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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the unfortunate event of a car accident in Essex, Carlson Bier emerges as your best consideration. With deep-rooted expertise and efficacy in personal injury law, they uphold an impressive track record for clients throughout Illinois. At the core of their ethos is individual attention to each case; They meticulously investigate nuances to present compelling arguments that champion your cause.

Car accidents can trigger complex legal scenarios and housing a team of seasoned attorneys, Carlson Bier takes you through these challenges seamlessly. Their approach involves not merely processing claims; instead, it encompasses dedicated counsel at every step—ensuring detailed explanation about what has been done and what lies ahead.

Carlson Bier doesn’t just express empathy—they embody it by lightening your load amidst tough times with unwavering support both inside and outside the courtroom.

So if complications from car accidents leave you mystified about course-of-action, turn to Carlson Bier—their relentless pursuit for justice stands second to none in Illinois’ realms of personal injury law when dealing with auto incidents.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Essex Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we take pride in our exceptional legal services designed to secure rights and ensure justice for victims of personal injury. We are an established law firm based in Illinois, with a keen focus on personal injury law – notably car accident cases. Car accidents can be devastating incidences leading to crippling injuries that may have long-term impacts on the physical, emotional and financial thriving of victims. Here at Carlson Bier, we recognize these potential lifelong consequences and are therefore committed to fighting hard for your rightful claims.

Our primary goal is not just about winning cases; it’s also about educating you – providing detailed yet comprehensible information concerning matters related to car accidents. This is crucial because knowledge is power – understanding your situation better puts you in control and aids in making informed decisions.

• Get familiar with the Illinois state laws: They play an integral role if you’ve been involved in a car accident. The statute differentiates between two types of insurance claims: first-party claims (directly made by the victim) and third-party claims (made by the victim against another driver or entity). Understanding these distinctions is critical as they determine your claim approach.

• Understand Fault Laws: In Illinois, fault laws print a vivid picture of responsibility during an accident case. These laws establish who carries what amount of mistake depending upon how much their actions contributed towards the incident.

• Having proof or evidence: It’s imperative to gather robust evidence after a car accident scene – from photos of vehicle damage or skid marks on highways to police reports or witness declarations—all aid significantly when filing your claim.

• Filing time frame: Never wait too long before lodging your claim because there is indeed a time limit called Statute Limitations which typically ranges from 1-3 years post-accident.

From these intricate aspects applying directly to each case’s merits, many individuals opt for professional help instead of navigating such complex processes alone. Should you decide to hire a personal injury attorney, Carlson Bier stands ready to be your vigorous advocate. Our skilled and experienced legal team offers personalized legal solutions, walking with you in every step of the otherwise labyrinthine process – from claim registration right through settlement or trial stage.

We understand the gravity that accompanies car accident injuries – the physical pain, mental agony, financial strain due to medical bills or loss of wages because of work-time lost; not mentioning damages related to property on account of the accident. It’s why we endeavor relentlessly until justice is served – until you get maximum compensation for all losses you’ve suffered.

At Carlson Bier, rest assured your case will undergo methodical scrutinization by our adept law practitioners with a wealth of knowledge on Illinois court system strategies and negotiation intricacies insurers deploy when deciding on settlements. Our dedicated approach combined with extensive experience has hence consistently realized successful outcomes for our clients even in challenging cases., making us an ideal choice for anyone seeking steadfast representation in their fight for justice after experiencing a personal automobile accident-related injury.

Therefore, if you’ve been unfortunate enough to become entangled in such unsettling predicaments emanating from car accidents, engage Carlson Bier: renowned experts proficient at dealing with these matters while also demonstrating relentless commitment towards advocating fiercely for your rightful claims. And as we brace ourselves for this journey together – strewn with determination and passion – remember it’s beyond winning; it’s about standing up resoundingly against injustice.

How much could your claim potentially worth? Be proactive today and click below! Discover what benefits may await you following an incident no one ever wishes upon themselves: a car accident.

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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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Car Accident FAQ​

The most common causes of car accidents in Chicago include:

  • Driver negligence: This includes distracted driving, speeding, and failing to yield.
  • Road conditions: Potholes, uneven pavement, and other road hazards can cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles.
  • Vehicle defects: Defective vehicles can cause accidents in a variety of ways.
  • Weather conditions: Rain, snow, and ice can make roads slick and dangerous.

If you are involved in a car 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.
  • Exchange information with the other driver. Get their name, address, insurance information, and license plate number.
  • 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.
  • Report the accident to the police. This will create a record of the accident and help you get help if you need it.
  • Contact a car accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a car 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 driver who caused your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a car 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.

In a car 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.

    Property damage: This includes the cost of repairing or replacing your vehicle.

    Punitive damages: These damages are awarded to punish the defendant for egregious or reckless conduct.

The statute of limitations for car 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 Essex

Bicycle Crashes

Expert in legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or risky conditions.

Flame Damages

Supplying adept legal help for victims of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Healthcare Malpractice

Extending expert legal services for patients affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Liability

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, supplying skilled legal support to victims affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Misconduct

Defending the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Slip & Stumble Incidents

Expert in handling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking recovery for their injuries.

Neonatal Traumas

Providing legal aid for households affected by medical misconduct resulting in newborn injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Collisions: Concentrated on aiding victims of car accidents obtain equitable settlement for damages and destruction.

Motorbike Accidents

Focused on providing legal services for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for losses.

Trucking Incident

Offering adept legal services for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for injuries.

Building Site Incidents

Focused on representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Brain Harms

Focused on extending specialized legal representation for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Damages

Specialized in handling cases for persons who have suffered harms from dog bites or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Expert in legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering claims.

Wrongful Death

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and professional legal support to ensure redress.

Neural Damage

Committed to supporting patients with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal support to secure recovery.

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