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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to construction site accidents in Colchester, the law firm of Carlson Bier stands unrivaled in experience and expertise. Our attorneys possess a strong understanding of Illinois’ unique legal landscape related to personal injury cases arising from construction site mishaps which is vital when advancing your rights for compensation. We thoroughly investigate each case, systematically identify liable parties, and strategically navigate through complex laws to ensure maximum possible settlement or verdict. We are dedicated advocates who put client’s interests first at every phase, providing individualized attention with the objective of meeting their distinct needs effectively. Compassion underpins our approach – we comprehend how disruptive these unsettling events can be on one’s life; therefore, we strive to offer seamless services aiming towards swift resolutions. Settling for less is never an option with us as Carlson Bier fights relentlessly towards your justified reparation at any cost within all legal means available under Illinois state laws regarding workplace accidents regardless of where they may occur.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Colchester Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we represent victims of construction site accidents throughout the state of Illinois. As an accomplished personal injury attorney group, we understand that asserting your rights can feel daunting, particularly when you’re grappling with physical injuries and financial strain. We aim to bring clarity and support during this challenging time by providing detailed education on what ensues after a construction site accident and how we can assist in obtaining the compensation you deserve.

When it comes to ensuring your welfare post-construction site accident, understanding your rights is crucial. In most situations, injured individuals are entitled to worker’s compensation benefits under Illinois law which include medical cost coverage, disability payments corresponding to lost wages as well as vocational rehabilitation assistance if necessary. While these benefits are designed for employee protection, maneuvering through the claims process can often be complicated and contentious if the insurance company tries to limit or deny rightful benefits.

Another critical aspect is third-party liability where another entity apart from one’s employer may be held responsible for causing the accident — these could range from manufacturers pr producing defective equipment, negligent subcontractors who fail in adhering to safety regulations or property owners lapsing on duty of care. At Carlson Bier, our seasoned team conducts thorough investigations into such potential avenues – leveraging their comprehensive knowledge about construction standards and protocols coupled with technical expertise needed for uncovering critical evidence enhanced by robust collaboration with industry experts.

Resolving legal issues in relation to construction site accidents also involves managing timelines effectively as the statute of limitations set by Illinois law allows a specific period within which any actions must be instituted – typically 2 years from date of injury though certain exceptions may apply. Our attorneys help you navigate these deadlines judiciously preventing loss of right due any inadvertent delay.

Choosing an experienced legal representative like Carlson Bier equips you with efficient negotiation prowess imperative for maximizing settlements whether dealing with insurers’ tactical ploys intended at reducing payouts or aggressively pursuing maximum damages against liable third parties in court.

Moreover, the duration to resolution after a construction accident lawsuit can be critically impacted by various factors – ranging from case complexities, number of parties involved or their willingness to negotiate settlements. Having dealt with numerous similar cases before, we provide realistic expectations and dedicated guidance at every step in your journey towards justice.

Importantly, at Carlson Bier, our commitment reaches beyond just legal representation – Our attorney team understand that recovery from injuries is multifaceted – involving not just nurse bills but often lost wages and loss in terms of working potential itself along with significant physical pain and mental trauma caused due such sudden accidents. That’s why we strive for holistic support handling your legal burden while you focus on regaining health fully comprehending the enormity involved in transforming lives post such traumatic events.

Navigating the aftermath of a construction site accident is daunting. At Carlson Bier, we’re committed to standing with you during this challenging time — upholding your rights, fighting for adequate compensation and ensuring that responsible parties are held accountable. For adept advice specifically tailored to unique circumstances surrounding your accident or if seeking any kind of assistance concerning construction site accident repercussions, click on the link below. Let us help you determine where you stand legally and calculate how much worth does your respective case holds today based on expert evaluation – because knowing what is fair is the first step towards achieving it!

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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 Colchester

Bike Incidents

Specializing in legal services for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Flame Wounds

Giving skilled legal advice for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Clinical Negligence

Offering expert legal representation for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Responsibility

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, supplying specialist legal guidance to clients affected by harmful products.

Nursing Home Neglect

Defending the rights of seniors who have been subjected to mistreatment in aged care environments, ensuring protection.

Slip and Slip Occurrences

Specialist in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking justice for their losses.

Neonatal Injuries

Delivering legal aid for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Mishaps

Accidents: Committed to assisting victims of car accidents get appropriate compensation for harms and destruction.

Bike Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal advice for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

Big Rig Collision

Extending professional legal advice for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for harms.

Construction Crashes

Concentrated on representing workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Cognitive Traumas

Focused on extending expert legal assistance for patients suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Traumas

Skilled in addressing cases for persons who have suffered harms from dog attacks or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Specializing in legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Unfair Passing

Working for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and professional legal assistance to ensure justice.

Spine Impairment

Focused on supporting patients with paralysis, offering specialized legal support to secure settlement.

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