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When faced with the repercussions of a defective product, securing proficient legal assistance is paramount. Carlson Bier, acknowledged as a resilient Products Liability attorney group, focuses on upholding your rights and securing deserved compensation in Elmwood Park. Our attorneys exhibit an unparalleled track record in successfully tackling complex litigation involving faulty products of varying scales. This includes anything from household items to automotive parts or medical devices; we manage it all by proficiency and strategic acumen. We’re dedicated to taking all necessary measures required to sufficiently tackle even the most challenging Products Liability cases that cause personal injury, using meticulous research methods and leveraging our vast experience in Illinois law procedures for affluent settlements or verdicts.

Backed by astute professionals at Carlson Bier who work industriously towards comprehending and resolving your concerns, you are ensured unmatched representation throughout your case.Prepare for comprehensive legal defense rooted deeply in a firm commitment to justice-catering specifically to safeguarding clients’ interests affected by defective products around Elmwood Park – That’s Carlson Bier!

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Products Liability Lawyers in Elmwood Park Illinois

Carlson Bier is a sterling law firm that excels in the field of personal injury, with a specialty in Products Liability cases. Committed to providing industry-leading legal representation across Illinois, our professional attorneys combine an impressive breadth of knowledge with unparalleled determination to achieve the best possible outcomes for you.

Fundamental understanding about Products Liability is imperative, as it plays a significant role within our legal paradigm. This area of law refers to the responsibility imposed on product manufacturers and distributors who create or sell products that end up causing harm to consumers or their property due to design defects, manufacturing faults or inadequate warnings. Additionally, Products Liability can extend beyond physical injuries and include mental anguish making it highly complex territory.

Key aspects involved in Product liability cases:

– **Design Defects** come into play when all products of a specific line inherently pose some risk regardless of perfect manufacture or user instructions.

– **Manufacturing Defects** refer to situations where just certain iterations of a product are risky due to mishaps during production process.

– **Marketing Defects** (usually misleading labeling) encompass errors made during the selling point which misguide consumers leading them unaware towards potential risks.

At Carlson Bier, we have mastered not only the intricate nuts-and-bolts required for successful litigation but also understand how devastating these mishaps can be from an emotional perspective. Our attorneys do more than just represent you legally – they provide the emotional support needed during challenging times whilst pursuing every possible avenue aggressively ensuring your rights are protected and justice served.

As professionals established within Illinois’ legal framework carrying significant expertise on Products Liability claims; Carlson Bier assures complete transparency regarding case proceedings and costs alongside dedicated services throughout case progression keeping you informed each step.

Signing-up with Carlson Bier grants access not only to top-notch legal counsel provided by experienced and compassionate attorneys but provides vital educational resources geared toward enhancing your comprehension about various crucial facets pertaining products liability enabling you make informed decisions.

Our diligent attorneys are consistently updated with changes in regulations and legislation, ensuring that you always get the best-informed counsel. Additionally, Carlson Bier prides itself on its honesty and integrity, meaning we’ll give you candid feedback about your case’s worth while pointing out certain aspects which could potentially modify your claim value. Regardless of uncertainty adhered with these cases, our team remains committed to fighting for maximum compensation that is rightfully yours.

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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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Product Liability FAQ​

Product liability is the legal responsibility of manufacturers, distributors, sellers, and suppliers for injuries caused by defective products.

The three main types of product liability claims are:

  • Manufacturing defects: These defects occur during the manufacturing process and cause the product to be unsafe.
  • Design defects: These defects exist in the design of the product and make it inherently unsafe.
  • Marketing defects: These defects occur when the manufacturer or seller fails to adequately warn consumers about the dangers of the product.

The signs and symptoms of a product liability injury can vary depending on the type of product that caused the injury. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Physical injuries: These could include cuts, bruises, burns, fractures, and other injuries.
  • Property damage: This could include damage to your home, car, or other belongings.
  • Economic losses: These could include lost wages, medical expenses, and other financial losses.

The treatment options for product liability injuries will vary depending on the severity of the injuries. However, some common treatment options include:

  • Surgery: Surgery may be required to repair injuries that were caused by a defective product.
  • Physical therapy: Physical therapy may be required to help patients regain their strength and mobility after suffering an injury.
  • Occupational therapy: Occupational therapy may be required to help patients learn to perform activities of daily living after suffering an injury.
  • Medications: Medications may be required to treat pain and other symptoms of product liability injuries.

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit for a product liability injury if you have been injured due to a defective product. A product liability lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

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Areas of Practice in Elmwood Park

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Specializing in legal support for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Fire Wounds

Extending specialist legal support for victims of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Medical Misconduct

Offering specialist legal services for clients affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Accountability

Dealing with cases involving faulty products, extending expert legal assistance to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Mistreatment

Protecting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Slip & Tumble Accidents

Skilled in handling trip accident cases, providing legal representation to individuals seeking redress for their suffering.

Childbirth Injuries

Offering legal aid for kin affected by medical misconduct resulting in birth injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Accidents: Devoted to assisting clients of car accidents get just recompense for injuries and damages.

Bike Incidents

Expert in providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

Truck Accident

Extending specialist legal support for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing fair recovery for injuries.

Construction Accidents

Engaged in representing staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or negligence.

Cognitive Damages

Focused on providing expert legal assistance for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Harms

Expertise in addressing cases for clients who have suffered traumas from dog bites or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Committed to legal advocacy for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Death

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and professional legal representation to ensure fairness.

Vertebral Damage

Specializing in representing patients with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal assistance to secure justice.

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