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About Carlson Bier Associates

When a pedestrian accident occurs, it is critical to seek legal representation from an experienced personal injury attorney like those at Carlson Bier. This esteemed firm has proven its proficiency in handling complex pedestrian accident cases. Their team’s deep understanding of Illinois City traffic laws facilitates astute identification and efficient pursuit of liable parties involved, ensuring justice for victims. Moreover, the expert attorneys at Carlson Bier are dedicated to securing the maximum possible compensation that would cover your medical bills, lost income, rehabilitation costs and other significant damages associated with such accidents. Holding liable entities responsible requires meticulous examination of incident specifics and comprehensive knowledge of local regulations; these aspects make up Carlson Bier’s forte’ owing to their extensive background dealing with personal injury litigation within Frankfort clientele portfolio. Choosing Carlson Bier as your legal ally in pedestrian accident cases ensures assertive representation grounded in integrity and professional excellence—guaranteeing that while you focus on recovering physically, they work tirelessly for your financial recovery too.

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Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Frankfort Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury law with a keen focus on pedestrian accident cases. Situated proudly in Illinois, our team of experienced attorneys are adept at providing robust legal support and advocacy for victims who have suffered physical and emotional trauma due to pedestrian accidents.

Pedestrian accidents prove to be a significant concern in our society, often leading to debilitating injuries or even death. There is a common misconception that pedestrians always have the right of way; however, laws regulating vehicular and pedestrian traffic can be complex. It’s immensely critical knowing your rights and responsibilities on the road whether you’re behind the wheel or on foot.

Here are some important points regarding Illinois Pedestrian Law:

– Drivers must yield to pedestrians in crosswalks: According to Illinois statute 625 ILCS 5/11-1002(a), drivers are required to stop and yield the right-of-way to pedestrians who are crossing within designated crosswalks.

– Duty of care by vehicles: Regardless of the rules governing right-of-way, all drivers owe a “duty of care” towards others on the road— including pedestrians.

– Shared responsibility: In certain circumstances both drivers and pedestrians may share responsibility if an accident occurs.

Our utmost priority at Carlson Bier is seeking justice for victims involved in pedestrian accidents. These injurious incidents go beyond financial burden incurred from costs like medical bills, rehabilitation fees or lost wages resulting from time away from work. They encompass loss suffered from mental anguish, pain and suffering, disfigurement and discomfort disrupting normal ways of life significantly.

Navigating the complexities following a pedestrian accident requires professional guidance– making it necessary for reliable representatives like us at Carlson Bier who understand intricate details surrounding such cases. Our skilled attorneys engage thoroughly with each client’s unique scenario conducting diligent investigations aiming at establishing liability effectively while fiercely negotiating fair settlements.

We appreciate that coping with aftermath impacts following a negligent-induced pedestrian accident can be daunting; hence, by investing our top-tier legal expertise we offer a beacon of hope and route towards detangled legal pathways. Our commitment to re-establishing normalcy gives the push required in holding liable parties accountable.

At Carlson Bier, values like transparency, empathy and precision set us apart. We believe keeping our clients involved, informed and comfortable during their case’s progression is fundamental in fostering trust-filled lawyer-client relationships. Moreover, we operate on a contingency-fee basis—that means you would only pay us if and when your case is won ensuring your interests are at the forefront every step of the way.

Whether representing victims directly or next-of-kin in devastating fatal pedestrian accidents deserving compensation for wrongful deaths – our role cannot be overstated enough! It might seem relentless negotiating with insurance companies but rest assured our experienced attorneys are well-equipped at handling such discourse translating into maximized settlements for cases.

Such outcomes solidify why Carlson Bier remains an optimal preference as personal injury lawyers within Illinois handling pedestrian accident cases. In accepting our assistance you not only get superior representation but confidence that with us beside you—we won’t stop until justice is served!

Overwhelmed by your circumstances? Curious about potential settlement? Why wait when we’re eager to discuss your claim fully understanding how much it could genuinely be worth! Carlson Bier invites you warmly—in pressing that button below take advantage of this chance revealing what lies ahead legally thus potentially offsetting losses incurred due to someone else’s negligence making all the difference on road to recovery post-pedestrian accident in Illinois!

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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 Mishaps

Focused on legal support for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' recklessness or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Burns

Offering adept legal help for people of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Clinical Misconduct

Ensuring specialist legal assistance for clients affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Accountability

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, providing adept legal services to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Misconduct

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

Trip & Slip Injuries

Specialist in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to clients seeking recovery for their harm.

Birth Traumas

Providing legal support for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Incidents

Incidents: Focused on supporting individuals of car accidents obtain reasonable remuneration for hurts and impairment.

Scooter Accidents

Committed to providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for harm.

Semi Collision

Offering experienced legal assistance for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for hurts.

Building Collisions

Dedicated to defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or recklessness.

Neurological Impairments

Expert in extending specialized legal assistance for victims suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Bite Damages

Proficient in managing cases for persons who have suffered traumas from dog bites or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Incidents

Specializing in legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Unwarranted Fatality

Fighting for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, supplying empathetic and experienced legal services to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Specializing in advocating for individuals with backbone trauma, offering expert legal support to secure justice.

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