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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you’re intertwined in the aftermath of a car accident, reliable legal representation becomes an utmost necessity for upholding justice. Carlson Bier boasts a team of renowned attorneys experienced in car accident cases who work unwaveringly to serve your interests as you navigate through these complex matters. Recognized throughout Illinois for relentless dedication and expertise, we bring our unparalleled service closer to Girard’s community. We fight ardently for those affected by car accidents, striving to procure maximum compensation and ensure rightful settlements are achieved promptly. Time is essential; hence our responsive client support means you aren’t left waiting – we prioritize immediate action coupled with quality service every step of the way from initiation until completion of proceedings.At Carlson Bier, empathy fuels determination – persistently advocating on behalf of crash victims so that rights are protected against insurance companies’ tactics or defense lawyers’ maneuvers.Time-tested experience grounded with tenacity solidifies us as an exceptional choice when seeking reliable counsel following a vehicular incident–we tirelessly champion your cause at Carlson Bier.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Girard Illinois

Providing expert legal assistance in the realm of personal injury law, Carlson Bier is a seasoned group of attorneys serving across different locations within Illinois. We specialize in car accident cases and aim to bring immense value to clients through astute legal counsel and vigorous advocacy. Tailored towards comfort as much as comprehension, our specialized services begin with utmost understanding and transparency.

In Illinois, being involved in a car accident can be distressing due to the complex laws governing vehicle mishaps. Insurance claims processes can become convoluted battles where victims are often left feeling lost or unsure about their rights. At Carlson Bier, we wield our comprehensive knowledge and experience to simplify this process for you – from filing case documents to negotiating settlements or trial representation. Our primary goal is ensuring that justice meets its match at every turn of your case’s progression.

Car accidents don’t just cause physical harm but an avalanche of medical bills, lost wages, property loss expenses, emotional stress among other complications typically follow suit. Unlike basic motor insurance inspections which undervalue these components’ negating full compensation; we put a laser focus on comprehensive claim valuation including:

• Current and future healthcare costs.

• Value of wage losses during recovery.

• Damage evaluation for personal properties involved.

• Assessment of emotional distress caused by the incident.

• Litigation and attorney fees

When selecting Carlson Bier as your trusted partner in navigating these dire times, our team walks beside you at each phase until rightful compensations are delivered into hands that need them most. Deciphering complex legal terms into simple language while keeping procedures transparent is how we ensure you stay updated throughout.

Our attorneys work tirelessly behind-the-scenes gathering crucial evidence key to strengthen your case ranging from the mechanism of collision reconstruction reports, camera surveillance videos if available to evaluation of damage done both physically (automobile & body), interviewing witnesses for firsthand account details among many more – no stone stays unturned with us at helm.

Remember, as per Illinois Statute of Limitations for personal injury cases, you have a time limit to file a claim post the car accident’s occurrence. Hence procrastinating on case filing is not advisable; the early bird catches the worm aptly fits here like elsewhere. Ignoring minor injuries or delaying expert legal counsel could jeopardize case merit and lessen your chances for full rightful justice.

In our experience, most clients usually underplay their suffering due to the trauma connected with reliving car accidents while describing them. We understand this can be exhaustive and we respect that it’s difficult – reason enough why we insist on entrusting us right from minute one. Our team handles all aspects of communication with insurance companies so you get ample peace-of-mind rest.

Our esteemed attorneys are well known for finding fruitful resolutions even during challenging negotiations using robust argumentation built on factual evidence collected meticulously throughout our association in structured formats appealing to both court & insurers alike – winning maximum compensation has been our commitment across years of dedicated service.

Endowed with wealth through experience in Personal Injury Laws across Illinois Carlson Bier brings unparalleled value acting as your bulwark against unjust denials – when it comes to demanding fair damages inclusive of pain-and-suffering along cumulative losses. Trust us to give voice to your rights because every life deserves balanced scales of justice!

We advocate an immediate consultation following any car accidents irrespective severity – remember you always reserve rights for filing personal injury claims regardless who caused the collision, don’t let others decide what’s best for you! Click on the button below, explore how much your case is worth – Choose Carlson Bier today and safeguard tomorrow against unforeseen bumps along roads travelled! Let’s champion justice together because bargaining over rightful justice should never be optional!

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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 Girard

Pedal Cycle Crashes

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

Thermal Burns

Offering specialist legal help for people of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Medical Carelessness

Offering dedicated legal support for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Products Responsibility

Taking on cases involving problematic products, delivering specialist legal support to consumers affected by harmful products.

Elder Mistreatment

Defending the rights of seniors who have been subjected to mistreatment in aged care environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble and Slip Injuries

Expert in dealing with slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking compensation for their harm.

Infant Harms

Providing legal guidance for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Crashes

Incidents: Devoted to supporting individuals of car accidents gain equitable remuneration for harms and damages.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Specializing in providing legal assistance for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for harm.

Truck Incident

Providing adept legal representation for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for damages.

Building Site Accidents

Concentrated on supporting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or recklessness.

Cognitive Damages

Focused on delivering professional legal services for clients suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Bite Harms

Specialized in tackling cases for persons who have suffered wounds from dog attacks or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Collisions

Specializing in legal advocacy for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering restitution.

Unjust Loss

Advocating for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and adept legal assistance to ensure restitution.

Spine Damage

Committed to defending clients with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal support to secure compensation.

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