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About Carlson Bier Associates

When construction site accidents occur in Dongola, Carlson Bier is fiercely committed to safeguarding your rights. We specialize in personal injury cases, with particular expertise in construction accident litigation. By relentlessly pursuing justice and substantial compensation for our clients’ injuries, we help those affected navigate their path towards recovery and restoration. Carlson Bier’s team of attorneys are seasoned professionals adept at dissecting the complexities surrounding such accidents; addressing service provider negligence, non-compliance with safety standards or equipment failure issues that frequently lead to tragic incidents onsite. With an enviable track record of managing countless successful claims under Illinois law, we are confident about delivering results when you need them most. Understanding the immense emotional toll and financial hardship these circumstances impose on victims is paramount for us at Carlson Bier – it inspires our tenacity every step along the legal journey ahead. Entrust your representation with a firm which has shaped Illinois personal injury litigation landscape over decades – Consider Carlson Bier today.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Dongola Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we serve as a dependable lifeline for those navigating the turbulent waters of personal injury law in Illinois. As your legal representatives following a Construction Site Accident, our responsibility is to ensure that you receive the optimal level of compensation for any injustice or mistreatment you may have suffered.

Construction site accidents are among the most prevalent and serious injuries workers can experience. In this light, it is crucial to understand what constitutes such incidents. These accidents encompass scaffolding mishaps, machinery malfunctions, unattended debris slip-ups, electrocutions, falls from heights or ladders – all tragedies caused by third-party negligence or improper rule adherence at construction sites.

The resultant injuries from these on-site calamities range broadly but carry with them significant physical and emotional tolls. Examples include broken bones, spinal cord issues, traumatic brain injuries (TBI), paralysis cases, severe burn injuries, loss of vision or hearing capabilities- essentially life-altering ramifications that not only impact one’s health but also ability to earn livelihood.

Clarifying fault during these unfortunate occurrences isn’t always clear-cut; however, this is where the strength of an experienced legal team comes into play. We meticulously analyze every aspect of your accident through diligent fact-finding exercises involving eyewitness interviews and comprehensive analysis of official reports surrounding each incident.

Furthermore understanding the involved laws makes way towards claiming rightful compensations without obstacles. For instance:

• Under Illinois’ Workers’ Compensation Act – This entitles affected employees to specific benefits irrespective of fault establishment.

• Via Personal Injury Lawsuit – Victims may pursue additional coverage if liability lies entirely with someone apart from their employer.

• Applicable under Product Liability Rules – If faulty construction equipment contributed majorly in causing the accident.

Justifiably ordering these instances requires both time and rigorous expertise ensuring meticulous scrutiny: two components heavily prioritized within Carlson Bier’s approach when taking up new cases; we adopt a personalized ‘no stone left unturned’ strategy per client enabling us to address each unique case holistically, identifying the best possible legal pathways and potential outcomes.

Negotiating settlements with insurance companies forms an integral part of our services. As practiced Illinois personal injury lawyers, we are well-versed in securing fair compensation to cover medical bills, physical therapy costs, emotional pain & suffering losses, and loss of wages due to inability to resume previous working capacity.

Despite adversities or court complexities that may arise during your personal journey toward securing justice for your accidents on construction sites – remember: At Carlson Bier, we zealously fight on behalf of clients like you who are striving against challenges born from such grave circumstances.

As you delve deeper into understanding the implications of your situation and how it is dealt within the sphere of Illinois law surrounding construction site accidents; pondering over what real-life action steps really look like can become a daunting prospect. But worry not! We’re here to ease your anxiety and provide you practical solutions molded from years of victorious scenarios executed favorably by Carlson Bier’s team for countless valued clients just like yourself!

In many cases like yours–our diligent efforts have resulted in noteworthy victories via judicious recourse resulting in substantial compensation figures. Yet every incident & its corresponding claim remains unique as no two personal trauma stories are ever identical. This makes deciphering precise entitlements highly case-specific: entwining numerous variables ranging from accident severity & associated impact-levels to exploring additional contributing factors woven within your narrative.

So don’t risk going about this process alone! Allow the experts at Carlson Bier assist—you deserve top-tier representation after enduring a traumatic event such as a construction site accident in Illinois. Simply click on the button below and let’s discover together where your journey towards rightful resolution truly begins—discover concretely what your case might be worth in terms of legal avenues available under our protectively watchful eyes!

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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 Dongola

Cycling Accidents

Specializing in legal representation for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others' carelessness or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Providing adept legal services for people of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Clinical Negligence

Offering professional legal assistance for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Responsibility

Handling cases involving defective products, extending professional legal support to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Mistreatment

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring restitution.

Tumble & Fall Accidents

Skilled in handling trip accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking recovery for their injuries.

Newborn Wounds

Offering legal help for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Collisions

Collisions: Committed to assisting patients of car accidents gain reasonable remuneration for hurts and impairment.

Motorcycle Accidents

Dedicated to providing legal services for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for losses.

Truck Accident

Extending experienced legal services for drivers involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for injuries.

Building Incidents

Focused on supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or negligence.

Neurological Traumas

Dedicated to providing professional legal representation for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Harms

Adept at tackling cases for victims who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Focused on legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering compensation.

Wrongful Passing

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying empathetic and skilled legal support to ensure fairness.

Neural Injury

Expert in defending individuals with backbone trauma, offering expert legal services to secure redress.

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