incident

Offering professional legal representation for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for injuries.

Construction Mishaps

Committed to representing workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or negligence.

Head Traumas

Expert in extending dedicated legal services for clients suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Injuries

Specialized in dealing with cases for victims who have suffered damages from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Crashes

Dedicated to legal assistance for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Wrongful Passing

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, supplying understanding and expert legal support to ensure restitution.

Vertebral Injury

Expert in representing clients with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal representation to secure recovery.

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