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About Carlson Bier Associates

In search of a commendable Pedestrian Accident attorney group? Turn your attention to Carlson Bier, an illustrious personal injury law firm stationed in Illinois. Our stellar reputation precedes us due to our relentless commitment and persistent pursuit towards justice for those involved in pedestrian accidents. Individualized consideration is at the heart of every case we take on, providing well-tailored legal solutions that meet each client’s distinct situation. Adeptly navigating the complex intricacies of Illinois laws, we leave no stone unturned in advocating for just compensation for your accident-related damages. As specialists with a comprehensive understanding of various factors attributed to pedestrian accidents such as operational negligence or defective road conditions, you can trust Carlson Bier to deliver unparalleled service when it matters most. With an admirable track record on all fronts related to pedestrian accident cases within Geneva city limits and beyond – settlement negotiation prowess coupled with shrewd litigation skills make us a formidable choice as your Pedestrian Accident lawyers.

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Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Geneva Illinois

Pedestrian accidents are an unfortunate reality, occurring every day due to a myriad of reasons, from distracted driving to hazardous road conditions. If you or a loved one has been injured in such an incident, the law firm of Carlson Bier is here to provide top-notch legal services tailored just for your needs. Serving the great state of Illinois for over two decades, we specialize in representing personal injury victims and restructuring their lives after a devastating accident.

Right at the outset of our representation, it’s essential that clients understand the importance of taking prompt actions when involved in a pedestrian collision. Immediate medical attention is paramount not only for health concerns but also aids in building credibility in your case. In addition to this, collating evidence – pictures of injuries or damages and gathering witness statements can be pivotal facets contributing towards solidifying your claim.

There’s no gainsaying that establishing negligence on part of the driver primarily drives these claims forward. Often cases revolve around proving how carelessness—be it speeding, flouting traffic rules or neglecting pedestrians’ right-of-way—boarded on illegal conduct leading to untoward incidents. Moreover:

– An accident implicating drunk or under influence drivers may automatically establish their liability.

– Cases involving hit and run are especially complex requiring skilled guidance.

– Accidents resulting from poorly maintained roads could prove private corporations or government bodies liable too via slightly intricate processes.

At Carlson Bier, we have honed strategies tackling varied scenarios through years of experience enabling us to guide clients traverse even convoluted paths with relative ease whilst seeking rightful compensation

Dealing with insurance companies forms another cog vital in securing fair recompense. Intimidating as they may seem initially; remember negotiation stands central to this process – essentially requiring back-and-forth until reaching common ground acknowledges your losses reasonably reflecting incurred medical expenses; potential future costs connected to rehabilitation; lost wages: past & future; pain and suffering encompassing mental trauma, emotional distress and decreased quality of life.

Pedestrian accidents typically usher in a wave of overwhelming emotions aside from the evident physical pain. While it is necessary to grieve, remember that time-bound legal procedures do not pause making it crucial for you to take action promptly. As your chosen representation, Carlson Bier would shoulder responsibilities expanding beyond drafting documents or negotiating settlements. We extend psychological support having witnessed the toll such tragic events can levy on individuals helping victims heal by ensuring fair justice is meted out.

Various laws specific to Illinois govern these cases introducing added layers of intricacies worth understanding:

– The Statute of Limitations generally allows claim filings within two years post the accident.

– Some exceptions do exist but are rare and fact-specific.

– Comparative negligence rule implies if found partly at fault, potential compensation diminishes proportionately.

Remember all these rules while pivotal; constitute only surface-level information. Entire books could be written explaining how these apply differently depending upon case facts underscoring why expert legal advocates like us should represent your interest.

So don’t go through this alone – let us help navigate this challenging journey. Click on the button below now to find out how much your case may be worth, without any commitment whatsoever from your part. Trust Carlson Bier’s dedicated team prepare a strong legal front securing you equitable compensation that truly reflects what you’ve suffered since the accident faithfully adhering to our ethos: “Your fight is our fight.”

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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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Cycling Accidents

Dedicated to legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's indifference or risky conditions.

Burn Damages

Supplying skilled legal advice for people of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Clinical Misconduct

Delivering professional legal representation for victims affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Obligation

Managing cases involving faulty products, extending adept legal help to clients affected by harmful products.

Senior Abuse

Supporting the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring justice.

Trip & Stumble Accidents

Adept in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking redress for their suffering.

Infant Injuries

Offering legal support for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Mishaps: Concentrated on helping clients of car accidents get reasonable payout for harms and destruction.

Bike Mishaps

Dedicated to providing legal services for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring fair compensation for injuries.

Trucking Crash

Delivering experienced legal assistance for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for damages.

Worksite Incidents

Dedicated to assisting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Traumas

Committed to providing expert legal support for clients suffering from cerebral injuries due to incidents.

Canine Attack Harms

Specialized in handling cases for victims who have suffered traumas from dog bites or animal attacks.

Jogger Incidents

Specializing in legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering compensation.

Unwarranted Loss

Standing up for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying understanding and experienced legal representation to ensure compensation.

Spine Impairment

Committed to assisting clients with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal representation to secure compensation.

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