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About Carlson Bier Associates

Suffering a car accident can be an overwhelming experience, often leading to physical pain and financial stress. During these testing times, choosing the right legal representation could make all the difference for your pursuit of justice. Look no further than Carlson Bier, a distinguished name among personal injury lawyers in Illinois. With our rich history of securing favorable verdicts and settlements for clients involved in car accidents, we stand firmly as your beacon during this challenging ordeal. We put our unrivaled expertise into investigating each detail meticulously to build robust cases while ensuring that you are treated with compassion every step of the way. Our proximity to Earlville gives us deep insights on handling local insurance companies and juridical scenarios adeptly without overstepping any state regulations regarding practice jurisdiction presentation.Make Carlson Bier – The voice fighting tirelessly for victims like you; here when it matters most.Say yes to skillful advocacy led by profound empathy.Choose wisely because nothing less than your peace of mind is at stake – choose Carlson Bier!

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Car Accident Lawyers in Earlville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that navigating the aftermath of a car accident can be stressful and confusing. As renowned personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, we specialize in simplifying complex legal matters for our clients while aggressively fighting to safeguard their rights against parties liable for their injuries. Car accidents can lead to fatal injuries, psychological trauma, and financial hardships due to loss of work and mounting medical bills.

Car accidents are incidents no one prepares for but they take place unexpectedly resulting in significant disruption of life. One moment you’re going about your day normally; the next thing you know, you are faced with debilitating injuries, property damage or worse still death – situations that raise many pertinent legal questions.

In order to emphasize several key aspects related to car accidents and personal injury law, let’s highlight some vital points:

– After an accident, it is vital for victims or families of deceased victims to seek legal representation immediately. This is because laws regulating unique facets of personal injury cases may limit the time duration within which claims must be filed.

– Personal Injury statutes vary among states making it essential to hire an attorney familiar with state-specific legislation.

– At Carlson Bier we have years of experience handling hundreds of successful negotiations and lawsuits throughout Illinois minimizing hassles for our client during these trying times.

Knowledge is power – understanding what constitutes as a personal injury from a car accident bolsters your position while dealing with insurance companies or representing your case in court if required.

– Injuries as a result of car accidents include not just physical harm like fractured bones or spinal cord damages but also emotional distress like PTSD.

– When another’s negligence leads directly to such adverse outcomes you are entitled by law to pursue recourse through litigation thorough experienced professionals like at Carlson Bier.

Successful litigations should ideally cover all immediate expenses arising from treating serious injuries along with any long-term issues demanding medical attention or rehabilitation incurred because of the accident.

– These compensations might offer financial relief for lost wages in the case of partial or total disability preventing return to work.

– Cases we handle often involve complex multi-party liability. Typically, those liable could be drivers, vehicle owners, companies employing commercial drivers, manufacturers of faulty car parts; or even entities responsible for maintaining safely drivable roads.

When you are faced with such daunting aspects post a traumatic accident remember Carlson Bier is here to help.

– We undertake rigorous investigations using our extensive resources and professional network – including seasoned accident reconstruction experts and medical professionals detailing injuries sustained.

– Our team will efficiently manage all communication with other involved parties so that your focus remains solely on recovery instead of frustrating red tape.

Returning life back to normalcy can take considerable time following an unexpected calamity like a car accident. At Carlson Bier, we consistently strive to alleviate legal burdens from our clients’ shoulders helping them on their journey towards recovery.

While it would be functionally impossible to provide all details related to personal injury law surrounding car accidents within this space; we urge you to keep up-to-date with latest developments in Illinois legislation or connect directly with us for personalized consultation catered specifically to your unique circumstances.

Remember: when it comes down to defending your rights and pursuing lawful damage recovery – choosing correct representation can make significant difference between struggling against faceless insurance behemoths alone versus securing full compensation deserved due incorrectly suffered hardships upon yourself and beloved family members.

Choosing Carlson Bier implies partnering with a skilled team dedicatedly fighting by your side ensuring best outcomes possible through informed advice given at critical moments during litigation procedures while ironically also kindly simplifying dense legalese suitable enough for anyone’s comprehension.

Circumventing potential pitfalls becomes easier aligning yourself alongside optimal partners possessing decades-long triumphs over diverse challenging circumstances impacting negatively countless lives otherwise unknowing about actions needed countering adverse impacts shaking foundations of their regular realities overnight.

Unsure how much could potentially claim through pursued litigations? Carlson Bier welcomes you to venture learning about ultimate worth your case ideally might command today; cautioned remembering every case significantly differs from another. Please feel free to click on the button below delving into our one-of-a-kind calculative tool predicting possible quantifiable outcomes based on specific particulars pertinent for your individual situation.

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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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Car Accident FAQ​

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 Earlville

Bicycle Collisions

Proficient in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or perilous conditions.

Fire Damages

Providing skilled legal support for individuals of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or recklessness.

Physician Misconduct

Ensuring specialist legal assistance for patients affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Responsibility

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, delivering specialist legal services to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Senior Abuse

Advocating for the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to malpractice in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip and Slip Occurrences

Specialist in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking recovery for their injuries.

Childbirth Harms

Providing legal guidance for kin affected by medical misconduct resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Collisions

Crashes: Focused on aiding patients of car accidents obtain reasonable recompense for damages and destruction.

Motorcycle Accidents

Focused on providing legal advice for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

Big Rig Mishap

Delivering expert legal advice for drivers involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for damages.

Building Site Accidents

Concentrated on supporting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Neurological Harms

Dedicated to extending specialized legal advice for patients suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Damages

Specialized in addressing cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from dog bites or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Crashes

Specializing in legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Unjust Fatality

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and experienced legal assistance to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Injury

Dedicated to supporting clients with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal representation to secure justice.

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