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About Carlson Bier Associates

When unfortunate circumstances arise causing personal injury, Carlson Bier is the superior choice in securing exceptional legal assistance. Serving individuals throughout Evanston, we passionately advocate for those who have suffered due to negligence or misconduct of others. Excellent client care, vast trial experience and unrivaled knowledge of Illinois law set us apart; making Carlson Bier your trusted partner in navigating this challenging journey towards justice. We comprehend the complexities involved in personal injury cases and pledge dedicated representation from beginning to end. Our reputation as tenacious litigators means that whether you’ve been injured in a car accident, experienced medical malpractice or endured unjust workplace conditions –we fight relentlessly for your rights—securing maximum compensation each time without fail! At Carlson Bier we ensure every case receives personalized attention with attorneys striving tirelessly till the desired outcome is obtained because having a competent attorney matters when it comes to getting what’s right—all while easing burdens placed upon you during such stressful times.

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Personal Injury Lawyers in Evanston Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, your dedicated Personal Injury Attorney Group in Illinois. Through decades of experience in representing clients with personal injury cases, we understand the turmoil and frustration that comes along with being a victim. Our objective as personal injury lawyers is to help you navigate through this challenging time by pursuing the justice and compensation you rightfully deserve.

Personal injury law covers a broad spectrum of issues when one has been physically or emotionally injured, and/or personal property has been damaged. The legal terminology can often seem overwhelming; however, the following bullet points provide insight into some critical aspects:

• Tort Law: This includes situations where an individual’s negligence causes harm or danger to another.

• Compensation: Victims have the right to demand financial reparations for medical expenses, loss of earnings, physical pain, emotional distress, and more.

• Statute of Limitations: In Illinois law, the injured party generally has two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit.

At Carlson Bier, our attorneys possess comprehensive knowledge about different facets of personal injury law including car accidents, medical malpractice claims, workers’ compensation matters among others. We meticulously prepare each case with rigorous detail—identifying all liable parties and sources of financial recovery. Our esteemed attorneys are stalwarts who tirelessly work on your behalf to rectify damages suffered due to someone else’s negligent behavior.

Your wellbeing is our priority. As such we offer free initial consultations aimed at understanding your unique situation and providing immediate advice on potential courses of action available within Illinois law parameters. During this consultation process, we are committed to alleviating any concerns about cost – because at Carlson Bier – No Recovery means No Fees!

Our unwavering commitment extends beyond just getting you adequate compensation — it involves making sure victims get wholesome care they need to recover from their injuries. We do not treat cases merely as files – but view them as real people facing real hardships.. This empathetic approach characterizes our work, in and out of the courtroom.

Choosing Carlson Bier ensures you or your loved ones receive compensation that accurately reflects past, present, and future expenses related to your injury. Our seasoned attorneys meticulously calculate fair settlement amounts, aware that any offer must take into account lost earnings as well as medical bills.

The legal process can be intimidating, we are here to remind you – you are not alone! Not only will we help level the playing field against large insurance companies — but also ensure every detail of your case is examined from all angles for maximum-positive outcome.

At Carlson Bier, we strive to bring a ton of value to the reader by providing educational content regarding personal injury law and its application in real-life scenarios. Whether it’s understanding how accident claims work to knowing what steps need to be taken post-accident—our team regularly provides expert consultation and advice on these pressing issues.

Partner with us and let our adept experience in personal injury law go to work for justice. Pain endured due to someone else’s negligence should not leave an everlasting mark on your life. You have rights and obligations under Illinois law—and at Carlson Bier—we’re here to reinforce them!

Now thata you’ve learned about our services—it’s time for action! Don’t let another minute pass feeling helpless or unsure about the next steps forward; start now by determining how much your case is worth. If you – or someone close – has been personally injured because of another person’s carelessness—don’t wait! Click on the button below—we stand ready—to turn justice into reality—for you!

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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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Bicycle Accidents

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

Scald Wounds

Giving professional legal help for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Physician Carelessness

Delivering professional legal advice for patients affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Liability

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, offering specialist legal support to victims affected by faulty goods.

Elder Mistreatment

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to misconduct in nursing homes environments, ensuring protection.

Fall and Trip Injuries

Adept in managing trip accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking compensation for their harm.

Birth Traumas

Supplying legal assistance for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in infant injuries.

Car Collisions

Mishaps: Focused on guiding victims of car accidents gain appropriate settlement for damages and destruction.

Motorbike Crashes

Specializing in providing legal services for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

Trucking Accident

Delivering professional legal services for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for harms.

Construction Incidents

Engaged in advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Brain Traumas

Expert in delivering specialized legal assistance for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Damages

Skilled in tackling cases for clients who have suffered traumas from dog attacks or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Incidents

Expert in legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Unfair Passing

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, supplying understanding and expert legal services to ensure compensation.

Backbone Injury

Committed to assisting patients with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal services to secure redress.

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