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About Carlson Bier Associates

When involved in an auto accident, you need the expertise of a trusted law firm to guide you. Carlson Bier is your best choice. Renowned for excellence in personal injury cases with specific attention on car accidents, the dedication and skill brought forth by their top-notch team are unmatched. They fully understand how traumatizing such incidents can be and they strive to ensure optimum legal support throughout Illinois including Genoa city. With Carlson Bier attorneys working tirelessly on your case, rest assured that they’ve got every detail covered right from understanding intricate laws related to accidents, dealing with uncooperative insurance companies up to gathering shreds of evidence supporting your claim. Being an established law firm means that maintaining fixed ethical standards while serving areas like Genoa isn’t just a requirement but also comes naturally through years of commitment towards public welfare and justice ecosystem optimization: nobody asks better questions or fights harder for answers than this brilliant institution! Trusting Carlson Bier as your Car Accident lawyer would undoubtedly reflect greatly upon the outcome of any legal pursuits regarding vehicular mishaps.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Genoa Illinois

At the esteemed law firm of Carlson Bier, our primary focus is safeguarding the rights and interests of those who have suffered undue harm due to another’s negligence or wrongful conduct. As distinguished personal injury attorneys operating within Illinois, we demonstrate an unwavering commitment to achieving justice for victims enduring physical, emotional, and financial strife in the aftermath of a car accident. Our client-centered approach is built on years of professional practice coupled with an intimate understanding of individual concerns.

Car accidents inherently bring a myriad complexities that are not always straightforward or easy to navigate. From assessing responsibility to negotiating rightful compensation, numerous factors require meticulous attention. At Carlson Bier, we diligently look into several key elements surrounding your case:

– Establishing liability: Identifying at-fault parties can prove challenging in certain circumstances. We deeply scrutinize police reports, witness accounts, relevant laws and every element at play to ascertain culpability.

– Understanding insurance claims: Navigating through convoluted insurance policies can be daunting for victims grappling with recovery. We effectively communicate on your behalf with insurance companies ensuring you don’t have to deal with intimidating language or administrative burdens.

– Calculating damages: Apart from immediate medical expenses and repair costs, long-term impacts such as loss of earnings or ongoing treatments should be appropriately accounted for in any settlement negotiations.

– Statute limitations: In Illinois specifically, there are definitive timelines within which you must instigate action against accountable parties following a car accident.

As seasoned personal injury lawyers specializing in automotive incidents, we conscientiously aim to enlighten clients about their rights under state mandate while providing genuine empathy for their plight; stressing upon the importance of immediate medical evaluation despite apparent lack of injuries as well as punctual reporting regardless if it was a minor collision.

With adequate legal representation from Carlson Bier, car accident survivors secure diligent advocacy during these challenging times facilitating swift recuperation without concerning themselves unduly about redress procedures – gathering evidence, proving liability or coordinating with insurance agents.

Our dedicated legal professionals always devote time to impart individualized guidance about each ramifications relative to car accident cases. Many Ja unprecedented repercussions of automobile accidents which are not commonly considered like property damage claims, punitive damages for reckless actions, or non-economic damages related to pain and suffering can often tip the scales significantly in determining your total recovery sum.

What sets Carlson Bier apart is a credo that each client deserves comprehensive legal counsel irrespective of their situation’s complexity. Over the years, clients have repeatedly chosen us due to our unwavering dedication, personalized attention and tireless pursuit of justice on their behalf. We believe in cultivating an open channel communication wherein every query or concern is treated without delay ensuring you never feel bereft or hurried throughout the process.

The mission at Carlson Bier extends beyond just securing monetary settlements; we ardently strive towards assisting clients reclaim their quality of life as they navigate through distressing times post-accident. Ultimately, our goal is helping victims regain control by offering expert legal advice tailored exclusively around their concerns alongside relentless advocacy within appropriate legal boundaries invoking every beneficial provision under Illinois law.

We invite you to explore how Carlson Bier can transform your predicament into a path leading towards justice and rightful compensation. Discover how much your case may be worth – all it requires is a click on the button below for a no-obligation consultation with one of our personal injury experts. Let us showcase our commitment towards safeguarding your interests while navigating this 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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Car Accident FAQ​

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 Genoa

Bicycle Incidents

Focused on legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Flame Traumas

Giving adept legal advice for individuals of severe burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Clinical Negligence

Delivering experienced legal services for patients affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Products Obligation

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, delivering expert legal guidance to victims affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Misconduct

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to mistreatment in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall and Slip Injuries

Skilled in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal support to victims seeking redress for their injuries.

Newborn Wounds

Delivering legal guidance for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Auto Incidents

Collisions: Dedicated to guiding sufferers of car accidents get reasonable compensation for hurts and harm.

Motorbike Collisions

Specializing in providing legal assistance for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for harm.

Truck Collision

Offering professional legal assistance for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for harms.

Construction Site Accidents

Focused on supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or recklessness.

Head Harms

Specializing in extending specialized legal services for persons suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Injuries

Proficient in dealing with cases for persons who have suffered wounds from dog bites or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Specializing in legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Unfair Loss

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and skilled legal services to ensure fairness.

Spine Trauma

Focused on assisting individuals with paralysis, offering expert legal services to secure redress.

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