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Facing a slip and fall accident can be both physically debilitating, emotionally daunting, and legally complex. Carlson Bier is committed to assisting you in navigating this trying period. As proficient personal injury lawyers in Illinois, we specialize in Slip And Fall Accidents cases where liability resides with negligent parties causing unnecessary harm. At Carlson Bier, our team’s experience and knowledge provide clients with the necessary resources for pursuing rightful compensation diligently and effectively.

Your risks are reduced once you opt for our expert assistance at Carlson Bier because we apply an unwavering approach toward each case underpinned by strategic thinking, rigorous fact-checking, fierce dedication combined with empathetic understanding of your unique circumstances.

Regardless of the complexity of your claim incurred beyond Damiansville or within Illinois borders; whether it involves commercial premises like shopping malls or residential areas such as condo complexes; trust us to advocate relentlessly on behalf of injured victims when accountability must occur.

Look no further than Carlson Bier – Your preferred law firm standing strong beside you during unforeseen times involving Slip And Fall Accidents that disrupt life’s order while replenishing justice served.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Damiansville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we take pride in being the trusted authority for personal injury law, particularly specializing in Slip and Fall accidents throughout Illinois. As your go-to personal injury attorneys, we place immense focus on delivering top-tier counsel while walking with you every step of the way from claim filing to settlement.

Slip and Fall accidents can be incredibly complicated incidences shrouded in gray areas of negligence and liability. However, when they occur as a result of someone else’s negligence such as unattended spillages or hazardous conditions left without warning indicators, it becomes crucially essential for victims to seek accomplished legal representation that recognizes the true depth and impact of such cases.

To better understand Slip and Fall incidents, it’s essential to know what they encompass:

– A “slip” occurs due to a loss of balance resulted from very slick floorings due to oil spillage or wet surfaces.

– A ‘fall’ incident implies a situation where a pedestrian trips over an obstacle negligently placed on their pathway.

– The term ‘trip’ usually refers to occurrences when one stumbles or falls while navigating unpaved roads, potholes or uneven footpaths.

Each scenario is unique – highlighting its unfortunate ability to bring about unexpected medical bills, pain and suffering, mental anguish not forgetting lost wages for those who must take time off work. In such times knowing your rights can mark the difference between enduring unnecessary financial burdens versus finding some semblance of financial relief even amidst challenging times.

Yet another intricate aspect attached to these incidences pertains intricately proving negligence. In Illinois like many other states across America, it often boils down on whether property owners knew about the dangerous condition but did nothing – this could include leaving freestanding water on floors during rainfalls or failing altogether to install handrails on stairwells despite clear stipulations outlined by state safety codes.

Seeing that premises liability laws can prove tricky; here are three general scenarios you should be privy to:

– If the property owner created the slip and fall hazard.

– If the property owner knew about the potential dangers but refused or neglected to rectify them.

– Finally if a reasonable person would have discovered and corrected the hazardous situation.

At Carlson Bier, we possess an unwavering commitment towards not only explaining these complexities but also fighting tirelessly for victim’s rights who’ve suffered due to such blunders. Looking through your case keenly, our team of dedicated personal injury lawyers probes deeply into the circumstances of every presented case. We utilize our professional knowledge and experience diligently unravelling evidence that other less-motivated stakeholders may disregard too readily – striving relentlessly until justice is served duly.

Above anything else, our most notable edge lies in treating all cases-defamation as well as slip and fall injuries-with equal importance because at Carlson Bier we believe no one accident is more serious than another, each carrying its unique intricacies requiring dedicated professional efforts so victims can receive their rightful compensation-we mourn with those who mourn but celebrate fellow victorious pit-stops along life’s journey fueled by grit-driven victories court-room after court-room!

It’s time you took charge today! Click on the button below for an absolutely free consultation on how much your case might be worth. Don’t let worries about legal fees hold you back from seeking justice; at Carlson Bier, we operate on a contingency basis meaning we don’t get paid unless you do – it doesn’t get any better than that! Assert your rights today by leaning upon reliable expertise built over years of successful settlements – hope awaits 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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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 Damiansville

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Expert in legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or dangerous conditions.

Flame Damages

Giving professional legal assistance for victims of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Clinical Negligence

Delivering specialist legal advice for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Fault

Handling cases involving dangerous products, providing specialist legal services to clients affected by harmful products.

Elder Abuse

Defending the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Tumble & Tumble Incidents

Expert in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking restitution for their harm.

Neonatal Wounds

Offering legal help for households affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Crashes

Mishaps: Focused on supporting patients of car accidents get reasonable compensation for hurts and destruction.

Scooter Accidents

Committed to providing legal services for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Semi Collision

Providing specialist legal advice for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for damages.

Building Crashes

Dedicated to representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or negligence.

Neurological Injuries

Dedicated to offering dedicated legal services for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Traumas

Proficient in dealing with cases for persons who have suffered harms from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Committed to legal support for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering claims.

Undeserved Fatality

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, supplying understanding and adept legal services to ensure compensation.

Vertebral Injury

Specializing in supporting victims with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal services to secure settlement.

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