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About Carlson Bier Associates

When a construction site accident occurs, it can result in devastating injuries that disrupt your life. It is imperative to have established legal help on your side and Carlson Bier firm stands as the ideal solution in this predicament. We offer exceptional dedication to our clients, ushering them through complex legal processes involved with personal injury cases. Our expertise in this specific branch of law within Illinois renders us optimal advocates for victims of these accidents. Our team vigorously fights for fair compensation ensuring medical bills, loss of income and other consequential damages are adequately covered. Trust Carlson Bier’s proven track record which highlights our commitment towards securing justice for those wronged due to negligence or unsafe working conditions at construction sites.

We understand Elmwood’s unique community character and strive diligently to serve its inhabitants by providing steadfast representation without imposing any geographical burden on them.

Remember, after an unfortunate event at a construction site, reaching out promptly increases chances of favorable outcomes while key evidence remains intact – right when you need it most,settle only for the best – opt for Carlson Bier Construction Site Accident attorneys!

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Elmwood Illinois

Representing the state of Illinois, we are Carlson Bier, a personal injury attorney group specializing in Construction Site Accident cases. Our dedicated team of legal professionals understands the difficulties construction workers face every day and has made it their mission to provide unwavering support if an accident occurs.

Construction site accidents often involve heavy equipment malfunctions, falling objects, scaffolding collapses or even slip and fall instances. These incidents can lead to severe injuries that may permanently affect your life; from broken bones, spinal cord damage, traumatic brain injuries to fatalities. It’s important to know your rights as a worker should such unfortunate events occur.

Your employer is legally obligated to provide safe working conditions on construction sites. This includes proper training and safety gear along with well-maintained machinery and structures. In case you’ve endured harm due to negligence or violation of these obligations by your employer or third party, you have a legal right to compensation for medical bills, loss of wages during recovery time or even life-changing disabilities.

Actionable points after a Construction Site Accident:

• Seek immediate medical attention

• Document all injuries and keep records

• Preserve evidence from the scene (using photographs for example)

• Retain copies of all communications with employers or insurance companies

• Consult with an experienced personal injury lawyer

At Carlson Bier we work diligently on each case that comes into our hands incorporating strategic investigation methodology designed to establish liability clearly whether being faulty equipment supplied by manufacturers or contractors neglecting necessary precautions.

Our attorneys take pride in their aggressive negotiation skills with insurance companies ensuring fair settlement offers for our clients’ pain suffering lost wages medical expenses and more.

Moreover we recognize each case brought presents its own unique set of circumstances requiring special attention commitment towards thoughtful representation.

Navigating through laws concerning construction site accidents can be complex considering multi-tiers involved like few parties- employer general contractor subcontractors product manufacturers suppliers situated between responsibilities end-user i.e., worker at bottom tier.

Hence even if you feel your injury was a result of your own clumsiness instead, chances are there exist unsafe conditions encouraged it. Our experienced attorneys take optimal time to understand intricacies analyze best course action specific claims ensuring successful outcome.

Similarly, third-party liability might come into play when accidents occur due to defective tools or machinery supplied by other companies. Pinning this liability requires thorough investigation and solid proof – tasks that we at Carlson Bier undertake with due diligence.

We believe in maintaining transparency throughout the legal process helping our clients understand every step taken on their behalf. We also operate on a contingency fee agreement which means our clients do not pay unless we achieve success in determining compensation for them.

Decidedly, taking on insurance companies or big corporations can be daunting considering they have unlimited resources at disposal superior legal representation nonetheless rest assured while you focus recovery care necessary aspect case passionately professionally bringing about most favorable results possible client.

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Engage with our wealth of experience today; navigating through the particulars of Construction Site Accident cases is no small feat and every decision matters significantly towards achieving a positive result. Partner with the dedicated team of professionals at Carlson Bier for diligent advocacy based upon deep industry knowledge and practical expertise developed over years well executed service delivery in Illinois personal injury law landscape.

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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 Elmwood

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Specializing in legal advocacy for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Fire Wounds

Giving professional legal services for victims of serious burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Healthcare Incompetence

Offering specialist legal support for individuals affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Accountability

Managing cases involving faulty products, supplying specialist legal guidance to victims affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Malpractice

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

Slip & Trip Occurrences

Professional in handling tumble accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking recovery for their suffering.

Infant Harms

Supplying legal aid for kin affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Incidents: Committed to assisting patients of car accidents secure fair payout for damages and losses.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Focused on providing representation for individuals involved in bike accidents, ensuring just recovery for losses.

Big Rig Incident

Delivering specialist legal advice for persons involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for damages.

Building Site Incidents

Engaged in defending staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Brain Traumas

Dedicated to ensuring professional legal advice for clients suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Damages

Expertise in addressing cases for victims who have suffered damages from dog bites or animal attacks.

Jogger Collisions

Committed to legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Wrongful Fatality

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and experienced legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Vertebral Impairment

Specializing in supporting victims with backbone trauma, offering professional legal services to secure compensation.

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