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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to construction site accidents in Elk Grove, Carlson Bier is the leading authority with expert attorney services designed to protect your legal rights. With their wealth of knowledge and experience, they illuminate every facet of complex personal injury cases arising from construction site mishaps. Each case is meticulously prepared by gathering extensive information regarding the incident resulting in a comprehensive representation that aids an effective compensation claim.

Their commitment to timely communication ensures clients are always informed about case progress while also addressing concerns efficiently. Every client at Carlson Bier enjoys personalized attention; where your voice matters and your situation understood.

Regarded for their tenacity and perseverance, they tirelessly seek favorable outcomes without losing sight of moral integrity. Their track record reflects not mere statistics but stories involving real individuals who deserved justice after a traumatizing accident on a construction site.

Whether dealing with contractors or contending against insurance companies’ tactics, Carlson Bier’s assertive approach successfully secures fair settlements for numerous Elk Grove residents suffering due to these incidents. Remember: when faced with daunting repercussions following a construction site accident – trust none other than Carlson Bier for all-encompassing legal support.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Elk Grove Illinois

At the distinguished Carlson Bier law firm, we specialize in personal injury cases with particular emphasis on Construction Site Accidents. Our experienced attorneys are based right here in sunny Illinois and stand ready to provide unparalleled legal assistance for both general injuries and those incurred on construction sites. Navigate with us through the maze of claims, paperwork, and agony that may accompany such unfortunate incidents.

Construction site accidents often cause severe injuries due to complexities involving heavy machinery use, potential falling debris, scaffold mishaps, or even slips due to inefficient safety measures. It’s crucial to understand that victims have rights within these scenarios – rights which mustn’t be swept under the rug or overlooked in a tide of bureaucracy. At Carlson Bier, we take pride in educating you thoroughly about how specific Illinois laws pertain particularly to your situation.

• Awareness: Your employer is required by law to maintain a safe work environment irrespective of costs involved.

• Compensation Rights: Regardless of who bears guilt within an accident scenario, you’re entitled to claim workers’ compensation benefits.

• Employer Liability: If your employer hasn’t complied with necessary safety practices stated by OSHA or has been negligent on-site; they can be held liable.

Understanding workplace-specific laws can be exceptionally challenging especially when dealing with trauma from post-accident stressors and recovery efforts. A cornerstone principle at Carlson Bier ensures that each client understands their individual case nuances so they can make confident decisions moving forward.

Our team strives relentlessly toward achieving premier results for those navigating through personal injury claims associated with construction sites. We bring considerable experience alongside skillful handling of countless past cases which has painted our firm favorably amongst peers and justly revered by clients alike.

In recent years there’s been a surge in complex litigation concerning construction companies’ liability pertinent specifically toward employees’ health & safety needs onsite. Here at Carlson Bier we leave no avenue unexplored—painstakingly examining every intricate detail included within your case, advocating ceaselessly for the justice you deserve.

Lean into the considerable knowledge-sphere that our distinguished attorneys bring to bear on your behalf. We understand every aspect of Illinois construction laws, industry standards, and protocol guidelines required for maintaining a safe work environment. Armed with this understanding alongside vast expertise garnered across numerous successful cases handled; we offer clients an unmatched advocacy platform.

Considerable stress can accompany the aftermath of any personal injury, not to mention those incurred within high-risk environments like construction sites—anxiety amplified by financial strain from medical bills or lost income due to recovery periods. Rest assured that Carlson Bier stands as your fortified safeguard capable of handling all legal aspects while you focus solemnly on healing and rejuvenation.

Unexpected accidents occur but knowing one’s rights signifies half the victory won—educating yourself indicates a willingness to protect self-interest amidst unfortunate circumstances. Partnering with Carlson Bier elevates these efforts by providing both superior jurisprudential acumen and peerless advice ensuring best chances toward winning compensation maximized uniquely in favor of YOU!

Remember—a daunting landscape awaits post-construction site accident requiring firm action backed by stalwart legal representation. Here at Carlson Bier we’re more than just lawyers; we are dedicated advocates sworn upon serving common man’s interests while pursuing justice against negligent parties.

Are you curious about how much your claim could be worth? The answer is only one click away! Don’t discount your pain or circumstantial frustrations—take assertive action now! Click on the button below to begin exploring exactly how we might significantly assist with receiving convergent compensation equivalent specifically against costs borne—both physically & emotionally—as a consequence from accidents caused on unsecured construction sites. We at Carlson Bier eagerly anticipate representing YOUR interests soon!

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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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Construction Site Accidents FAQ​

The most common causes of construction site accidents in Chicago include:

  • Falls: Falls from heights are the leading cause of fatalities on construction sites.
  • Struck-by accidents: Struck-by accidents occur when workers are hit by falling objects, moving vehicles, or other equipment.
  • Electrocutions: Electrocutions can occur when workers come into contact with live wires or electrical equipment.
  • Caught-in/between accidents: Caught-in/between accidents occur when workers are caught between two moving objects or between a moving object and a stationary object.
  • Overexertion injuries: Overexertion injuries can occur when workers lift heavy objects or perform repetitive tasks.

If you are injured in a construction site 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 your supervisor and to OSHA. OSHA is the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and they are responsible for investigating workplace accidents.
  • Contact a construction site accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a construction site 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 person or company responsible for your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a construction site 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 personal 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 construction site 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 Elk Grove

Bike Collisions

Proficient in legal support for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others' lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Supplying professional legal services for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by incidents or recklessness.

Physician Misconduct

Extending expert legal representation for clients affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Products Fault

Handling cases involving faulty products, extending adept legal guidance to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Senior Abuse

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to mistreatment in nursing homes environments, ensuring protection.

Trip and Stumble Injuries

Professional in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal support to individuals seeking justice for their losses.

Neonatal Injuries

Offering legal assistance for households affected by medical misconduct resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Collisions

Mishaps: Committed to aiding victims of car accidents obtain reasonable settlement for wounds and impairment.

Bike Mishaps

Focused on providing legal services for victims involved in scooter accidents, ensuring fair compensation for injuries.

Truck Crash

Providing adept legal representation for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for losses.

Building Mishaps

Committed to defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Head Damages

Expert in delivering dedicated legal assistance for clients suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Harms

Proficient in addressing cases for victims who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Dedicated to legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Undeserved Fatality

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and adept legal representation to ensure redress.

Neural Impairment

Focused on representing persons with paralysis, offering expert legal guidance to secure recovery.

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