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In the unfortunate event of a pedestrian accident, you need superior legal representation to ensure a fair outcome. Carlson Bier, an exceptional law firm, specializes in personal injury cases such as these. We understand how daunting this period can be and have dedicated our practice to representing the rights of every client dynamically. As Pedestrian Accident attorneys, we possess deep knowledge about Illinois statutes pertinent to these types of incidents and work diligently for maximum compensation based on real hardship from medical bills or lost earnings that resulted from injuries.

What sets Carlson Bier apart is not only our experience but also our commitment towards every individual case we undertake which allows us provide personalized assistance tailored to your specific circumstances.

In Decatur city, where potential dangers continue o pose risk against pedestrians crossing streets safely; we fervently advocate for safer road conditions while dismissing any chances for victim-blaming tactics.

Remember: You should never bear the cost when it’s someone else’s negligence leading into harm’s way. Trust in Carlson Bier—we’ll fight tirelessly recognizing your struggle and pursuing justice fervidly for all victims of pedestrian accidents.

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Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Decatur Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, Illinois’s premier personal injury attorney group specializing in securing justice for victims of pedestrian accidents. Our experienced legal team diligently advocates for those who have fallen prey to such incidents and suffered physical, emotional or financial adversity due their unforeseen run-ins with negligent drivers.

Pedestrian accidents can occur unexpectedly and result in severe consequences such as lingering pain, debilitating injury, mounting medical expenses, loss of earning capacity, and even the ultimate price – loss of human life. Tragically, these repercussions often befall innocent pedestrians through no fault of their own but rather due to the reckless behavior exhibited by others on the road. At Carlson Bier, we fully grasp these intense challenges that accident survivors face and we strive relentlessly to shoulder their burdens legally so they can focus entirely on their recovery process.

Our far-reaching expertise lies in a variety of cases related to pedestrian accidents. Some common instances involve:

– Hit-and-runs where a driver strikes a pedestrian and subsequently flees the scene

– Distracted driving resulting from cellphone usage or other in-car distractions

– Failing to yield right-of-way to pedestrians at marked or unmarked crosswalks

– Speeding or reckless driving which forces pedestrians into dangerous predicaments

Road users owe a duty of care towards every one around them including pedestrians. Violating this standard responsibility constitutes negligence which forms the basis for most personal injury claims. Key components in proving negligence are Duty (a legal obligation), Breach (violation of said duty), Causation (direct connection between actions committed and harm suffered) and Damage (verifiable harm experienced). With relentless determination paired with our unrivaled understanding of Illinois law, our attorneys navigate complex litigation waters fighting for your rightful compensation on all fronts.

Under Illinois statute 735 ILCS 5/13-202, you possess only two years from date of incident to file a personal injury lawsuit against liable party/parties. Perceived as ample time, this duration can be considerably shortened when considering the research and preparation involved in building a robust case. Delay exacerbates complications while prompt legal representation ensures you have adequate resources to protect your rights.

Our expert lawyers walk with you every single step of the way, unwaveringly committed to achieving fair settlement or trial verdict that duly compensates for your suffering. Their skillful representation amplifies your pursuit of justice as they:

– Thoroughly investigate all accident details

– Consult relevant industry professionals

– Scrutinize insurance policies

– Assist in filing claims

– Advocate aggressively on your behalf during litigation or negotiation stages

At Carlson Bier, our steadfast duty is to serve as your trusted advocate throughout this arduous journey – from initial consultation till closure of case; offering reassurance that you are not alone in confronting these severe challenges. We embrace our role as gatekeepers of justice for pedestrian accident victims ensuring that every voice is heard and accounted for within Illinois’s legal sphere.

We firmly believe in transparent client-interactions which typically commence with free initial consultations providing valuable insights into merits and potential outcomes of your legal endeavor. Visiting us permits an opportunity to shed light on complexities associated with personal injury lawsuits thereby promoting informed decision making.

Understanding the profits and risks attached to their legal battles aids clients in navigating turbulent terrains confidently – an advantage we enthusiastically bestow upon all who partner with us at Carlson Bier.

Determining liability following a pedestrian accident might seem daunting but doesn’t have to be with our competent team taking charge of investigating particulars rigorously ensuring no detail escapes scrutiny whilst unflinchingly fighting for maximal compensation due under law.

Ascertain how much your case is potentially worth by tapping onto complimentary evaluation expertise offered by our seasoned attorneys. Get started today by clicking on the button below which serves as first promising stride towards pursuing justly deserved restitution via staunch legal representation exemplified by Carlson Bier, Illinois’s distinguished personal injury attorney group.

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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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Areas of Practice in Decatur

Bicycle Accidents

Proficient in legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' recklessness or perilous conditions.

Scald Injuries

Giving skilled legal help for patients of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Physician Malpractice

Extending experienced legal representation for clients affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Fault

Managing cases involving unsafe products, extending specialist legal help to victims affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Misconduct

Supporting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Tumble & Trip Occurrences

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

Newborn Injuries

Providing legal assistance for families affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Crashes

Crashes: Devoted to helping patients of car accidents get equitable compensation for damages and losses.

Scooter Collisions

Committed to providing legal advice for motorcyclists involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

Truck Crash

Extending specialist legal services for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for losses.

Construction Incidents

Dedicated to supporting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Head Injuries

Expert in delivering compassionate legal advice for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Harms

Adept at tackling cases for clients who have suffered damages from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Collisions

Specializing in legal services for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Undeserved Loss

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and professional legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Backbone Trauma

Committed to advocating for individuals with paralysis, offering specialized legal support to secure redress.

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