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About Carlson Bier Associates

At Carlson Bier, our dedicated team of attorneys specializes in Construction Site Accident litigation. Our proficient legal team has years of experience that have culminated into a strategic know-how, advantageous for representing clients who’ve suffered on-site injuries. We understand the devastating repercussions these kinds of accidents can incur – from physical to financial distress; and we’re committed to ensuring you receive the justice you deserve. Clients choose us for our exceptional problem-solving abilities, unwavering commitment, and a proven track record spanning innovative legal solutions backed by robust evidence collection. While assuring compliance with Illinois regulations, ours is an expansive reach voiding geographical limitations which brings top-tier lead counsel services within grasp for residents throughout Findlay – regardless where they might reside or occur victimized due occupational happenings specifically related such construction site accidents construed as personal injury cases under Illinois state law definitions guiding such matters responsibly through their course start end until justice truly served completely diligently Carlson Bier edge improvement lives impacted severe industry-related incidents need trusted partner side look no further reputation excellence goes beyond our offices walls resonates among satisfied clientele nationwide

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Findlay Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our seasoned team of personal injury attorneys understands that accidents can happen even in the most well-planned construction sites. We are dedicated to protecting your rights and ensuring you receive just compensation for any physical, emotional, or financial hardship caused due to a construction site accident. Our focus is on offering legal support specifically tailored to each unique case, with a distinct emphasis on cases revolving around construction site injuries.

In the bustling state of Illinois, one of the leading causes for severe workplace injuries are construction site mishaps. These incidents do not only affect workers but also passersby who might be unwitting victims of falling debris or poorly maintained sidewalks adjacent to the construction sites. A broad range of potentially dangerous situations may occur at these sites:

• Falling from elevated heights.

• Injuries inflicted by faulty equipment.

• Accidents involving unguarded machinery.

• Insufficient training or neglecting safety measures .

• Lack of proper protective gear.

At Carlson Bier, we understand the complexity and severity involved in such predicaments. Our attorneys strive to deliver optimal solutions through comprehensive knowledge about integral aspects regarding Illinois Construction Site Safety laws and federal regulations including OSHA guidelines.

It’s crucially important for our clients’ understanding that employer negligence plays an extensively significant role in construction site accidents ranging from failing to use correct scaffolding systems to improper handling or storage of materials and disregard for standardized safety protocols. Employees working under treacherous conditions often unknowingly subject themselves to hazards which bosses may downplay or altogether ignore inflicting unnecessary harm.

The aftermath may encompass expensive medical bills or being rendered unable physically work — thereby jeopardizing job security again necessitating an experienced hand like ours guiding victims through complicated avenues assuring accountability those responsible damages caused potentially life-altering circumstances grants intended financial relief remuneration settling unduly accrued dues during trauma recovery period up tentative return occupational productivity.

While there’s no denying that material compensation cannot reverse physical pain suffered nor emotional trauma experienced; it certainly plays a primary role in restoring financial balance – crucial for meeting ongoing medical expenses, therapy sessions, loss of income due to inability to work and other unexpected expenditures.

Allow the personal injury attorneys at Carlson Bier to shoulder the legal burden so you can focus solely on recovery. Our dedicated team will delve into all minutiae establishing proof against accountable entities thereby ensuring just reparation claimed on behalf client’s behalf by diligently negotiating with insurance companies or presenting an ironclad case in court if need be.

Navigating through a construction site accident claim process can be difficult and stressful. With our extensive experience, profound understanding of legal intricacies and unwavering commitment towards clients’ welfare, you’re ensured solid advocacy that alleviates any such pressure off your shoulders allowing smoother progression towards recuperation while we champion your fight for justice.

As one of the most established law firms in Illinois, our reputation has been built upon a foundation of trust and proven results achieved through relentlessly pursuing justice for victims of construction site accidents. At every step, we’re entirely committed to securing the best possible outcome for our clients who believe in our expertise enough entrust their claims within our responsibility—so much so that we don’t charge fees unless successful case resolution is attained garnering deserved settlements.

Remember: time can be essential when filing personal injury lawsuits because Illinois does have a statute of limitations with regards specific cases as per Personal Injury Law. Therefore acting promptly following an incident helps secure vital evidence fortifying strong suit against negligent parties involved while also ensuring deadlines aren’t missed further adding complexities already intricate scenario faced victim his/her family post-accident fallout ordeal.

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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.

All Attorney Services in Findlay

Areas of Practice in Findlay

Bike Collisions

Expert in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others' carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Fire Burns

Giving skilled legal assistance for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Physician Incompetence

Offering specialist legal support for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Goods Responsibility

Addressing cases involving faulty products, providing skilled legal help to victims affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Mistreatment

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to misconduct in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Stumble and Fall Mishaps

Professional in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking recovery for their losses.

Infant Harms

Extending legal assistance for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Incidents: Dedicated to helping clients of car accidents secure fair compensation for damages and damages.

Bike Collisions

Dedicated to providing legal support for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

Semi Mishap

Providing experienced legal assistance for victims involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing rightful settlement for hurts.

Construction Site Incidents

Focused on representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Head Damages

Dedicated to offering specialized legal assistance for persons suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Damages

Specialized in managing cases for people who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Dedicated to legal services for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Death

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, providing understanding and professional legal services to ensure justice.

Backbone Injury

Committed to assisting victims with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal support to secure redress.

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