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About Carlson Bier Associates

At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on being preeminent car accident attorneys serving the Du Quoin community and beyond. Our team understands the complexities that arise from motor vehicle accidents, skillfully navigating legal proceedings to champion your rights in pursuit of a favorable outcome. We are well-versed with stringent Illinois state laws governing traffic-related cases and hence ensure you receive adept representation tailored to your needs. With years of experience under our belt, we diligently investigate every detail surrounding your accident and build an ironclad case aimed at securing maximum compensation for all damages suffered. Evidence gathering, negotiation with insurance companies or third parties plus tenacious courtroom advocacy if required – we handle it all meticulously to alleviate this burden from your shoulders while ensuring justice served is commensurate to your suffering. Undoubtedly, choosing Carlson Bier as Your Car Accident attorney translates into leveraging our expertise for comprehensive services geared towards optimal results – a decision affirming you’re in reliable hands committed to safeguarding your interests resolutely.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Du Quoin Illinois

Experience the power of relentless legal representation with Carlson Bier. Specializing in personal injury law, our firm is dedicated to driving justice for car accident victims in Illinois. Our profound understanding of the intricacies unique to car accident cases enables us to expertly guide you through this complicated and challenging process. We are deeply aware that every case is not just about legal claims—it’s profoundly about individuals who have been hurt, dealing with pain, frustration, cost of recovery and often a sudden jarring interruption to life’s routine.

Car accidents can lead to severe injuries resulting in enormous medical bills, potential loss of income, mental trauma and possible long-term healthcare requirements. Aligning with a skilled personal injury attorney from our team ensures you get fair compensation for all these aspects you’d otherwise face alone at an emotionally vulnerable time. We relentlessly work towards securing maximum settlement that considers future implications of your injuries beyond immediate doctor visits or hospitalization costs.

The importance of evidence cannot be understated when filing your claim: photographs from the accident scene, medical records detailing extent and nature of injuries sustained and treatment received can be pivotal in winning your case. Of equal significance is the role played by documented police reports identifying liable parties involved and corroborating eyewitness testimonies adding weightage to your position – having this information handy will expedite initiation of proceedings on your behalf.

At Carlson Bier, we represent clients on a contingency basis – meaning we don’t charge any fees unless successful recovery is made on their behalf – making quality legal representation accessible irrespective of financial constraints. Therefore eliminating out-of-pocket expenses associated with retaining regular attorney services.

Understanding insurance policies related to car accidents allow competent negotiations with insurance companies allowing maximized compensations – precisely where our attorneys at Carlson Bier leverage their experience into successfully representing client interests against aggressive insurers pursuing reduced payout tactics thereby ensuring due monetary perimeter around each client’s peace farm within which they recover sans financial worries!

Considering various complexities surrounding Personal Injury laws, navigating the legal minefield of a car accident claim can be daunting. It’s imperative to have an attorney, with proven experience in handling similar cases, advocating for you. Carlson Bier provides not just that but ensures personalized attention and care to each client we represent.

Partnering with us allows you access to aggressive representation keeping your best interests at stake while diligently facilitating recovery of rightful compensation owed to you by law from negligent parties involved.

Finally, remember it is crucial to contact us as soon as possible when involved in an automotive collision. Engaging our services immediately aids prompt investigation & preservation of critical evidence besides preventing breach of any time limits within which one should file their case in Illinois thereby avoiding jeopardizing potential claims even before they are initiated.

With decades-long collective track-record symbolizing desirable outcomes against formidable opposition – You’re truly never alone when part of the Carlson Bier family.

To sum up, dealing with consequences post a car accident can be harrowing physically as well mentally alongside unsettling routine life flow and financial stability. Embrace serenity through our expertly nuanced representation focusing on impactful resolution serving your best interests always! Find out today how much your case could potentially be worth by clicking on the button below – After all why should victims pay for someone else’s mistakes? Empower yourself today with Carlson Bier standing beside you…click below…victory is merely a phone call away!

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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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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 Du Quoin

Pedal Cycle Mishaps

Expert in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Damages

Providing specialist legal services for individuals of major burn injuries caused by incidents or misconduct.

Medical Malpractice

Extending experienced legal services for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Responsibility

Managing cases involving unsafe products, offering adept legal help to clients affected by defective items.

Geriatric Abuse

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Slip and Stumble Accidents

Skilled in handling stumble accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking justice for their damages.

Childbirth Injuries

Providing legal guidance for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Mishaps: Concentrated on guiding individuals of car accidents receive just compensation for wounds and damages.

Bike Incidents

Focused on providing legal services for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring just recovery for traumas.

Truck Accident

Offering specialist legal support for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for losses.

Construction Site Mishaps

Engaged in defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Brain Impairments

Specializing in delivering professional legal support for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Wounds

Expertise in dealing with cases for people who have suffered harms from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Expert in legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Wrongful Demise

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, providing empathetic and skilled legal representation to ensure compensation.

Neural Injury

Focused on assisting individuals with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure recovery.

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