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About Carlson Bier Associates

When dealing with the aftermath of a car accident, it is crucial to have an experienced advocate by your side. Your representation should understand the intricacies of Illinois traffic laws and be acutely aware of what you’re entitled to as a victim. That’s where Carlson Bier steps in. As eminent personal injury lawyers, we specialize in representing clients involved in car accidents across diverse cities including Chenoa, bringing our exceptional legal acumen to advocate for your rights fiercely. With us at the helm of your case, you benefit from both adept negotiation skills and litigation prowess that has been finessed over years handling motor vehicle accident cases like yours. Our goal remains unwavering during these stressful times – achieving maximum compensation for our clients while providing them reassurance through prompt communication and comprehensive legal guidance every step of the way. Therefore, when considering counsel for managing repercussions after a car accident in or around Chenoa – think Carlson Bier – dedicated attorneys diligently serving each client’s best interest irrespective their location.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Chenoa Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we devote our profession to tirelessly advocating for victims of personal injury. The aftermath of a car accident can be disorientating and devastating, especially when pain, medical bills, and losses arise. That’s why you need an experienced Illinois-based personal injury attorney by your side who understands the nuances of car accidents; an attorney from Carlson Bier.

Understanding car accidents is important if you or a loved one have been harmed due to another driver’s negligence. A crucial factor in such cases is the cause of the accident. It could range from reckless driving, distracted driving, impaired driving due to drugs or alcohol, all essential points that make up your case.

• Reckless Driving: This refers to driver’s habits that put other road users at risk – speeding above posted limits, undertaking dangerous maneuvers on highways without signaling or yielding right-of-way etc.

• Distracted Driving: Each day in America alone, 8 people lose their life because some drivers choose not to focus on their sole responsibility behind the wheel – operating their vehicle safely.

• Impaired driving: Despite widespread awareness campaigns and strict laws against it, drunk and drugged driving remains a grave issue across cities and towns.

No matter what happened during your accident incident that led into injuries and damages in Illinois State areas where we operate — our team works relentlessly with local investigators & law enforcement agencies for gathering evidence to substantiate claims. Whether it involves assessing scene photographs or police reports – everything can make your claim strong before insurance companies or in courts.

It is also crucial to recognize the most common types of injuries associated with car accidents as each kind incites different compensation entitlements:

• Whiplash

• Concussions

• Spinal cord damage,

• Broken bones

These may require extensive medical treatment like surgeries therapy sessions which inflate costs over time putting financial burdens onto victims’ shoulders even though they are innocent sufferers.

On top of this physical trauma, financial stress can be overwhelming. You might find yourself buried under medical bills, property damage costs and loss of wages due to inability to work efficiently post-accident. At Carlson Bier, we are experienced in working through sch complex attributes of cases—negotiating with insurance companies or arguing your case in court—to ensure you get the compensation you deserve.

But it’s not just about financial restitution for us at Carlson Bier; our primary goal is to help victims recover their lives holistically after car accidents. That means standing up against insurance giants who often attempt to minimize payouts or discredit legitimate injury claims – striving for a settlement that fully accounts for physical injuries, emotional distress inflicted by accident trauma, lost earnings during recovery period all crucial aspects included within comprehensive personal injury lawsuits.

The need for professional legal representation cannot be overstated when dealing with aftermaths of road incidents – because we understand how high stakes are & hence apply this knowledge towards securing maximum possible compensation coverage from sources responsible contributing into your difficulties Our team takes pride on its ability being there every step way guiding clients throughout otherwise daunting process offering personalized attention each individual case assuring consistently high standards performance set ourselves apart other law firms across region.

We encourage you to take advantage of our free consultation service today by clicking the button below. After answering a few simple questions about your situation, an expert from our team will calculate a rough estimate of what your case could potentially yield regarding financial recovery. Your journey towards obtaining justice begins here at Carlson Bier—let us help reclaim your life after a traumatizing car accident experience.

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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 Chenoa

Bike Incidents

Proficient in legal representation for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' lack of care or unsafe conditions.

Flame Wounds

Supplying specialist legal help for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Hospital Misconduct

Ensuring experienced legal assistance for persons affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Items Responsibility

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, supplying professional legal help to individuals affected by harmful products.

Senior Neglect

Representing the rights of seniors who have been subjected to neglect in nursing homes environments, ensuring protection.

Stumble & Fall Accidents

Specialist in handling tumble accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking recovery for their suffering.

Neonatal Wounds

Providing legal support for households affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Incidents

Mishaps: Concentrated on aiding patients of car accidents gain appropriate compensation for hurts and damages.

Motorcycle Crashes

Expert in providing legal advice for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for harm.

Big Rig Mishap

Extending adept legal assistance for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for injuries.

Worksite Collisions

Committed to defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Cerebral Impairments

Committed to offering dedicated legal services for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Damages

Expertise in dealing with cases for persons who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Crashes

Specializing in legal support for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Unjust Fatality

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying sensitive and adept legal guidance to ensure justice.

Backbone Trauma

Dedicated to assisting persons with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal support to secure redress.

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