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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you’re seeking diligent, relentless representation after a car accident in Edgewater, Carlson Bier is the exceptional choice. As esteemed Personal Injury Attorneys, our practice offers notable proficiency in navigating complex cases promising uncompromising dedication to your cause. Experienced in successfully tackling countless car accident claims across the state of Illinois; every case we undertake showcases our comprehensive knowledge and tactful litigation skills that truly set us apart.

Car accidents can have devastating effects on injury victims’ lives; thus choosing an attorney who understands this gravity becomes essential. Let Carlson Bier shoulder this burden as we guide you through these challenging times with strategic legal advice birthed from years of handling similar circumstances.

Our unwavering commitment to justice manifests itself in tireless efforts geared towards securing maximum compensation for hardship faced due to negligence or recklessness on roads. Choose preparedness and unparalleled expertise – choose Carlson Bier – because when it comes down to selecting a car accident attorney, not just any law firm will do!

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Car Accident Lawyers in Edgewater Illinois

Carlson Bier is a distinguished personal injury law firm headquartered in Illinois. Staffed with an expert team of dedicated legal professionals, we proffer our specialized skills to represent you during your car accident claim. Understanding the road towards rightful compensation can be complicated and bumpy, baffling even the most meticulous individual.

Car accidents are all too common yet encompass various nuances that make each incident unique. These distressing occurrences demand considerable attention to detail when formulating your case for full and fair recovery following injury or loss. This complexity calls for expertise only found in seasoned firms like Carlson Bier.

Critical aspects related to car accidents worth noting are:

– Accident Responsibility: Determining who was primarily negligent is vital as it directly impacts claims validity.

– Damage Evaluation: All damages, physical and nonphysical such as emotional distress must be quantified accurately.

– Time Limits: Every state has different laws about when you must file your case, referred to as “statutes of limitations.”

– Available Legal Remedies: These may include compensatory damages (like medical bills) or noneconomic awards (such as pain & suffering).

The subject matter revolves around intricate legislation and insurance regulations that could befuddle anyone without proper guidance. That’s why here at Carlson Bier – we don’t just offer representation – we deliver comprehensive education on your situation, so you never feel you’re walking through this journey blindly.

Imagine having everything systematically broken down into understandable segments where confusing legalese transforms into clear dialogues; where each step taken toward claiming what’s rightfully yours becomes progressively less daunting – that’s the quality service offered by Carlson Bier

When dealing with us, clients are not mere ‘cases’ but individuals deserving understanding during these testing times. Our primary mission is twofold – obtained rightful compensation while leaving our client better informed than before they walked through our office doors.

Choosing Carlson Bier also means choosing relentless advocacy from experienced lawyers aware of all the loopholes and traps in the personal injury law labyrinth. We know how to secure statements from eyewitnesses, hire expert witnesses when necessary, negotiate with insurance adjusters and, most of all, we have a proven track record on trial practice.

In addition to this peace-of-mind service delivery, our clients gain access to valuable resources including free reports, articles, ebooks and information about Carlson Bier’s internal processes. This feature is designed to bring you immense value – keeping you informed beyond our office walls.

Perhaps the one thing more unsettling than being involved in a car accident – is navigating your way through its aftermath alone. Don’t risk missing deadlines or underestimating your claim’s value due to ignorance of complex regulations.

Now that the complexities surrounding car accidents are clearer, aren’t you intrigued about how much your claim could be worth? Click on the button below for a robust analysis by experts passionate about serving justice where it’s due. Discover today how much more peaceful your journey towards full recovery can be with Carlson Bier’s solid representation fostering optimal compensation possible under Illinois state laws.

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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 Edgewater

Bicycle Crashes

Proficient in legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others's lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Scald Damages

Giving specialist legal support for patients of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Hospital Carelessness

Ensuring dedicated legal assistance for clients affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Liability

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, supplying professional legal support to victims affected by faulty goods.

Aged Mistreatment

Protecting the rights of elders who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble & Trip Accidents

Specialist in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking recovery for their injuries.

Neonatal Harms

Extending legal assistance for families affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Incidents

Collisions: Dedicated to guiding patients of car accidents obtain reasonable recompense for injuries and destruction.

Motorbike Incidents

Expert in providing legal advice for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

Truck Crash

Ensuring specialist legal advice for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recovery for harms.

Building Accidents

Focused on assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or misconduct.

Head Harms

Expert in delivering expert legal representation for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Damages

Proficient in addressing cases for clients who have suffered harms from dog bites or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Collisions

Specializing in legal representation for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Unjust Demise

Fighting for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and skilled legal services to ensure justice.

Backbone Harm

Focused on supporting patients with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal assistance to secure redress.

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