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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you are involved in a slip and fall accident, it is essential to rely on an experienced attorney who understands this specific branch of personal injury law. At Carlson Bier, we offer comprehensive legal counsel with substantial focus on slip and fall accidents. Entrust your case to our capable hands for not just competent representation but compassionate assistance too. Our team at Carlson Bier carefully examines each claim, meticulously deciphering all points to argue in favor of the victim’s rights effectively. We have built a robust track record across Illinois due to our diligence toward pursuing justice for those wronged through negligence or carelessness leading to these unfortunate incidents. In terms of sheer experience and professional dedication within personal injury law context specifically focused on slip-and-fall accidents, few can truly compare with us at Carlson Bier – attorneys well versed throughout Illinois legislation pertaining these claims related matters providing tailored remedies for diverse cases while always remaining fully committed toward client welfare. Regardless whether litigation or negotiation becomes needed during progressing course-your best interests remain our primary concern.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Danville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our focus is on you and the relevance of your slip and fall accidents. This aspect of personal injury law can be complex and confusing without an experienced personal injury attorney at the helm to guide you through the intricacies with wisdom borne out of years in practice. As a leading law firm based in Illinois, we provide comprehensive legal services while placing paramount importance on ethical standards and client care.

Slip and Fall Accidents are more common than most people realize, resulting in painful injuries which often have long-term effects. They occur when a person falls due to a hazardous condition on someone else’s property, forcing them into a spiral of medical bills, loss of earnings, enduring pain or even permanent disability. It’s important to understand that if the owner or occupier knew about this risk yet did nothing to fix it, then they may well be legally responsible for any resultant harm.

• Firstly, establishing whether negligence was involved is crucial. Our attorneys carefully comb through every detail related to your accident – from weather conditions influencing outdoor platforms to inadequate lighting in stairwells or visibly worn-out flooring – leaving no stone unturned.

• What counts as acceptable evidence is another vital aspect. Photographs of the scene immediately after the incident might show cracks in pavement or spills left unattended; medical records detailing specific injuries sustained along with their treatments costs; eyewitness testimonies all play key roles within these cases.

• Time also plays a pivotal role when dealing with Slip and Fall Accidents claims in Illinois. There is a statute of limitations within which you must file your claim lest it becomes invalid, therefore making prompt action advisable upon incidents occurring.

Navigating this terrain requires seasoned guidance only attainable by partnering with skillful lawyers who know how to assert your rights effectively protecting your interests throughout negotiations or trials if need be. At Carlson Bier,we don’t just provide legal representation – we offer warm reassurances layered over sturdy practices backed by innovative strategies.

Being involved in a Slip and Fall Accident can be a daunting experience – the challenge of balancing ongoing medical treatments with legal proceedings isn’t an easy task. At Carlson Bier, we aim to alleviate this burden ensuring your lawsuit is pursued proactively while you focus on what matters most – recovering physically.

Our attorneys painstakingly assess these case nuances interpreting their implications through years of personal injury law practice resulting in comprehensive reports offering strategic insights informing planning processes aligned with your best interests. Importantly, we ensure open communication channels are maintained creating trustful relationships that weather any storm-legal or otherwise.

When it comes to claims settlements too, our acumen for crafting detailed demands reflecting actual losses suffered not merely economic ones proves invaluable. By projecting future medical expenses, lost earning potential alongside non-economic damages such as pain and suffering we present persuasive cases prompting favorable resolutions quicker than one might have envisaged.

Through compassionate client care married with robust legal representation, Carlson Bier embodies the bastion of hope those mired within the swampy trenches of Slip and Fall Accidents desperately need rooting for them. Because when it’s about rights trampled upon due to someone else’s negligence, justice served rightly can become the healing balm soothing all pains endured post-accidents spurred by ill-maintained premises.

Every slip and fall accident has its unique circumstances. They’re never one-size-fits-all events making professional assistance crucial towards resolution seeking. Take action today because delaying can harm your chances securing rightful compensations only a seasoned attorney appreciates fully having worked similar rounding curves before hence strategizing effectively against possible pitfalls encountered.

At Carlson Bier, we invite you to discover just how much your case could be worth with no obligations tied-in -because at heart of every claim lies not mere figures but real-life happenstances where individuals like yourself found their lives upturned drastically courtesy someone else’s disregardful attitude; exploring options available becomes then essential for moving ahead strengthened.

Do take a moment to click on the button below – together, let’s embark on this journey seeking justice rightfully owed to you. Every step of the way, be assured that Carlson Bier is fervently championing your cause with a professional vigour encased within a compassionate shell – because at our firm understanding your pain and fighting towards easing them isn’t just an assignment – it’s our utmost endeavor.

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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 Danville

Bike Accidents

Focused on legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's indifference or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Burns

Providing expert legal assistance for victims of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or negligence.

Physician Carelessness

Extending expert legal services for persons affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Responsibility

Handling cases involving problematic products, providing skilled legal help to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Abuse

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in elderly care environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall & Trip Injuries

Professional in managing trip accident cases, providing legal support to individuals seeking compensation for their suffering.

Childbirth Damages

Extending legal help for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Accidents: Concentrated on supporting sufferers of car accidents secure fair payout for hurts and destruction.

Bike Incidents

Focused on providing representation for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

Trucking Collision

Delivering experienced legal services for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for harms.

Building Site Accidents

Focused on advocating for workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Cerebral Impairments

Expert in delivering specialized legal services for clients suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Wounds

Specialized in managing cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Jogger Mishaps

Dedicated to legal assistance for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Unfair Loss

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering compassionate and adept legal services to ensure fairness.

Spine Impairment

Dedicated to representing persons with spinal cord injuries, offering expert legal assistance to secure recovery.

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