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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’ve suffered injuries at a construction site in DeKalb, uncertainty and questions are likely looming. The legal intricacies of such accidents may pose challenges, but Carlson Bier’s proficient legal team can expertly navigate these complexities on your behalf. Our law firm specializes in Construction Site Accident cases, manifesting a stellar track record of securing deserved compensation for victims. Our detailed understanding of the Illinois state laws combined with our tenacity has set us apart from others in personal injury lawsuits. At Carlson Bier, we take pride in our personalized approach tailored to each client’s particular case details and circumstances leading to optimal outcomes. We understand that every minute counts following an accident; hence we provide rapid yet thorough analysis to ascertain potential compensable damages efficiently. Together with meticulously crafted compelling representation ensuring your rights stay protected throughout the process; our commitment extends beyond usual office hours reflecting true dedicated service delivery ideal for working-class clientele convenience needs—a testament to why many consider us as their first call after experiencing a construction site accident incident.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in DeKalb Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that construction site accidents can have devastating consequences. As dedicated personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, our primary goal is to safeguard your rights and ensure you receive the highest possible compensation for your losses. Whether it’s a fall from a scaffold, an equipment-related injury or any other onsite accident in construction work, we stand ready to aid you in navigating the legal complexities following these incidents.

To ensure safety at all construction sites, certain standards and regulations are put into place by entities like the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). However, despite such measures injuries still occur often due to negligence or non-compliance with these rules. At Carlson Bier:

• We strive to understand thoroughly every aspect of your case through detailed investigation.

• Our team collaborates with industry experts to bolster the strength of your claim.

• We help gather evidence from the accident site that strengthens your case.

• The legal representation we provide is tailored specifically towards winning maximum compensation for your loss are top priorities.

It’s worth noting that a workplace injury does not restrict one to Workers’ Compensation claims alone. Depending on circumstances surrounding your accident, multiple parties beyond just your employer could bear responsibility – manufacturers of faulty equipment used onsite being prime examples. Knowing how much burden this whole process might represent to you during these trying times, we take care of analyzing all potential liabilities and avenues of recovery while creating strategies designed for optimal results.

For those who’ve suffered traumatic brain injuries or spinal cord injuries due to falling objects or falls from elevated heights: it’s important to know that medical expenses after catastrophic injuries usually run high. Lifetime care may be required depending upon severity which often means long-term payment commitments. To assist you here example:

• We calculate future medical costs including therapy/rehabilitation needs as part of claim amount.

• We also include lost wages and diminished earning capacities owing to permanent disability.

Just because one slips & falls at a worksite does not automatically qualify them for compensation. The real key is proving negligence of duty by the contractor, subcontractor or site owner. With our expertise, you can rest assured that we will aggressively pursue the negligent parties involved to ensure accountability.

Insurance companies often aim to reduce payouts in construction site accident claims. Without expert counsel representing your interests, it’s easy to fall prey to their tactics and settle for less than what you deserve. For instance:

• Successful handling of ‘contributory negligence’ defenses from opposition.

• We employ strategies centered around injury aggravation prevention measures which were neglected by the responsible party.

At Carlson Bier, being expert personal injury attorneys based in Illinois means carrying out investigations punctiliously leveraging extensive knowledge about state-specific laws relating to third-party liability cases besides fighting insurance firms effectively securing your right to fair compensation.

When an unfortunate event like a construction site accident turns life upside down, finding strong legal representation who genuinely cares makes a world of difference. At Carlson Bier, our track record offers proof comprising numerous successful judgments setting precedents while transforming lives along the way! To find out just how much your case could be worth and take proactive steps towards justice and suitable compensation click on the button below. Let us be instrumental in leading you toward gaining back control over your life post-accident as surely as we’ve done countless times before.

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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 DeKalb

Cycling Crashes

Expert in legal support for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' indifference or hazardous conditions.

Fire Wounds

Extending adept legal services for sufferers of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Clinical Carelessness

Providing experienced legal advice for clients affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Fault

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, delivering skilled legal support to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Misconduct

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

Stumble & Trip Injuries

Adept in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking compensation for their harm.

Birth Injuries

Extending legal assistance for kin affected by medical incompetence resulting in birth injuries.

Car Collisions

Incidents: Concentrated on aiding patients of car accidents gain fair payout for damages and harm.

Motorbike Collisions

Expert in providing legal advice for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for losses.

Semi Mishap

Ensuring experienced legal representation for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for losses.

Worksite Collisions

Engaged in assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Neurological Traumas

Specializing in delivering dedicated legal support for patients suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Bite Damages

Proficient in handling cases for clients who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Committed to legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering compensation.

Unwarranted Demise

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and skilled legal support to ensure compensation.

Vertebral Damage

Committed to defending persons with vertebral damage, offering expert legal support to secure settlement.

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