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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’re seeking a proficient car accident attorney in Galena, Illinois, Carlson Bier is the peerless choice. Our commitment to client service and relentless focus on results sets us apart. Our seasoned team of personal injury lawyers maintains an unparalleled track record, having secured substantial verdicts and settlements for our clients involved in auto accidents statewide. At Carlson Bier, we strive to understand each individual case’s intricacies profoundly while devoting our deepest efforts into crafting personalized legal strategies tailored strategically to each unique situation. We take pride in providing transparent communication throughout the process offering professional advice so that you can make informed decisions about your path forward after a vehicle mishap. No matter how complex or challenging your auto accident case may be, trust Carlson Bier as your steadfast advocate working tirelessly towards achieving the compensation you truly deserve for loss incurred due to negligence or error by others on roadways of Illinios.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Galena Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are more than just a law firm. We’re your experienced personal injury advocates who specialize in navigating the intricate world of car accident lawsuits. As seasoned personal injury lawyers based in Illinois, our goal is to provide you with in-depth knowledge about car accidents and their legal implications. Car accidents can be incredibly disruptive – physically, emotionally, as well as financially, impacting victims and their families drastically. However, what most people overlook is the critical role an accomplished attorney plays during these turbulent times.

Car accidents occur with stunning frequency; each case distinguishes itself by the unique set of circumstances leading up to it. Here at Carlson Bier, we empower victims like you by elucidating the potential causes of car accidents which may include aggressive driving or speeding, distracted driving brought on by texting or talking on a mobile device while driving, impairment due to drugs or alcohol among other reasons.

Understanding liability isn’t always clear when you’re involved in an auto wreck. On many occasions living through such distressing events could make you overlook crucial aspects of establishing fault:

• Making note of visible damage caused to all vehicles involved

• Noting possible witnesses

• Identifying whether any drivers admitted fault at the scene

In these moments having competent representation ensures that no stone is left unturned when determining accountability for your misfortune.

One important point needs special attention: What if multiple parties hold liability? This is not uncommon in multi-vehicle crashes when two or more parties may share culpability for injuries under Illinois’s comparative fault laws prepared way back in 1981. It might seem complex but rest assured knowing that our proficient team at Carlson Bier will strenuously pursue every avenue available ensuring all liable parties contribute towards your compensation.

Remember rubbing shoulders with insurance companies post-accident can often lead to substandard settlements that don’t cover all costs associated with your accident comprehensively. This includes necessary medical treatments like physical therapy or surgery, loss of wages and pain & suffering. In worst-case scenarios, your claim may even be denied outright! At Carlson Bier our expertise in personal injury law guarantees that we shield you from such adversities – facilitating the recovery process.

There is no denying every car accident has overwhelming aftermath to deal with. However, armed with critical knowledge about Illinois Car Accident Laws thanks to Carlson Bier can significantly streamline your path towards attaining due justice.

Finally, it’s natural to wonder: How much could my claim be potentially worth? Proceed by clicking on the button below which will lead you towards understanding a probable estimate for your case. Remember every situation is distinct thus each carries its own value. So take that step forward – because at Carlson Bier we believe in forging strong alliances with our clients – ensuring their well-being lies at the heart of all our professional pursuits.

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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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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 Galena

Cycling Mishaps

Specializing in legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others' lack of care or perilous conditions.

Fire Damages

Offering expert legal advice for sufferers of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Medical Malpractice

Providing experienced legal services for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Fault

Handling cases involving unsafe products, offering professional legal guidance to clients affected by harmful products.

Senior Misconduct

Defending the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring fairness.

Slip & Stumble Occurrences

Skilled in addressing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to clients seeking recovery for their suffering.

Childbirth Traumas

Providing legal guidance for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Collisions: Dedicated to helping victims of car accidents obtain fair settlement for injuries and destruction.

Bike Crashes

Focused on providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Big Rig Collision

Offering experienced legal services for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for injuries.

Worksite Mishaps

Focused on representing workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Brain Traumas

Committed to ensuring professional legal services for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Traumas

Specialized in managing cases for persons who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Jogger Mishaps

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

Undeserved Death

Working for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending caring and expert legal guidance to ensure redress.

Backbone Damage

Focused on defending victims with spine impairments, offering specialized legal support to secure justice.

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