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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’ve been involved in a pedestrian accident in the bustling city of Franklin Park, Illinois, the paramount priority is your recovery. However, legal intricacies often reveal themselves during this trying time. That’s when Carlson Bier steps in as your trusted ally with unmatched expertise and dedication. Our experienced Pedestrian Accident Attorneys have served countless clients within Franklin Park, garnering a robust portfolio that demonstrates our competence and commitment to achieving client restitution.

Navigating through the labyrinthine pedestrian law can be daunting; but no need to fret – our attorneys at Carlson Bier are adept advocates who relentlessly pursue justice on behalf of their clients. Armed with years of experience tackling complex cases related to pedestrian accidents within various Illinois jurisdictions including Franklin Park, we employ unparalleled strategic representation methods that maximize compensations while safeguarding your rights.

Choosing Carlson Bier ensures personal attention delivered with genuine care for your specific situation — an approach routinely validated by pleased past clientele throughout diverse landscapes in Illinois such as Franklin Park! Let us stand for you — because we understand what’s at stake — proving once again why Carlson Bier is second-to-none when it comes to handling Pedestrian Accidents across Illinois jurisdictions like here in Franklin Park.

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Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Franklin Park Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, our primary focus is representing victims of personal injury accidents across Illinois. As experienced personal injury attorneys, we bring a wealth of knowledge and legal expertise to help those injured in pedestrian accidents. A pedestrian accident can occur anytime anywhere due to various reasons such as driver negligence including speeding, improper lane use or even distracted driving.

Pedestrian injuries are often severe, given the vulnerability of a person compared to a moving vehicle. Such injuries may include traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, broken bones, internal bleeding and sometimes death. These could lead to mounting medical bills, prolonged rehabilitation period and loss of income that significantly impact one’s life.

At Carlson Bier we deeply understand the physical pain and emotional trauma associated with pedestrian accidents and firmly believe that you should not endure this alone nor bear the financial burden caused by someone else’s negligence. We represent pedestrians hurt in all types of circumstances ranging from walkway accidents on sidewalks or crosswalks to more complex situation like parking lot collisions or hit-and-run incidents.

• Comprehensive Investigation: Our team will investigate your accident thoroughly gathering crucial evidence such as witness testimonies, pictures at the scene among other relevant data.

• Negotiation: With your best interest at heart, we will negotiate fiercely with insurance companies ensuring that you receive fair compensation for your suffering.

• Litigation: If necessary we are prepared to go court fighting diligently so as justice is served and your rights safeguarded.

The law surrounding pedestrian accidents can be quite complex with multiple elements influencing liability determination like road traffic regulations among others. An attorney can play an instrumental role in protecting your interests while navigating these complexities thus enabling you get rightful compensation for damages incurred.

Illinois features some unique aspects in regard its legal structure around personal injury claims;

• Comparative Negligence Law: Illinois follows comparative negligence law; if you were partially liable for your accident (for example jaywalking), this does not preclude you from recovering damages, but it may reduce your total settlement depending on the degree of fault assigned to you.

• Statute of Limitations: The law dictates a strict timeframe within which a lawsuit ought to be filed failure to which could result in loss off eligibility for compensation.

Given these stringent rules and regulations, it’s paramount that one consults with an experienced personal injury attorney promptly after an accident so as to ensure their rights are duly protected.

In the disconcerting aftermath of a pedestrian accident timeliness is key to preserving vital evidence and securing witness testimonies. Reach out Carlson Bier soonest possible; our dedicated attorneys will work diligently ensuring you get proper representation thereafter paving way for maximum recovery.

We firmly believe that no financial obstacle should hinder anyone’s access to justice hence we operate under contingency basis – meaning we only charge fees once we successfully recover compensation for you. We at Carlson Bier stand ready to help in the quest for justice by providing unparalleled legal representation borne from vast experience and unwavering commitment.

To find out more about how we can assist or ascertain potential worth of your case click on the button below –No obligation consultation where our team will provide thorough assessment along with all viable legal options based on individual requirements and circumstances. Allow us leverage years of experience fighting insurance companies while upholding your right, mitigating stress thus enabling you focus recovery as we handle necessary legal details ensuring best possible outcome.

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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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Pedal Cycle Crashes

Proficient in legal representation for people injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Fire Damages

Giving expert legal support for patients of major burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Hospital Misconduct

Delivering specialist legal representation for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Items Fault

Managing cases involving faulty products, extending adept legal help to individuals affected by defective items.

Aged Malpractice

Representing the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to abuse in aged care environments, ensuring justice.

Slip and Tumble Mishaps

Adept in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking redress for their harm.

Neonatal Harms

Extending legal aid for loved ones affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Auto Collisions

Crashes: Committed to helping patients of car accidents get fair recompense for damages and destruction.

Motorbike Mishaps

Focused on providing legal assistance for riders involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

Trucking Mishap

Extending adept legal assistance for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for injuries.

Building Site Incidents

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

Head Injuries

Dedicated to offering compassionate legal assistance for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Traumas

Adept at handling cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from dog bites or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Crashes

Specializing in legal assistance for joggers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Demise

Fighting for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and experienced legal assistance to ensure justice.

Spine Harm

Committed to defending patients with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure justice.

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