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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’ve been involved in a construction site accident in the Chatsworth area, securing representation from a skilled personal injury attorney should be a high priority. Carlson Bier is an Illinois-based law firm specializing explicitly in such cases. Over the years, we have built up substantial experience and expertise, successfully representing many clients who have experienced similar unfortunate circumstances. Our dedicated legal team knows how critical competent representation is after an accident – we aim to ensure maximum compensation for your medical costs, lost wages and other related damages resulting from the incident. We are always ready to provide expert advice on all facets of workers’ compensation and personal injury law as it applies to construction accidents. By choosing Carlson Bier’s services, you’re not merely getting legal representation- you’re gaining allies committed solely to your interest. So let us handle the complexities while you focus on recovery: Trust Carlson Bier – demonstrably outstanding lawyers for Construction Site Accidents.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Chatsworth Illinois

Established and revered in the field of personal injury law, Carlson Bier champions those who have been unjustly injured on construction sites across Illinois. Our expert team possesses deeply entrenched knowledge and vast experience in handling a multitude of complex cases related to construction site accidents.

Construction sites, while hubs for growth and development, can also be a seedbed of potential hazards if safety measures are not meticulously observed. Everyday activities could turn perilous leading to severe injuries or even worse – fatalities. And when such unfortunate incidents transpire, it is essential you choose legal representation that comprehends the intricacy of this specific domain.

Carlson Bier brings forth unparalleled expertise when it comes to representing victims of construction site accidents. We delineate key issues within the framework that governs liability including:

• Understanding Construction Site Safety Standards & Regulations

• Identifying Potential Defendants

• Proving Liability – Be it Negligence or Gross Misconduct

• Valuating Damages and ensuring you receive rightful compensation

In these cases, decoding the array of safety standards regulated by agencies like OSHA (Occupational Health & Safety Administration) becomes crucial. With comprehensive understanding of these guidelines coupled with meticulous investigation methodologies, we strive to establish liability so you can secure justice.

Identifying potential defendants is another critical aspect our proficient attorneys manage with utmost meticulousness. Different parties like general contractors, subcontractors or even property owners could potentially be responsible for the mishap depending upon their role in complying with safety protocols.

Proving liability forms the backbone of any personal injury litigation and more so when it involves construction accidents where multiple stakeholders may be involved. Depending upon evidence gathered as well as evaluation laws governing third-party workers’ compensation claims; negligence or gross misconduct has to be substantiated thereby reinforcing your case’s position further.

Materializing damages effectively makes up an integral portion of your claim for which a precise assessment is imperative. Lost wages due medical leave, past and future medical expenses, suffering and discomfort caused by the injury are all that need to be accounted for while tabulating your rightful compensation.

Carlson Bier is committed to ensure not only that justice prevails but also, that you receive the maximum benefit owed in lieu of the hardship endured. Make no mistake, we strive relentlessly; so rest assured, choosing us gives voice to your plight amidst overpowering entities.

Frankly put, a construction site accident can leave you physically incapacitated and financially crippled. And during such strenuous times, understanding law jargon or trying to comprehend multiple legal components may seem like climbing Mount Everest without adequate equipment. Carlson Bier recognizes this quandary faced by victims which is why we aim for simplicity and clarity in our interactions. Our ambition is that with easy-to-understand content and guidance offered on our website, you feel equipped to take charge strategically and mentally as much as possible.

The journey from an unfortunate incident to receiving just compensation should not have additional hurdles due to legal complexity. Empower yourself with knowledge about your rights through our platform which breaks information down into manageable units ensuring swift comprehension even if you do not possess any prior legal knowledge.

Therefore, whether it’s knowing what happens after a construction site accident or managing life post-injury while awaiting litigation closure; Carlson Bier ensures every element is looked into providing unparalleled comprehensive assistance right from day one till eventual settlement. We stand by you every step of the way leaving no stone unturned thereby augmenting your experience while minimizing associated stress.

However complex or straightforward your case might appear initially, evaluating its worth accurately requires skilled proficiency coupled with up-to-date knowledge pertaining specifically to personal injury laws applicable within Illinois jurisdiction. It becomes crucially important given these estimates serve as starting point for ensuing negotiations pushing towards getting the best achievable outcome.

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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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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.

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Areas of Practice in Chatsworth

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Focused on legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or unsafe conditions.

Scald Wounds

Giving professional legal help for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Medical Incompetence

Providing dedicated legal services for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Goods Accountability

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, extending specialist legal guidance to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Neglect

Defending the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to neglect in aged care environments, ensuring restitution.

Tumble & Trip Occurrences

Adept in addressing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking restitution for their injuries.

Newborn Injuries

Supplying legal aid for households affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Mishaps

Accidents: Committed to guiding victims of car accidents gain reasonable recompense for damages and impairment.

Motorbike Incidents

Dedicated to providing legal services for individuals involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

Truck Accident

Delivering expert legal services for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for damages.

Construction Accidents

Engaged in assisting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or negligence.

Neurological Impairments

Specializing in offering compassionate legal representation for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Traumas

Expertise in dealing with cases for victims who have suffered traumas from dog bites or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Expert in legal support for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Loss

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and skilled legal support to ensure fairness.

Neural Injury

Committed to supporting victims with paralysis, offering specialized legal support to secure recovery.

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