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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident in Depue, securing the assistance of exceptional legal representation immediately is crucial. Carlson Bier – renowned personal injury attorneys specializing in Slip And Fall Accidents represent your best option for navigating through this distressing time. With an established reputation both within Illinois and beyond, our dedicated team’s proficiency lies predominantly with such incidents, guaranteeing you exemplary service tailored to meet your needs effectively. Priding ourselves on our comprehensive understanding of complex liability laws surrounding these accidents, we strive relentlessly to secure maximum compensation for victims like yourself ensuring justice served while alleviating financial pressure from medical expenses or lost wages you may be facing. As experienced litigators backed by a wealth of successful claims resolutions under our belt; choosing Carlson Bier means entrusting your case into hands that value client commitment above all else – making us second to none when it comes to determining calculated expert strategy specifically designed around YOUR unique situation.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Depue Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in championing the rights of personal injury victims including those affected by slip and fall accidents, right here in Illinois. Our deep local knowledge coupled with our professional expertise sets us apart as premier advocates for victim’s rights. Slip and fall accidents are more than just a minor inconvenience; they can lead to substantial, long-lasting impacts on quality of life through physical injuries, emotional distress, lost earnings due to time off work as well as an assortment of unanticipated expenses.

Understanding what these types of accidents are is essential. Essentially ‘slip and fall’ is a term used within personal injury law to describe an incident where an individual slips or trips and consequently suffers harm on another person’s property. These accidents may be caused by wet floors, poor lighting conditions, irregularities in walking surfaces among other hazards that could have (and should have) been addressed by the property owner or manager.

What are your rights you ask? Well:

– It’s paramount to know that property owners have a legal duty of obligation to maintain safe premises for visitors.

– If you suffer injuries due to unsafe conditions attributable to negligence on the part of the property owner or manager then you have grounds for making a claim.

– Determining liability can however be complex – it necessitates establishing beyond reasonable doubt that there was negligence.

Carlson Bier is adept at navigating these complexities thanks to our dexterous team of attorneys versed in Illinois state laws pertaining specifically to slip and falls accident issues.

Further elements involved in slip and fall cases include:

– Outlining Negligence: Proving said accident occurred due negligence requires underscoring how the responsible party either created hazardous conditions or failed aptly respond once made aware.

– Accrued Damages: Document everything linked directly correlated with occurred incidents – from medical bills loss wages also mental anguish ensuing trauma.

Laying out this information might seem overwhelming but at Carlson Bier, we’re committed to guiding you through these steps so that your rights are upheld and your claim thoroughly argued.

Moreover, it’s crucial to remember that there is a statute of limitations in Illinois for slip and fall accidents. This means that you have a limited time period following the accident within which you must file your lawsuit otherwise risk losing the ability to do so at all. Our well-informed team can ensure timely filing and handle the intricate legal procedures on your behalf; thereby providing peace of mind allowing focus recuperation.

To summarize, slip and fall injury cases involve delineating negligence by property owners, showing direct cause between this negligence and injuries sustained also substantiating accumulated damages as result thereof. It’s essential engage experienced personal attorneys like those us at Carlson Bier guide process fully argue successfully claim.

Should fears arise regarding affordability – rest assured! Here at Carlson Bier, our policy follows strict adherence a ‘No win No fee’ structure meaning won’t pay us cent until win case!. Plus, initial consultations come absolutely free! You’ve endured enough stress due incident shouldn’t be added financial strain securing justice deserve.

So why linger? Click button below now determine just how much case could worth partnered with adept legal ally herein Carlson Bier. As they say: ‘Justice delays indeed justice denies.’ We await championing rightful compensation begin journey towards healing tranquility today ours personal injury lawyer firm deeply entrenched Illinois values promise stand every step way.

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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.

All Attorney Services in Depue

Areas of Practice in Depue

Bicycle Accidents

Specializing in legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or dangerous conditions.

Burn Injuries

Offering specialist legal assistance for victims of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Medical Misconduct

Providing professional legal advice for clients affected by hospital malpractice, including surgical errors.

Items Accountability

Handling cases involving unsafe products, delivering expert legal guidance to consumers affected by harmful products.

Senior Mistreatment

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

Trip and Tumble Occurrences

Skilled in handling trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to individuals seeking compensation for their suffering.

Childbirth Harms

Supplying legal guidance for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Mishaps: Committed to helping patients of car accidents receive appropriate compensation for hurts and damages.

Motorbike Mishaps

Dedicated to providing legal support for individuals involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for losses.

Big Rig Collision

Extending adept legal assistance for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing rightful settlement for losses.

Construction Collisions

Focused on defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Neurological Harms

Specializing in extending dedicated legal advice for persons suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Injuries

Specialized in dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or animal assaults.

Jogger Mishaps

Expert in legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Unjust Death

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, supplying understanding and experienced legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Backbone Impairment

Expert in defending patients with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure settlement.

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