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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’re the victim of a slip and fall accident in Edwardsville, turn to Carlson Bier for uncompromising representation. Specializing in personal injury law, our expert team has an impressive track record with slip and fall cases. We meticulously examine every aspect of your situation to hold negligent parties responsible for their actions. Our attorneys strive tirelessly to ensure that you receive maximum compensation for medical expenses, lost wages or potential future losses related to your mishap. Unforeseen accidents can cause devastating emotional, physical, and financial stress; choosing Carlson Bier implies putting trust where it truly belongs – with seasoned professionals profoundly familiar with the intricacies of Illinois law regarding such incidents. Critical decisions require wise counsel – rely on Carlson Bier’s exceptional expertise concerning legitimate claims born out of unfortunate pitfalls or slips. It is essential that Edwardsville residents who have fallen prey to these accidents are granted justice they deserve—the kind hand-delivered by the steadfast commitment at Carlson Bier.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Edwardsville Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, the trusted name in personal injury law here in Illinois. As a firm that specializes in Slip and Fall accidents, we’re here to educate you on this prevalent type of incident and provide clarity on your legal rights while also guiding you towards a fair resolution.

A Slip and Fall accident can occur at any time, anywhere. These incidents are typically caused by dangerous conditions like wet or icy surfaces, uneven flooring, or faulty stairs. They could result from lack of proper maintenance on public pavements or commercial premises. However, successfully claiming compensation for such accidents involves proving negligence on part of the property owner.

Understanding negligence is crucial when it comes to Slip and Fall cases. In legal terms:

• Negligence signifies that a party failed to exercise reasonable care.

• In terms of accidental slips and falls, it refers to a property owner’s failure in managing their premises effectively for user safety.

Proving negligence is therefore cardinal to any claim made – demonstrating that an entity did indeed neglect its duty resulting in an individual’s undeserved harm.

Similarly crucial is understanding ‘duty of care’ – which differentiates incidents between private residences versus businesses open to the public:

• Private Premises: Homeowners have an obligation known as ‘duty of care’ towards their visitors. If poor maintenance leads to an injury-causing accident, they may be held liable.

• Businesses: Entities accessible publicly hold higher responsibilities regarding visitor safety. Adequate lighting, well-kept floors/walkways are mandatory; failing these could constitute liability should any associated injuries occur.

Not only can these accidents lead to serious physical harm but also create emotional distress along with financial hardship due to medical expenses and lost income from inability to work during recovery period. That’s why if you’ve suffered from a slip and fall incident seeking professional guidance will ensure no injustice goes unanswered within the realm of law.

Coming forward with details surrounding your unfortunate experience enables us at Carlson Bier to evaluate your claim, helping you understand how much compensation you may be entitled to. We leverage our legal expertise and knowledge of Illinois regulations to represent your best interests. Our dedicated approach increases the chances of a successful resolution and shifts the burden from you onto responsible parties.

However, every case is unique, with its own complexities requiring nuanced consideration. This necessitates an attorney well-versed in handling slip and fall accidents. At Carlson Bier we have longstanding experience confronting property owners, insurance companies and others who might try to shift blame on victims instead of fulfilling their duties.

Whether injuries are minor or severe doesn’t detract from the fact that as a victim you should never bear this profound life disruption solely due to someone else’s neglectful behavior. When you select us for representation, remember it’s not simply about financial recompense but also asserting that damages caused by someone else’s negligence are unacceptable.

Recovering from a Slip and Fall accident can be challenging physically emotionally and financially; navigating legal pathways on top only adds more stress. With opportunities often being time-sensitive it’s crucial not to delay exploring if eligible for rightful compensation – whether money lost due to missing work medical bills or other damages sustained.

To find out how much compensation your slip-and-fall incident could entitle you to, click on the button below. Our professional team at Carlson Bier awaits your query offering personalized attention towards resolving your case successfully for utmost peace of mind during sensitive times.

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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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Slip & Fall Accidents FAQ​

The most common causes of slip and fall accidents in Chicago include:

  • Wet or slippery floors: This could include spills, leaks, and snow and ice.
  • Uneven surfaces: This could include potholes, cracks in the pavement, and loose floorboards.
  • Poor lighting: This could make it difficult to see hazards on the ground.
  • Obstructions: This could include cords, boxes, and other objects that are in the way.

If you have a slip and fall 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 the property owner or manager. This will create a record of the accident and help you build your case if you decide to file a lawsuit.
  • 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.
  • Contact a slip and fall accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a slip and fall 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 property owner or manager if you believe they were negligent in maintaining the property.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a slip and fall 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 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 slip and fall 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 Edwardsville

Bike Crashes

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

Thermal Traumas

Giving expert legal assistance for sufferers of grave burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Healthcare Carelessness

Providing specialist legal advice for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Liability

Handling cases involving faulty products, supplying specialist legal assistance to victims affected by harmful products.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

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

Fall and Trip Accidents

Specialist in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal support to victims seeking justice for their suffering.

Infant Injuries

Offering legal guidance for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Collisions

Collisions: Devoted to supporting clients of car accidents obtain just payout for hurts and damages.

Bike Incidents

Expert in providing legal services for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Truck Accident

Ensuring professional legal representation for victims involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for harms.

Construction Mishaps

Concentrated on supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or recklessness.

Brain Impairments

Dedicated to extending compassionate legal advice for individuals suffering from head injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Injuries

Adept at tackling cases for clients who have suffered harms from puppy bites or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Committed to legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Unjust Passing

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and expert legal support to ensure restitution.

Neural Harm

Expert in assisting individuals with paralysis, offering expert legal support to secure compensation.

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