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About Carlson Bier Associates

For victims of Slip And Fall Accidents, Carlson Bier emerges as a leading legal advocate. With vast experience in personal injury law, we distinctly understand the complexities surrounding this type of accident. Our attorneys meticulously investigate every detail to build your case ensuring maximum compensation under Illinois state laws.

Unlike other firms, at Carlson Bier our advocacy isn’t confined by geographical boundaries; we are committed to championing clients’ rights throughout Illinois – including Cisne and beyond. We employ highly strategic approaches tailored specifically to slip and fall accidents.

Our experienced team has time-tested strategies for dealing with insurance adjusters who refuse reasonable settlements, stonewalling defendants or uncooperative witnesses. They negotiate aggressively for you while keeping you informed each step on progress being made.

Choosing us means having champions that will fight tirelessly to ensure justice is done fairly irrespective of the hurdles encountered during litigation.

Carlson Bier serves those in need sheerly based on their necessity rather than location- firmly supporting your claim above all challenges delivers unquestionable reassurances making us an apt choice when seeking representation after a slip and fall accident.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Cisne Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury law focusing on Slip and Fall accidents that occur due to the negligence of property owners. We understand how a simple trip or fall could potentially result in life-altering injuries impacting your overall quality of life. Our role as your legal guardian is not only to aid you in recouping financial losses associated with hospital bills but more importantly to help you regain the dignity lost because of someone else’s reckless actions.

Slip and Fall accidents often occur because of hazardous conditions such as wet floors, inadequate lighting, torn carpets among others. The key point is these hazards exist due to a lack of established safety measures by those responsible for managing these properties.

• Legal implications – When these mishaps take place, it essentially means there has been a failure on part of the property owner to ensure safe premises. This lapse can lead to potential lawsuits where victims have every right to seek compensation for their physical suffering and emotional distress.

• Liability criteria – A vital aspect brought up in Slip & Fall cases revolves around proving liability i.e., whether or not the property owner knowingly allowed dangerous conditions which led to the accident. If evidence suggests yes, then they can be held accountable for negligence causing an injurious fall incident.

• Compensation factors – Numerous variables come into play when determining compensation value like nature or seriousness of injury suffered; wage loss owing to the inability work; medical expenses incurred during treatment and so forth.

Evolving from our extensive experience handling diverse client-cases at Carlson Bier, we bring valuable insights on preventing slip and fall incidents:

1) Regular maintenance is paramount. Property managers must consistently monitor walkway state – both indoor & outdoor ensuring detectable risks are addressed immediately;

2) Installing necessary equipment such as handrails along stairways or non-slip materials on slippery surfaces can significantly reduce chances of accidental falls;

3) Clearing obstacles obstructing pathways is another crucial step reducing risk-level and;

4) Properly lit environment is an essential part of maintaining safety standards as poorly lit places conceal potential hazards leading to fall events.

Our team at Carlson Bier encourages everyone to follow these guidelines for ensuring safer environments thereby negating chances of a slip or fell accident. For those who have unfortunately found themselves on the receiving end of such accidents, remember that you are not alone in this struggle and there’s always help available.

We firmly believe that any individual suffering due to negligence deserves justice and should be provided full legal support during their difficult times. No one should be burdened with financial struggles or psychological stress simply because of another’s failure to adhere to safety measures.

At Carlson Bier, we strive towards attaining the maximum compensation available under law for our clients so they can focus on healing while we work diligently on their case from start till the very end – constantly keeping them updated about progress made. We are committed to holding negligent parties accountable for their actions while safeguarding your rights every step along way.

Needless, but important nonetheless—it’s against Illinois law for us to imply an office presence in Cisne and henceforth clarifying this firm does not maintain physical premises in Cisne.

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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 Cisne

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Specializing in legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' recklessness or risky conditions.

Flame Damages

Extending specialist legal support for people of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Physician Incompetence

Providing dedicated legal services for individuals affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Commodities Liability

Managing cases involving faulty products, providing adept legal help to clients affected by defective items.

Geriatric Mistreatment

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring restitution.

Tumble and Stumble Occurrences

Professional in tackling trip accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking compensation for their suffering.

Infant Traumas

Extending legal support for loved ones affected by medical misconduct resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Collisions

Collisions: Devoted to supporting victims of car accidents receive just compensation for injuries and damages.

Scooter Mishaps

Committed to providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

Big Rig Incident

Providing professional legal support for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing fair recompense for losses.

Construction Accidents

Concentrated on supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or misconduct.

Neurological Traumas

Committed to offering professional legal representation for victims suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

Canine Attack Wounds

Skilled in dealing with cases for people who have suffered damages from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Collisions

Committed to legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering recovery.

Unjust Demise

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and skilled legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Harm

Specializing in supporting clients with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal services to secure justice.

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