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About Carlson Bier Associates

When dealing with personal injury cases, you need a stellar legal representation deeply rooted in experience, knowledge and reliability. At Carlson Bier, we prioritize your needs by providing unyielding commitment to obtaining justice for our clients. Our dedicated attorneys specialize in personal injuries and understand the nuances of more specific laws relating to these types of incidents – not only statewide but also considering guidelines unique to local areas like Colchester.

Our firm excels through an intensive case-by-case approach that ensures meticulously personalized strategies supporting every client’s circumstance. We appreciate that each incident differs and demands its own tactful procedure. This attention-to-detail manifests as an impressive track record attaining substantial settlements or court awards where necessary.

Carlson Bier’s robust understanding of intricacies surrounding Personal Injury law reflects our extensive success across numerous satisfied clients around Illinois.

So if you seek expert guidance from a team undoubtedly invested in securing just outcomes for individuals afflicted by personal injuries, consider Carlson Bier; we thrive on advocating vigorously and passionately – simply so our deserving clients can focus on recovery whilst having peace-of-mind about their legal matters being handled professionally at all times.

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Personal Injury Lawyers in Colchester Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, your proficient and supportive partner during an otherwise strenuous time following a personal injury. We are a dedicated group of personal injury attorneys based in Illinois; our role is to provide comprehensive legal assistance with a profound sense of compassion and commitment. Our underlying obligation is not just towards winning cases, but also becoming the force behind a comforting healing process for all our clients.

Personal injuries can often lead to overwhelming emotional turmoil and financial strain. At Carlson Bier, we want you to understand that you have legal rights – rights which can offer some level of alleviation through fair compensation for your adversities. The fundamental purview of Personal Injury Law includes instances such as motor vehicle accidents, slip, trip and fall incidents, medical malpractice or negligences by healthcare providers – essentially any inadvertent harm caused due to another person’s negligence.

Consider these key aspects about Personal Injury:

• It provides justice for those who suffered harm due to others’ negligence.

• Grants victims the right to seek recompense for medical bills, lost wages, property damage etc.

• Helps prevent similar accidents by holding people/organizations accountable.

Decoding Personal Injury Law might seem complex considering the multitude of existing laws and regulations; rest assured though – at Carlson Bier we demystify this complexity into digestible chunks making it easily comprehensible even if law isn’t one’s forte.”

A simple yet effectual characteristic about us is our openness regarding approachability. At no point would we leave you grappling with unanswered questions or unattended concerns – there always has been & always will be room for open discussions and clear communication when dealing with us.

Your journey from being represented in courtrooms or negotiations until receiving rightful compensation will be intricately handled by an experienced specialist working relentlessly on your case. We work diligently keeping only one goal in mind: ensure maximum possible compensation while decreasing all corresponding stress involved.

Our promise stands towards tailoring individualized strategies for each case and rendering dedicated services to ensure timely justice. Backed by our years of experience and a portfolio of victorious outcomes, we understand the laws intricacies and know how to optimally apply them.

Rest assured knowing that entrusting Carlson Bier implies working with:

• Devoted lawyers who communicate regularly.

• A team highly skilled in handling a plethora of personal injury cases.

• Assertive legal representation working tirelessly towards maximum compensation.

We bear the badge of being lawfully present right here, within Illinois’s geographical confines– poised with sufficient knowledge about local state laws governing personal injuries – always ready to render our high-quality legal services when you need us most.

As your last resort after enduring such unfortunate incidents, it’s vital to have an accomplished group like ours at your side. This not only increases your chances for appropriate compensation but equally importantly provides assurance – something precious in these challenging times.

At Carlson Bier, we passionately uphold our commitment towards personalized attention combined with exceptional results. It is this steady commitment that echoes through every faceted hallmark service from us – transforming painful realities into monumental victories one life at a time.

To turn your suffering into strength by casting aside any lingering doubts or unanswered questions, simply click on the button below to find out how much your case is worth. Your healing journey can commence right now – allow us the honour of serving as its catalyst. The first step does indeed begin with you; together let’s make sure it leads somewhere truly worthwhile. We are Carlson Bier: steadfastly behind you every step required until restored normalcy becomes reality once again!

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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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Two-Wheeler Collisions

Dedicated to legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or perilous conditions.

Burn Burns

Supplying specialist legal services for people of major burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Clinical Carelessness

Offering specialist legal advice for clients affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Responsibility

Taking on cases involving faulty products, supplying adept legal support to individuals affected by faulty goods.

Elder Mistreatment

Representing the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to malpractice in care facilities environments, ensuring protection.

Fall & Trip Incidents

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

Neonatal Traumas

Offering legal support for relatives affected by medical malpractice resulting in infant injuries.

Motor Collisions

Collisions: Devoted to supporting sufferers of car accidents receive reasonable payout for injuries and losses.

Motorbike Collisions

Expert in providing legal services for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

18-Wheeler Accident

Extending expert legal support for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing fair recovery for injuries.

Construction Site Incidents

Committed to advocating for workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or recklessness.

Cerebral Harms

Committed to extending specialized legal services for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Injuries

Adept at handling cases for people who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Collisions

Focused on legal assistance for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering restitution.

Unwarranted Fatality

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and skilled legal guidance to ensure redress.

Spine Harm

Focused on defending victims with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal support to secure justice.

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