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When you or a loved one suffers an injury on a construction site, immediate action is paramount. As such, it’s crucial to find the right representation – an attorney familiar with Gifford and adept at dealing with construction site accidents. That’s where Carlson Bier comes in as your reliable choice for legal support. Based in Illinois, we offer top-tier services honed by years of experience handling the complexities that arise from these types of incidents. Being experts in Illinois personal injury law allows us to meticulously navigate each case we take on – ensuring every client feels supported and confident throughout the process. The strength lies within our commitment; Carlson Bier strives tirelessly toward securing favorable outcomes for those affected by construction site accidents. We’ll work diligently to uphold your rights while focusing on obtaining maximum compensation liable under applicable laws. Groundbreaking knowledge coupled with unwavering resilience makes Carlson Bier stand uniquely poised amidst other names when considering a trustworthy ally for tackling Construction Site Accident cases successfully.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Gifford Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the complexity and severity involved in construction site accidents. Each year, countless workers sustain serious injuries that change their lives forever. These accident victims face an uphill battle recovering from injuries while dealing with insurance companies who are more focused on profits than people’s well-being. As expert personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, we pride ourselves in helping construction accident victims secure justice and the financial restitution they rightly deserve.

Active construction sites can be one of the most dangerous places to work due to myriad risks present all around. Injuries at these sites might occur as a result of falling debris or materials, contact with heavy machinery, slips and falls on uneven surfaces, exposure to hazardous substances, or electrical accidents among others.

When you become entangled in such mishaps, understanding your rights can be overwhelming considering the complexities of Illinois law surrounding workplace accidents. These laws protect worker’s compensation but may sometimes fail to cover every expense incurred after an injury occurred on-site.

• Workers’ Compensation – Almost all employers in Illinois have a legal obligation to provide Workers’ Compensation Insurance covering medical bills and partial wages if you get injured on duty.

• Personal Injury Claim– When a third party (anyone other than your employer), is responsible for your injuries suffered at a construction site.

• Product Liability Claim – These come into play when malfunctioning work equipment causes harm

Certain circumstances might see you eligible for filing more than one claim type sequentially.

At Carlson Bier Law Firm, our team of dedicated lawyers leverages vast experience defending those affected by construction site accidents.We meticulously examine individual cases’ nuances offering personalized assistance through complicated law application processes whose outcomes could be life-changing.Whether it’s battling against unfair settlements offered by insurance companies or representing you robustly during court trials; our primary objective always remains securing your best interests.

We know how triggering these situations can become financially; hence offer contingency-based lawyer services where attorney fees are deducted from the compensation obtained. This approach enables a broad spectrum of victims, those with substantial resources and otherwise, get rightful justice.

Our Illinois personal injury lawyers offer free consultation services understanding your unique situation, exploring every legal option possible towards achieving maximum settlement for medical costs, lost earnings and non-economic damages such as pain and suffering.Additionally our law firm also assists battling against intimidating corporations for workers deprived from compensation due to employers neglecting provision of safe workplaces.

At Carlson Bier we ensure all clients are knowledgeable about their cases’ progress through constant open communication channels; updated about developments enabling informed decision-making for claim’s future. Recognizing this complex landscape could affect anyone anytime absolutely unprepared is both daunting and seemingly insurmountable.We’re here to assist navigating this challenging phase affording you peace of mind during recovery periods by handling litigation aspects on your behalf.

If you or a loved one have been injured in a construction site accident, reach out to us today. Click the button below to find out what your case might be worth. Don’t wait – statutes in Illinois often limit the time frame within which claims can be filed post-accident. The professional team at Carlson Bier is ready to help you navigate through these difficult times by ensuring that your rights are protected and obtaining the best outcome possible for your individual circumstances while adhering strictly to Illinois legal regulations governing advert practices for legal firms.

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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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Construction Site Accidents FAQ​

The most common causes of construction site accidents in Chicago include:

  • Falls: Falls from heights are the leading cause of fatalities on construction sites.
  • Struck-by accidents: Struck-by accidents occur when workers are hit by falling objects, moving vehicles, or other equipment.
  • Electrocutions: Electrocutions can occur when workers come into contact with live wires or electrical equipment.
  • Caught-in/between accidents: Caught-in/between accidents occur when workers are caught between two moving objects or between a moving object and a stationary object.
  • Overexertion injuries: Overexertion injuries can occur when workers lift heavy objects or perform repetitive tasks.

If you are injured in a construction site 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.
  • Report the accident to your supervisor and to OSHA. OSHA is the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and they are responsible for investigating workplace accidents.
  • Contact a construction site accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a construction site 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 person or company responsible for your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a construction site 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.
  • Loss of enjoyment of life: This includes compensation for the activities you can no longer enjoy as a result of your injuries.
  • Property damage: This includes the cost of repairing or replacing your personal belongings that were damaged in the accident.
  • Punitive damages: These damages are awarded to punish the defendant for egregious or reckless conduct.

The statute of limitations for construction site 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 Gifford

Bike Collisions

Expert in legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or perilous conditions.

Scald Traumas

Providing specialist legal services for victims of intense burn injuries caused by events or indifference.

Clinical Malpractice

Offering experienced legal representation for patients affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Liability

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, delivering specialist legal support to customers affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Neglect

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to malpractice in aged care environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble and Stumble Occurrences

Expert in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to individuals seeking justice for their injuries.

Infant Harms

Supplying legal support for kin affected by medical incompetence resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Incidents

Accidents: Focused on supporting victims of car accidents receive appropriate payout for wounds and losses.

Bike Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

Semi Accident

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

Worksite Mishaps

Concentrated on advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or carelessness.

Neurological Harms

Expert in delivering dedicated legal support for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Injuries

Specialized in handling cases for persons who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Incidents

Specializing in legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Unjust Fatality

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, extending caring and adept legal guidance to ensure restitution.

Spine Injury

Expert in defending victims with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal guidance to secure compensation.

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