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Slip and fall accidents demand immediate legal attention. At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury law, focusing on helping victims of slip-and-fall incidents to secure the compensation they deserve. Covering Crete and throughout Illinois, our professional team sets a high standard for meticulous assessment of cases. Leveraging extensive experience and profound insight into Illinois Slip And Fall Accidents laws, we provide robust support when you are most vulnerable. Representing your interests with fierce advocacy is at the core of what we do at Carlson Bier. We custom-tailor each approach according to the unique circumstances surrounding your case because no two accidents are alike — ensuring an optimal course of action leading towards achieving just settlements or verdicts. Decades-long reputation underscored by countless satisfied clients attests to our commitment to service excellence tirelessly fighting for justice while handling every detail from start-to-finish with efficacy and compassion – that’s Carlson Bier making strides for victims’ rights in challenging times!

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Crete Illinois

Accidents are part of life but when they occur due to someone else’s carelessness or negligence, you have the right to seek compensation for your injuries. In Illinois, slip and fall accidents fall under premises liability law. This legal domain holds the premise keeper accountable in situations where an individual was hurt on their property as a result of unsafe conditions.

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury cases including slip and fall accidents in Illinois. If you’ve been injured due to dangerous conditions on somebody else’s property, our seasoned attorneys can guide you through the process of securing the full compensation owed to you by law.

Slip and fall accidents can take place anywhere – at supermarkets, restaurants, workplaces or even private properties if safety protocols are not duly followed. These situations often involve hazards such as wet floors without proper signage, uneven surfaces, poorly lit areas, broken stairs or railings. The owner or occupier is legally bound to maintain these essential protections for all visitors’ safety.

•Each situation is unique: Slip and falls may seem simple mishaps yet every case possesses its own set of complexities that require specialized understanding for successful legal follow-up.

•Painful consequences: Severe injuries like broken bones, neck or back trauma could result from such seemingly minor incidents leading to hefty medical bills and loss of earnings during recovery.

•Proving Liability needs expertise: To secure compensation in legal terms calls for evidential proof that shows how owner’s negligence led directly to your accident which is easier said than done.

When dealing with slip and falls scenarios it is imperative that pertinent evidence be compiled promptly before circumstances change – a hastily cleaned spill after an accident could change everything visually but not factually. Time plays a crucial role; early consultation with experienced lawyers like us at Carlson Bier can help preserve necessary evidence through photographs, witness interviews etc., while enlightening clients regarding critical deadlines dictated by Statute of Limitations for filing lawsuit.

Getting into the nitty-gritty of premises liability law in Illinois, it’s important to understand that occupiers’ liability depends on victims’ classification – Invitees, Licensees or Trespassers. The property owners owe varying degrees of hazard-protection depending on this classification. Our personal injury attorneys have extensive knowledge and unparalleled skill helping numerous victims establish their status thereby helping build a strong case.

Lastly, we would like to dispel few myths around premises liability law – It’s not just reserved for customers who get injured. Anyone from delivery personnel to construction workers could claim rightful compensation if hurt due to unchecked property hazards. Nor is indoor accidents alone covered under premises law; it equally applies outdoors where perilous conditions like snow/ice coverings, poor lighting exist.

We encourage you not to tread this legal labyrinth alone! Let experienced lawyers at Carlson Bier guide through each step with professional insight until you receive fair settlement that includes coverage of medical bills, wages lost during recovery period along with compensation for your pain and suffering.

Take action promptly by clicking the button below. Find out how much your case may be worth without any financial obligation thanks to our strict ‘No Win No Fee’ policy at Carlson Bier.

Let our team support your journey back towards full health and esthetic justice. Remember, it’s no shame claiming what legally belongs to you – fairly compensatory retribution after unsafe environmental condition ruin a part of your life momentarily or even permanently in worst cases.

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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 Crete

Bicycle Mishaps

Expert in legal support for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's indifference or dangerous conditions.

Burn Burns

Supplying professional legal help for victims of severe burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Clinical Negligence

Offering experienced legal assistance for victims affected by healthcare malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Responsibility

Managing cases involving unsafe products, extending skilled legal support to customers affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Misconduct

Supporting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring fairness.

Slip and Tumble Accidents

Specialist in handling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to victims seeking compensation for their injuries.

Neonatal Damages

Offering legal guidance for loved ones affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Incidents

Collisions: Dedicated to supporting victims of car accidents obtain appropriate recompense for damages and impairment.

Motorbike Accidents

Committed to providing legal support for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

Big Rig Crash

Delivering experienced legal advice for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for harms.

Construction Site Incidents

Focused on supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Injuries

Specializing in delivering professional legal assistance for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to incidents.

Canine Attack Traumas

Skilled in handling cases for clients who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Expert in legal support for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Fatality

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and expert legal representation to ensure redress.

Neural Impairment

Committed to assisting persons with paralysis, offering compassionate legal representation to secure justice.

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