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About Carlson Bier Associates

Safeguarding the rights of pedestrians in the aftermath of an accident requires expertise and a thorough understanding of Illinois law. At Carlson Bier, we bring decades of focused experience to bear on pedestrian accident cases in Chester, offering dedicated legal support to those affected by such unfortunate incidents. Our renowned team demonstrates unyielding commitment and brims with credentials necessary for negotiating favorable results. While no amount can truly compensate for physical suffering or emotional anguish from accidents, it should not fall upon you to handle financial burdens as well. That’s where our proficient attorneys come into play, tirelessly working towards securing rightful compensation for medical expenses incurred and wages lost due to injuries sustained in pedestrian accidents. Remember that each case has unique circumstances requiring tailored representation which is what Carlson Bier steadfastly provides- ensuring your voice is heard during this complex legal process. Your search for a trustworthy attorney stops here; engage our exceptional services at Carlson Bier, masters in handling Pedestrian Accident cases across Illinois.”

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Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Chester Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury law and have a strong commitment to advocating for the rights of victims involved in pedestrian accidents across Illinois. Personal injury law is complex, with numerous aspects that require expert handling. Particularly when an individual has been tragically struck by a vehicle while walking or running along roads, streets, or designated pedestrian pathways. Pedestrian accidents leave deep impacts on a person’s life; physical injuries aside, there can be tremendous emotional trauma and financial strain to deal with as well.

Our empathetic team of attorneys understands the pain experienced by victims and their families following such unfortunate incidents. We believe it is our responsibility not only to offer legal representation but also to educate those involved with regard to their rights and entitlements under Illinois laws governing such cases.

Pedestrian accident cases typically involve proving the driver’s negligence caused harm. The factors establishing negligence include showing:

• The driver had a duty towards others, including pedestrians.

• A breach of this duty occurred.

• The breach directly resulted in the accident/injuries.

• There was actual damage (like bodily injury).

In instances where drivers were drunk or using mobile devices at the time of collision further strengthen victim’s case.

Knowing what counts towards compensable damages forms essential knowledge too:

• Medical Expenses: Covering past medical costs down to future ongoing care required due to accident-induced injuries.

• Lost Wages: Compensation for current and future earnings lost owing to recovery period disabling ability work efficiently.

• Pain & Suffering: Certain intangible losses like mental anguish and decrease in life quality are recoverable.

Importantly, Illinois follows a modified comparative fault system meaning even if you were partially at fault (up to 50%) you’re still eligible for compensation although reduced in line with your blame percentage. So do not let worries about part responsibility deter you from seeking justice.

While every effort should be made not to impede emergency services, it’s also crucial for victims or their loved ones ensure capturing all possible evidence at the scene. This can be in the form of photographs, eyewitness testimonies and even taking note of specific environmental conditions prevailing at time of accident.

The Carlson Bier team dedicatedly exerts itself in every case to get our clients maximum compensation so they can focus on recovery without financial stress. With a proven track record in successfully handling pedestrian accident claims across Illinois, we offer not only legal expertise but caring guidance throughout this tumultuous period.

It is necessary to remember that the state law places a two-year limit on filing personal injury lawsuits related to pedestrian accidents under most circumstances. Hence timely initiation is paramount for protecting your rights.

We believe in maintaining crystal clear lines of communication with our clients keeping them fully informed about progress at every step. Every query is treated with profound respect it deserves, and each concern gets addressed with utmost sincerity.

At Carlson Bier, we fight tirelessly for the justice you deserve making sure those responsible are held accountable. If you’ve been involved in a pedestrian accident, take advantage of our personalized case evaluation option available by clicking on button below. It’s designed using robust methodology considering all factors courtroom would when assigning award amount giving fairly accurate indication of what your claim could be worth.

Partnering with seasoned professionals like us boosts chances successfully navigating through complex world of personal injury law securing deserving remuneration helping restore much-needed balance back into lives affected by the negligence others leading to pedestrian accidents.

So don’t wait longer, click below now; let’s commence your journey toward justice today!

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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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Areas of Practice in Chester

Bicycle Crashes

Expert in legal support for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or unsafe conditions.

Burn Damages

Giving specialist legal support for victims of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Healthcare Carelessness

Providing professional legal advice for victims affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Items Liability

Managing cases involving defective products, extending specialist legal assistance to victims affected by harmful products.

Aged Mistreatment

Advocating for the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble and Slip Mishaps

Adept in addressing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking redress for their damages.

Neonatal Injuries

Delivering legal help for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Collisions

Incidents: Devoted to guiding victims of car accidents obtain reasonable payout for damages and harm.

Motorbike Collisions

Specializing in providing legal services for motorcyclists involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Truck Crash

Extending adept legal representation for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just recompense for damages.

Construction Incidents

Engaged in supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Brain Impairments

Specializing in extending expert legal support for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Damages

Proficient in addressing cases for people who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Jogger Mishaps

Committed to legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Undeserved Death

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing sensitive and experienced legal services to ensure compensation.

Vertebral Injury

Expert in supporting individuals with vertebral damage, offering expert legal representation to secure recovery.

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