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About Carlson Bier Associates

When enduring the aftermath of a devastating car accident, one needs a strong legal partner during such trying times, and that is where Carlson Bier comes into play. Boasting an exceptional team of experienced personal injury lawyers, we are adept at navigating the often complex world of auto accident litigation. While no two accidents are identical in nature or consequence, our unwavering commitment to advocating for victims ensures each case receives unparalleled attention and expertise. We specialize in pursuing fair compensation for medical expenses, loss wages and vehicle replacement costs among other damages potentially incurred during an automobile mishap. Carlson Bier excels at offering empathetic yet assertive representation crafted to aid individuals rebound with dignity after life-altering incidents on the roadways. Despite being based in Illinois, we take pride in catering to clients from diverse locales including El Paso ensuring their legal journey will be handled with utmost dedication irrespective of geographical considerations. Consider high-quality representation synonymous with Carlson Bier – your trusted advocate when facing car accident related tribulations.

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Car Accident Lawyers in El Paso Illinois

As an esteemed legal establishment known as Carlson Bier, we have expert attorneys who specialize in personal injury cases, operating within the bounds of Illinois law. As experts in Automotive Accidents and Personal Injuries space, it’s our mission to not only provide unparalleled legal representation but also to educate individuals about the intricacies of such situations.

Navigating auto accidents with severity can be challenging due to various factors involved: different injury types, varying insurance policies, unidentified culprits and more. Thus, understanding the essentials becomes paramount for anyone seeking justice or dealing with aftermaths.

• Severity of Injury – One chief point involved in car accident cases pertains to the type and extent of individual injuries. It significantly impacts compensation amounts. Serious conditions like brain injuries, paralysis or loss of limbs usually bring substantial settlements compared to minor fractures or scratches.

• Fault – Determining who is at fault plays a crucial role during proceedings. If you’re found partially responsible for an accident under Illinois’ comparative negligence rule, it could decrease your overall compensatory rewards. Having a skilled attorney on your side makes all the difference here.

• Insurance Policy Limit – Compensation can’t exceed policy limits set by implicated parties’ insurance providers; thus its pertinent knowledge determines potential recovery amount maximally possible.

Unfortunately, though wrongful conduct causes most accidents – reckless driving or violation traffic rules being common– identifying guilty parties isn’t always straightforward when hit-and-run incidents occur or multiple vehicles are involved.

As this discussion demonstrates, car accidents often involve several complexities that need expert help navigating successfully and ensuring fair treatment during proceedings.

Our team comprises trained professionals with specialized experiences handling vehicular accident litigation in Illinois with profound empathy-driven approach toward every case’s distinctive needs. We comprehend each situation’s emotional implications besides evident physical burdens inflicted upon victims; hence our commitment is resolute toward assisting claimants through these daunting times while obtaining rightful compensations they deserve through meticulous case presentations showcasing evidential support robustly to ascertain the responsible party’s liability.

Moreover, our strategy across cases is tailored according to individual case specifications– where data collection techniques employed for evidential support may vary drastically. Like any other legal proceeding, settlement timeframes in such cases also largely depend upon lawsuit complexities. However, straightforward issues with clear fault lines and easily determinable damages can be resolved relatively swiftly but only idealistically speaking. In reality, several factors beyond client or attorney’s control influence these timelines exponentially– court schedules being a prime example.

That all said, it becomes evident that no universal answer suits every car accident litigation prospect visiting our doors seeking advice; each situation requires treating distinctively as per intrinsic characteristics.

To assuage any queries persisting still about your particular situation and possible claim amounts involved therein – we invite you for an expert consultation session with the Carlson Bier attorney team. An investigative scrutiny of your predicament utilizing years of experience under similar situations will help elucidate possibilities further whilst clarifying doubts clouding peace-of-mind from non-compliance concerns lurking secretly behind unawareness corners unexplored hitherto.

Keeping updated about rights involved pre-and post-accidents empowers individuals toward taking informed decisions when faced with adversity suddenly– bringing calm amidst chaos reigning supreme during catastrophic moments otherwise unthinkable predictably running life patterns regularly.

Car accidents happen in a blink yet inflict long-standing hardships hard to anticipate– circumventing needs professional intervention guaranteeing rightful justice combating future uncertainties heads-on.

Being aware gives victims a protective shield against injustice perpetrated unabashedly through ignorance cultivated systematically via complex jargon-filled documentation encounters intimidating common folk unnerving already stressful times even more.

We remain committed to lending expertise pantheon offering actionable insights benefitting reader base at large while fostering stronger community bonds contributing responsibly toward building an injury-free driving culture eventually.

Click on the button below now to learn more about potential compensation figures intersecting your collision scenario specially – empowering self-awareness commendably navigating uncertain futures more confidently. Trust Carlson Bier– your advocate facing adversity courageously. Act now to find out how much might your case be worth!

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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 El Paso

Cycling Crashes

Proficient in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Scald Injuries

Giving expert legal assistance for people of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or recklessness.

Hospital Carelessness

Extending expert legal representation for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Accountability

Addressing cases involving defective products, extending professional legal services to customers affected by harmful products.

Aged Abuse

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to malpractice in care facilities environments, ensuring fairness.

Fall and Tumble Mishaps

Expert in handling trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking compensation for their damages.

Childbirth Damages

Delivering legal help for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Crashes: Focused on supporting clients of car accidents secure just remuneration for hurts and destruction.

Scooter Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal support for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for harm.

Trucking Incident

Delivering professional legal advice for drivers involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for damages.

Construction Collisions

Dedicated to supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or recklessness.

Cerebral Harms

Committed to ensuring dedicated legal advice for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Damages

Specialized in dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered wounds from dog bites or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Accidents

Specializing in legal support for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Demise

Fighting for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, supplying caring and professional legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Harm

Committed to advocating for persons with vertebral damage, offering compassionate legal support to secure recovery.

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