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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you or someone close to you has been involved in a slip and fall accident, it’s imperative that you have competent, experienced legal representation. Carlson Bier is the pertinent choice for handling such cases diligently; their resourceful expertise within this complex sector of law ensures your rights are comprehensively safeguarded. In Elwood and throughout the state of Illinois, individuals who have suffered due to these unfortunate incidents can rest assured knowing they’re supported by an adept team with years of proven success in obtaining rightful compensation. Their proactive approach analyzing intricate details pertaining to slip and fall accidents forms strategic ways forward. The tenacity exhibited by Carlson Bier raises your chances significantly for securing favorable outcomes against those accountable for your distressing experience. So when a slip and fall accident upends life as you know it, make an informed choice—choose Carlson Bier—the reliable supporters ensuring justice prevails while prioritizing your recovery above all else.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Elwood Illinois

As one of the integral firm in Illinois, Carlson Bier is committed to championing personal injury rights. Among our areas of expertise are Slip and Fall Accidents, a commonly experienced but less understood subject. At its core, slip and fall accidents refer to situations where an individual slips or trips on another person’s property because of hazardous conditions present there. The occupant or the owner of that given property may be held accountable if they failed in their responsibility to maintain safe grounds.

Illinois law extends protection to victims under premises liability doctrine by holding the custodians legally responsible for any harm that befalls those who visit them. A key requirement here is establishing proprietor negligence—this demands proving that the owner was either aware or should reasonably have been aware of the risky condition, yet took no timely action to rectify it. Still unsure about how this works? Let us shed light on some key indicators:

– Evidence of ‘Reasonable’ Carelessness: Successful Slip and Fall cases hinge primarily on demonstrating reasonable carelessness on behalf of the landlord. This means not only having knowledge about hazardous factors but also doing nothing effective about them before your accident occurred.

– Duration of Hazard: How long has this dangerous condition existed? If it has been left unchecked for extensive periods, chances are high you could hold a compelling case.

– Regular Maintenance Effort: Has there been regular upkeep efforts? Absence often serves as sufficient proof towards lackadaisical management which directly strengthens your claim.

At Carlson Bier, following initial reports from clients regarding their traumatic experiences with such accidents, we embark on immediate assessment scrutinizing all aspects related to potential circumstances leading up to these incidents.

The nature and extent of injuries suffered from Slip and Fall incidents can vary drastically – ranging from minor cuts and bruises right up to serious fractures or even life-altering traumas like brain injuries. It is therefore imperative you report/manage medical check-ups properly:

– Swift Medical Attention: Receiving treatment at the earliest opportunity not only safeguards your well-being but also attaches instant tangibility to any claim.

– Consistent Records: Maintain & furnish up-to-date medical reports—regular details on physician appointments, medication information or therapy sessions strengthen case credibility.

The complexity and uniqueness of Slip and Fall accidents necessitate a comprehensive legal approach. Carlson Bier is grounded in years of exhaustive experience assisting clients just like you navigate their path towards rightful compensation. Undoubtedly, such cases present their own complexities which we counter through careful drafting of compelling arguments, backed by meticulous evidence collection. As with every personal injury case, the importance cannot be understated about acting quickly following your accident given there is restriction under Illinois law pointing towards time limitations for filing cases.

If you’ve experienced a slip and fall accident due to someone else’s negligence, don’t shy away from seeking what you deserve. Allow us at Carlson Bier to guide you expertly right from comprehending intricate laws panning to acquiring rightful justice.

Yet uncertain about what steps would best serve your interests? Curious how much potentially stands in line as deserved compensation amount for your injuries suffered? Act promptly – click on the button below to receive immediate bespoke assistance evaluating worth for your specific conditions! Remember, legal justice isn’t just our passion—it’s the core commitment that guides everything we do ensuring deserving individuals secure their entitled compensations seamlessly.

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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 Elwood

Cycling Crashes

Proficient in legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' lack of care or perilous conditions.

Fire Damages

Offering expert legal support for people of severe burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Clinical Negligence

Offering specialist legal advice for patients affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Obligation

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, delivering professional legal support to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Trip and Fall Accidents

Adept in handling stumble accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking redress for their injuries.

Childbirth Traumas

Delivering legal assistance for relatives affected by medical malpractice resulting in birth injuries.

Car Accidents

Crashes: Concentrated on guiding clients of car accidents gain reasonable remuneration for harms and losses.

Motorbike Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal support for riders involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

Semi Crash

Ensuring specialist legal representation for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate claims for injuries.

Worksite Collisions

Focused on advocating for workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or misconduct.

Cerebral Impairments

Committed to providing compassionate legal support for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Damages

Adept at addressing cases for victims who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Incidents

Committed to legal support for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Unjust Loss

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and expert legal assistance to ensure justice.

Backbone Harm

Focused on assisting victims with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal services to secure compensation.

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