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About Carlson Bier Associates

When facing adversity after a construction site accident, turn to Carlson Bier for comprehensive legal support. As a trusted personal injury attorney group in Illinois, we specialize in representing cases of construction site accidents with profound diligence and expertise. Our skilled attorneys understand the intricacies of such complex incidents; they are equipped to handle severe injury cases resulting from scaffolding falls, machinery malfunctions or other workplace hazards that occur at construction sites. We’re committed to striving for full compensation for our clients’ physical and emotional tribulation caused by these unfortunate events. Irrespective of your location within Illinois – be it Depue or elsewhere – we dedicate ourselves entirely to your cause ensuring you receive the highest standard of legal service coupled with uncompromising ethics every time you entrust us with your case. With Carlson Bier on your side, rest assured that you have adept legal representation ready to fight relentlessly for justice on your behalf when dealing with weighty matters relating to any Construction Site Accident scenarios.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Depue Illinois

As the reputable Carlson Bier Law Firm based in Illinois, we understand that construction site accidents can be catastrophic and life-altering. We take on personal injury cases with the prime objective of securing full compensation for injured workers or families who have lost a loved one due to negligence or unsafe conditions at a construction site. With this paramount goal, we utilize our robust legal expertise and deep-rooted experience in dealing with complex personal injury cases.

Construction sites often present numerous significant hazards which could potentially lead to serious injuries or even fatalities. Some common types of accidents include but are not limited to falls from heights, being struck by falling objects, equipment malfunctions, electrocutions, and trench collapse incidents among many others. These instances often arise out of violations of safety regulations mandated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

Take note of these essential aspects related to construction site accident claims:

– Liability: If you’ve suffered an injury due to someone else’s negligence – maybe because they failed to provide adequate safety measures or did not adhere to government-enforced protocols – you might be entitled to damages.

– Nature of Injury: An understanding of your actual physical harm is critical as it directly determines the extent of compensation needed.

– Medical Expenses: All costs incurred for medication, surgeries or therapy sessions post-injury would contribute towards calculating your claim value.

At Carlson Bier, we believe that educating clients is crucial as it creates knowledge-awareness about their rights and responsibilities while setting realistic expectations about outcomes. Our dedicated attorneys will guide you through every step ensuring best interest representation making optimum use of law provisions.

*Proving Negligence*: This aspect remains central in most accident-based personal injury cases wherein the defendant can be held liable only if their carelessness resulted in your harm.

*Workers’ Compensation Versus Personal Injury Claim*: Most injured workers are eligible for workers’ compensation insurance benefits without having to prove fault; however, such benefits may not cover all losses. A personal injury claim, on the other hand, offers wider compensation options but it requires proof of negligence.

It is important to bear in mind the crucial role played by an experienced personal injury attorney helping you navigate this complex process, advise you on suitable steps and advocate fiercely for your legal rights against insurance companies or negligent parties involved in your accident case.

Remember: Time is of essence in these cases given the statute of limitations, which restricts the amount of time within which a lawsuit must be filed. Therefore, we urge accident victims to connect with us at their earliest possible convenience so as not to miss out on any potential compensation.

Carlson Bier’s commitment extends beyond mere monetary recompense; our mission also includes focusing significantly on each client’s holistic recovery journey. It’s paramount that victims understand they are not alone in this journey – We take immense pride in making sure that your voice is heard and justice served.

For those who have suffered due to construction site accidents through no fault of their own, remember that understanding what’s next isn’t just about knowing the law—it involves knowing how to enforce it appropriately as well. Henceforth before signing off any settlements with insurance agents pressure or venturing into legal proceedings blindly do allow us opportunity assist guide you towards comprehensive resolution may deserve most

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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 Depue

Cycling Collisions

Proficient in legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' indifference or dangerous conditions.

Fire Injuries

Extending professional legal advice for people of intense burn injuries caused by events or carelessness.

Hospital Carelessness

Delivering professional legal services for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Merchandise Fault

Addressing cases involving defective products, extending adept legal assistance to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Senior Neglect

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Stumble & Tumble Mishaps

Skilled in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking restitution for their damages.

Childbirth Traumas

Providing legal assistance for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Accidents: Focused on helping patients of car accidents gain just recompense for wounds and losses.

Motorbike Incidents

Specializing in providing legal advice for riders involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for traumas.

Trucking Accident

Delivering adept legal representation for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for losses.

Construction Site Incidents

Engaged in advocating for workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or negligence.

Neurological Harms

Expert in providing compassionate legal advice for patients suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Damages

Adept at dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Crashes

Dedicated to legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Unwarranted Demise

Striving for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and professional legal support to ensure compensation.

Spine Damage

Dedicated to supporting individuals with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal services to secure justice.

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