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About Carlson Bier Associates

When construction accidents occur in Cullom, choosing a skilled attorney is paramount. That’s where Carlson Bier steps in as your dependable Construction Site Accident advocate. Our firm stands on a long-standing record of success and proven strategies for resolving complex personal injury cases, particularly related to Construction Site Accidents. We understand the intricate nature of State construction laws and OSHA regulations; we’re well-positioned to guarantee that every case point receives astute legal attention it demands. Dealing with injury repercussions while figuring out legal processes can be daunting, hence why our empathetic team shoulders these critical steps for you – verifying liability proofs, coordinating with insurance companies or handling negotiations meticulously so you can focus on health recovery solely. Choosing Carlson Bier means opting for diligence, dedication and an unfaltering commitment towards justice attainment at its fullest extent for all Construction Site Accidents victims throughout Illinois making us an integral consideration should you ever need expert representation encompassing both precedence knowledge & unmatched focalizes prowess over nuanced cases involving Construction site accidents.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Cullom Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that dealing with a construction site accident can be incredibly overwhelming. Our team of exceptional personal injury attorneys brings an unparalleled depth of experience and knowledge in the realm of Illinois construction site accident law. We are committed to elucidating the complexities surrounding your case, putting your mind at ease as we guide you through every step of the process.

Construction sites are inherently hazardous places filled with potential dangers at every corner. With heavy machinery operating incessantly, high-risk activities being carried out all day long, it is no surprise that mishaps occur more frequently on construction sites than most other workplaces. Tragically, these incidents often lead to serious injuries or even loss of life.

• Falls from height: Falling from scaffolding, cranes, roofs or ladders is one common cause of construction accident injuries.

• Being struck by objects: Construction materials or tools falling from aloft can inflict severe harm to those below.

• Machinery malfunctions: Faulty equipment or inadequate training to operate such machines can result in devastating accidents.

• Trench collapses: Workers excavating ditches and trenches risk being buried under tons of soil if proper safety measures aren’t followed.

It’s equally critical to comprehend that in Illinois, worker’s compensation isn’t the only legal recourse available for individuals injured at construction sites. Herein lies our proficiency – helping victims navigate their rights outside Worker’s Compensation laws and hold negligent third parties accountable for accidents resulting from poorly maintained work environments, insufficient safety protocols or defective equipment usage.

Proving negligence often poses a substantial challenge. However, our dedicated lawyers will meticulously scrutinize every angle of your case to establish liability effectively. At times this could entail determining breach of OSHA regulations requiring construction companies to provide safe working conditions; including worker protection equipment like hard hats and harnesses while performing high-altitude tasks above six feet off the ground according to 29 CFR 1926 – Construction Standards issued by The Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

Our promise to you at Carlson Bier is not just about winning your case. It’s also educating and empowering you so that by the end of our relationship, you have insight into aspects of Illinois state law concerning construction site accidents. Knowledge truly becomes power when used effectively, aiding in preventing future mishaps by fostering a culture of safety consciousness and adherence to regulatory standards within the construction industry.

To this effect, we relentlessly strive towards achieving maximum compensation for our clients suffering from medical expenses, lost wages due to inability to work or even wrongful death as a result of construction site accidents. We firmly believe it’s not just about seeking justice for your current situation but vehemently advocating for safer future workplace conditions.

Let us shoulder your legal burdens while you focus on recovery – because with Carlson Bier as your personal injury attorney, we’re all in this together! Hard working people deserve attorneys who work just as hard for them and that’s why we passionately go above and beyond for those facing personal injuries resulting from construction site accidents.

At Carlson Bier, there’s no financial risk involved in seeking the justice you truly deserve – our fees are based only on successful recoveries. So, don’t spend another minute wondering how much your case might be worth. Take action now! Click on the button below for a free evaluation of your claim because everyone has an inherent right to safe working environments coupled with competent legal representation – ensure yours with us today at Carlson Bier.

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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 Cullom

Cycling Collisions

Expert in legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' indifference or risky conditions.

Fire Traumas

Extending professional legal help for individuals of intense burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Clinical Incompetence

Delivering experienced legal assistance for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Obligation

Addressing cases involving faulty products, extending adept legal support to customers affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Misconduct

Supporting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring fairness.

Tumble and Slip Accidents

Specialist in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to individuals seeking compensation for their suffering.

Infant Traumas

Extending legal guidance for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Collisions

Accidents: Focused on assisting patients of car accidents gain reasonable payout for damages and destruction.

Motorcycle Collisions

Specializing in providing legal support for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Big Rig Mishap

Delivering experienced legal assistance for drivers involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for hurts.

Building Collisions

Committed to advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Cerebral Damages

Committed to providing expert legal advice for persons suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Traumas

Specialized in dealing with cases for people who have suffered harms from dog bites or animal attacks.

Jogger Collisions

Committed to legal support for walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering compensation.

Unfair Fatality

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, providing caring and professional legal support to ensure justice.

Neural Injury

Focused on advocating for clients with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal services to secure settlement.

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