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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with a personal injury matter in Edwardsville, partnering with Carlson Bier can transform your circumstances into a favorable outcome. Recognized widely for their skill-set and unwavering dedication to clients’ rights, the firm’s attorneys safeguard your interests by delivering an exceptional level of litigation support uniquely tailored to rectify personal injury disputes. They navigate the complexities of legal processes on your behalf with proficiency and tenacity so you could reap justice that is due.

At Carlson Bier, each case undertaken translates into our commitment towards achieving success while minimizing stress on the client. We understand how crucial it is for society’s well-being to effectively handle situations where individuals have been wronged via personal injuries, hence what ensures fairness in unfavorable eventualities; we mediate as per Illinois law workings efficiently.

Carlson Bier’s team possesses unwavering persistence and industry knowledge rendering us capable specialists when taking any personal injury dispute head-on. Henceforth we envision being renowned advocates who always stand up righteously against those responsible for causing harm willingly or unwillingly–to exemplify justice at its absolute best!

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Personal Injury Lawyers in Edwardsville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we seamlessly merge years of professional experience and extensive expertise to offer top-notch personal injury legal services across Illinois. As a revered team of personal injury attorneys, our mission is simple – providing high-quality representation while ensuring that each client feels valued and understood.

Personal injury law deals with unfortunate situations in which people are hurt due to the negligence or misconduct of others. The nature of accidents can be varied-ranging from car crashes, work-related injuries, slip-and-falls and other incidents where reckless behavior leads to physical harm. The aftermath of such events often involve dealing with medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering – burdens you shouldn’t have to shoulder alone.

• Experienced Representation: At Carlson Bier, our dedicated team puts its vast knowledge into action for clients who find themselves grappling within these complex legal territories.

• Customized Strategy: Understanding that every case holds unique complexities, we tailor-made strategies aiming for maximum compensation.

• Compassionate Guidance: As your trusted counsel through this trying time, empathy stands as one of our foundational pillars.

Victims justifiably want justice against those responsible for their predicaments. That’s where personal injury law takes center stage offering recourse for those affected by another party’s neglectful actions. It allows them rightful claims on damages linked directly to the incident—essentially offering an avenue towards recovery both physically and financially.

A successful claim must tick three crucial boxes;

1) Proof – You were harmed due to someone else’s failure to use reasonable care.

2) Damages – Tangible losses incurred could range from medical expenses, lost income during recuperation period up-to intangible ones like emotive distress.

3) Causation – Show direct linkage between the defendant’s carelessness and resultant injuries.

However daunting navigating these requirements may seem, at Carlson Bier we take pride in going above and beyond expectations in unearthing compelling evidence supporting each key point—thus building a formidable case in your favor.

Equally important, insurance companies are business entities that prioritize their profits; hence the urgent need for skilled representation to act as your advocate against low-ball settlement offers. Our competent attorneys possess the tact and tenacity required while handling aggressive insurers without compromising on clients’ deserved compensation.

It’s equally crucial to note that personal injury cases have a statute of limitations – an expiry date beyond which claims can’t be done. In Illinois, this period is typically two years from the accident’s occurrence. At Carlson Bier, we understand time sensitivity around initiating these complex processes and endeavour to operate accordingly.

Succinctly put, personal injury laws exist to protect you – reiterating how critical it is hiring one acquainted with its intricate maze when filing claims for maximum recovery. Carlson Bier embodies such proficiency – ensuring each client experiences unwavering dedication coupled with unmatched legal prowess resulting in favorable rulings.

On a final note, remember our objective goes beyond availing legal services but transcends into forging impactful professionalism-based relationships ensuring lasting peace-of-mind long after successful settlements!!

Ready to start on this life-altering journey towards getting the justice you deserve? Find out how much your case might be worth by clicking the button below. Trust Carlson Bier to turn woes into wins because every client matters!

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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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Bicycle Crashes

Focused on legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's indifference or hazardous conditions.

Flame Damages

Offering expert legal advice for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by events or indifference.

Clinical Negligence

Providing specialist legal services for patients affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Fault

Handling cases involving dangerous products, extending expert legal services to clients affected by faulty goods.

Elder Mistreatment

Representing the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to neglect in nursing homes environments, ensuring restitution.

Trip & Fall Accidents

Skilled in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking restitution for their harm.

Birth Traumas

Offering legal assistance for families affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Crashes: Devoted to aiding clients of car accidents secure appropriate remuneration for damages and destruction.

Bike Accidents

Specializing in providing legal support for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Big Rig Crash

Providing adept legal representation for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful compensation for losses.

Construction Site Accidents

Focused on defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Head Harms

Specializing in offering professional legal services for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Traumas

Proficient in dealing with cases for people who have suffered injuries from dog bites or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Accidents

Expert in legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Wrongful Passing

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, extending compassionate and expert legal guidance to ensure justice.

Spine Impairment

Dedicated to assisting victims with backbone trauma, offering specialized legal guidance to secure recovery.

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