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When you’ve been in a car accident, securing dependable legal representation matters immensely. One name that springs to mind is Carlson Bier, an esteemed Illinois-based personal injury lawyer firm specializing in car accidents. Our demonstrated competence and rigorous dedication towards our clients’ welfare distinguishes us from others. We have manifested resilience and diligence throughout countless cases similar to yours which led to significant favorable outcomes for our clientèle. We understand the Deer Park community’s needs as we’ve ably represented many residing there after traumatic motor vehicle incidents. Our professional team will navigate through the complexities of legal proceedings on your behalf ensuring justice is served as deserved without you having any physical or geographical hindrance with respect to our location factor.Having attained numerous settlements by successfully demonstrating fault against negligent drivers, Carlson Bier stands resolute and adept at fighting insurance companies fiercely while protecting your rights steadfastly.Turn your turmoil into something positive by choosing the right ally-Carlson Bier,the people’s choice for reliable Car Accident Attorney services .

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Car Accidents Lawyers in Deer Park Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, your trusted partner in navigating the intricate legal landscape surrounding car accidents and personal injury claims in Illinois. At Carlson Bier, we understand that every car accident is unique, with distinct triggers, impacts, and legal implications. Hence, our expert attorneys work diligently to unveil all pertinent details about each case for robust and comprehensive representation.

Despite ongoing advancements in automotive technology intended to curb road mishaps, car accidents remain a plaguing issue across the United States. The reality of dealing with injuries sustained from such unfortunate incidences can be daunting emotionally, physically, and legally. That’s where we come in – equipped with rich experience handling multifaceted personal injury cases resulting from various types of car accidents.

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Understanding the specific type of car accident you are involved in significantly influences the development of your case:

1. Rear-End Collisions: Commonly linked to tailgating or abrupt stops which may lead to whiplash or other serious injuries.

2. Side-Impact Collisions: Known as T-bone or broadside collisions often result in traumatic brain injuries due to severe impact on vehicle sides.

3. Head-On Collisions: Frequently deadly due to high-impact force directed at both drivers’ frontal areas.

4. Rollover Accidents: Primarily related but not limited to SUVs; they inflict catastrophic injuries due mainly to the vehicle’s roof caving in.

Navigating through these scenarios can be overwhelming even on normal days without the burdens of managing medical care costs and insurance paperwork. Therefore it’s crucial that should you find yourself entangled into this distressing situation seeking professional assistance becomes paramount.

Carlson Bier dedicated team of accomplished attorneys are passionate champions for individuals devastated by severe physical pain owing to another person’s negligence behind wheels. Over decades of practicing law across Illinois’ courts we have consistently achieved commendable verdicts reflecting our rigorous dedication to our clients’ welfare.

We realize that landmark decisions are reached from meticulous evaluation of every vital diagonal, hence our lawyers dive in great depth examining the pre-accident circumstances including driver behavior and car conditions amongst others. This thorough analysis fosters the presentation of compelling evidence solidifying the backbone for a robust litigation which can withstand opposition’s attempts to discredit your claims.

Moreover, Illinois law dictates stringent rules for assigning blame in car accidents. Operational under ‘Modified Comparative Negligence’ rule, you may not be barred from filing a lawsuit even if you were partially at fault for accident provided your percentage fault falls below 51/100. However making this determination requires an experienced attorney who can clearly point out nuances providing balance between your contributions to accident vis-a-vis those made by other involved parties.

At Carlson Bier we specially tailor each representation to meet our clients’ unique needs and situations navigating expertly through complex case-law statutes and evolving Illinois jurisdiction laws characterizing their distinct cases with justifiable reward values proportionate directing partial full or none responsibility towards them.

Please remember seeking legal counsel promptly after the accident is critical because, under governing statute of limitations in Illinois, you generally have up to two years from the crash date or discovery date of injuries resulting thereof within which to bring forth personal injury claim. Late submissions often face immediate dismissals robbing victims off rightful compensation due.

Whether you’re dealing with minor injuries or facing life-altering impacts like loss limb paralysis brain damage or wrongful death it’s crucial reassuring walking side-by-side alongside compassionate mission-driven individuals dedicated relentlessly fighting safeguarding your rights till end of tunnel light appears – right where it’s worth rendering clear determinations about who pays what recompense incorporating nuanced elements as lost earnings medical bills cost future care intangible losses e.g. emotional distress pain suffering etc., into presented legal fight justice demands.

Now, lets go forward together taking pivotal first step towards unveiling your case’s unique value. Click on the button below to discover your potential claim worth today! Carlson Bier potent blend of compassion empathy and intensive preparation commitment provides comprehensive legal support right from initial consultation through final verdict stages including settlements appeal processes if need arises shouldering tedious complex paperwork load earning back some your zealous living spirit despite life turbulences making us leading choice for personal injury law representation across Illinois you can count our expertise light guiding paths towards eventual healing justice recovery success’.

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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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Car Accident FAQ​

The most common causes of car accidents in Chicago include:

  • Driver negligence: This includes distracted driving, speeding, and failing to yield.
  • Road conditions: Potholes, uneven pavement, and other road hazards can cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles.
  • Vehicle defects: Defective vehicles can cause accidents in a variety of ways.
  • Weather conditions: Rain, snow, and ice can make roads slick and dangerous.

If you are involved in a car 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.
  • Exchange information with the other driver. Get their name, address, insurance information, and license plate number.
  • 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.
  • Report the accident to the police. This will create a record of the accident and help you get help if you need it.
  • Contact a car accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a car 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 driver who caused your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a car 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.

In a car 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.

    Property damage: This includes the cost of repairing or replacing your vehicle.

    Punitive damages: These damages are awarded to punish the defendant for egregious or reckless conduct.

The statute of limitations for car 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 Deer Park

Bicycle Collisions

Dedicated to legal services for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Flame Traumas

Providing specialist legal services for patients of intense burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Hospital Carelessness

Extending expert legal support for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including surgical errors.

Items Fault

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, providing expert legal support to victims affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Neglect

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in nursing homes environments, ensuring restitution.

Fall & Fall Accidents

Adept in dealing with slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking justice for their damages.

Infant Damages

Extending legal support for households affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Automobile Collisions

Collisions: Devoted to helping victims of car accidents receive appropriate settlement for wounds and harm.

Motorbike Crashes

Focused on providing legal services for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

Big Rig Collision

Ensuring expert legal representation for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for damages.

Construction Site Mishaps

Concentrated on defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Brain Damages

Focused on ensuring professional legal representation for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Injuries

Skilled in handling cases for individuals who have suffered harms from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Specializing in legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Unjust Fatality

Striving for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and experienced legal services to ensure fairness.

Spine Damage

Committed to advocating for clients with spine impairments, offering specialized legal assistance to secure compensation.

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