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Experience is crucial in the realm of personal injury law, particularly when challenging cases like Slip And Fall Accidents arise. If you seek highly qualified counsel with track record of success, consider Carlson Bier. As globally recognized experts specializing in these type of accidents, we have built our reputation through rigorous advocacy and meticulous attention to detail. We offer expertise refined over extensive litigation experience coupled with a deep understanding of Illinois laws surrounding Slip And Fall Accidents. While there may be many options available for a legal representative to assist you during such taxing times, what sets us apart at Carlson Bier is not only our unmatched competency but an empathetic approach that places your welfare at the heart of all considerations. Our commitment goes beyond winning cases; it’s about achieving justice and ensuring that clients are duly compensated for their unfortunate experiences without undue stress or anxiety clouding their journey towards recovery.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Elk Grove Illinois

When you need trusted legal guidance in Illinois following a Slip and Fall Accident, Carlson Bier attorneys are your dependable advocates. These accidents commonly occur when conditions of a surface or area such as uneven walkways, wet floors, poorly lit stairs, or cluttered pathways create dangerous circumstances leading to unexpected trips, slips or falls. Navigating the aftermath can be complicated and confusing; however, our experienced lawyers at Carlson Bier aim to illuminate this path with comprehensive knowledge coupled with dedicated service.

Slip and Fall Accidents can result in various injuries from minor sprains and bruises to severe damages like fractures or traumatic brain injuries. The repercussions may entail substantial medical expenses, loss of income due to inability to work, pain and suffering that hampers quality of life among other setbacks. At Carlson Bier attorneys group, we endeavor to realize the maximum compensation for these unforeseen costs aiding you through difficult times.

It’s critical for injury victims to understand some key elements associated with slip and fall accident cases:

• Premises Liability: In slip and fall accidents, liability often falls on the property owner who has failed in their duty of care towards maintaining safe premises.

• Notice Requirement: It needs establishing that either the owner was aware or reasonably should have been aware about the hazardous condition yet did nothing to rectify it.

• Comparative Negligence: In Illinois State law acknowledges comparative negligence that means if an accident victim is partially responsible for their injuries then any financial award may be reduced proportionally.

Our seasoned team of lawyers put immense emphasis on these constituting factors helping clients comprehend complexities encircling their case; enabling informed decision making. We meticulously review each relevant detail surrounding the accident right from location specifics such as whether it occurred at a commercial establishment or private residence followed by evaluating evidence demonstrating proprietor’s negligence.

Navigating insurance negotiations following such mishap becomes incredibly draining both emotionally as well as physically particularly during recoveries hence seeking professional assistance proves beneficial. Our attorneys at Carlson Bier bear impeccable negotiation acumen ensuring clients receive a fair settlement that covers the totality of incurred losses. In instances where negotiations fall through, we are skilled enough to take your case to trial securing the justice you rightfully deserve.

Ensuring safety must always be paramount for property owners in Illinois but unfortunately negligence often leads to serious injuries or even fatality. If you or someone close has been victim of such an incident, our dedicated lawyers will be by your side offering exceptional legal representation with compassion and results-oriented approach. Remember, it’s important to act swiftly as Illinois law provides only a limited time within which claims for personal injury can be filed post-accident.

At Carlson Bier attorney group, we believe everyone should have access to quality legal representation regardless of their economic situation hence we work on a contingency basis; simply put – No recovery, no fee! You won’t pay us anything until we secure victory in your favor.

Outstandingly reliable and proven successful – that’s what defines our strong reputation as personal injury lawyers in Illinois. Your suffering matters and taking first step towards rightful compensation today could dramatically change your tomorrow. Understandably navigating legal complexities alone proves daunting hence let us shoulder this challenge together; Let Carlson Bier champion your cause.

Curious about potential worth of your slip and fall accident claim? Click on the button below for a free case review illustrating the value you might receive from competent representation offered by our seasoned team at Carlson Bier attorneys… because Justice delayed is Justice denied!

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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 Elk Grove

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Dedicated to legal representation for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Scald Wounds

Giving professional legal support for people of major burn injuries caused by events or carelessness.

Physician Misconduct

Delivering dedicated legal services for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Items Fault

Taking on cases involving faulty products, delivering adept legal guidance to victims affected by harmful products.

Senior Malpractice

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring protection.

Trip & Fall Mishaps

Adept in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal support to individuals seeking redress for their damages.

Childbirth Damages

Providing legal help for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Collisions

Accidents: Dedicated to helping individuals of car accidents get equitable recompense for hurts and losses.

Bike Incidents

Focused on providing legal advice for individuals involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for injuries.

18-Wheeler Collision

Ensuring specialist legal services for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for damages.

Building Mishaps

Concentrated on representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Cerebral Damages

Dedicated to offering professional legal support for persons suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Traumas

Adept at tackling cases for clients who have suffered damages from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Incidents

Focused on legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Unfair Demise

Advocating for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and expert legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Neural Impairment

Dedicated to defending persons with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure compensation.

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