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About Carlson Bier Associates

When suffering the aftermath of a slip and fall accident, your primary requirement is a robust, experienced attorney group. Carlson Bier, renowned personal injury lawyers situated in Illinois, are key players to consider. Specializing in handling intricate Slip And Fall Accidents cases throughout Illinois’s breadth – including Glasford – the firm’s organized approach has resulted in numerous victorious outcomes for its clients over time. Possessing an unrivaled depth of knowledge about Illinois’ specific laws pertaining to Slip And Fall Accidents provides this law organization with valuable strategies essential for successful verdicts or settlements. Employees at Carlson Bier take pride in providing compassionate yet professional assistance right from painstaking case analysis to resourceful litigation support if required; here each client is valued unlike anywhere else! Residing outside of Glasford? Don’t worry; their extensive reach across different regions ensures they remain accessible to you wherever you’re located within Illinois state lines. Choose Carlson Bier as your trusted advocate navigating complexities surrounding unfortunate accidents like these— You’ll be glad you made that choice!

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Glasford Illinois

Navigating the complexities of slip and fall accidents can feel intimidating, especially when you are trying to understand your potential rights and legal avenues. At Carlson Bier, an esteemed personal injury attorney group based in Illinois, we are dedicated to simplifying this process for individuals subjected to such unfortunate scenarios. Our commitment lies in delivering knowledge that offers value whilst providing prolific legal support.

Slip and fall accidents often result from hazardous conditions on someone else’s property – a situation legally referred to as premises liability. Fundamentally, these cases hinge on proving negligence by demonstrating that the property owner was aware or should have been aware of the dangerous condition but ignored it.

• The first cornerstone behind understanding slip and fall injuries is recognizing their common causes: uneven flooring, poor lighting, wet surfaces, snow or ice, staircases without handrails among others.

• It is crucially important to realize not just any fall qualifies for compensation. For instance, if the hazard was openly visible but overlooked by the victim due to distraction or unobservance, claiming negligence becomes challenging.

• Documenting the incident accurately immediately after it occurs vitalizes your case. This includes taking photographs of what caused your fall; noting its details including time and exact location; jotting down names and contact numbers of any witnesses present during the event.

To navigate through these technicalities requires proficient legal assistance- that’s where our expert team at Carlson Bier comes in—to ensure you get compensated appropriately for losses caused by another party’s negligence.

It is also essential knowing who could be held responsible in a slip and fall accident case: typically it’s either property owners or occupiers including tenants running a business on leased properties who had reasonable control over safety conditions.

Your damages could include:

• Medical Expenses: Charges related with doctors’ visits, hospital stays physical therapy sessions etc effectively all health care costs resulting post-injury till recovery.

• Lost Wages: Financial losses incurred because of inability to work post the accident.

• Pain and Suffering: This includes compensation for physical pain, mental trauma or any long-term limitations caused by the incident.

At Carlson Bier, we have accumulated substantial experience in handling such cases over the years. Our seasoned attorneys have successfully represented clients across Illinois, ensuring they receive fair compensation for their medical treatment costs, lost wages, pain and distress.

Remember, timeline is vital when it comes to slip and fall accidents. Illinois law requires personal injury victims to file a lawsuit within two years from the date of injury occurrence under most circumstances. Failure to abide by this limitation period can seriously jeopardize your legal rights and ability to claim damages.

Engaging with an adept attorney promptly ensures effective assessment of potential case merits whilst preserving critical evidence. We at Carlson Bier genuinely empathize with our clients’ predicaments—designed services backing their trust in our capabilities thereby providing comfort during stressful times.

In conclusion, if you or a loved one have experienced a slip and fall accident causing significant injuries – don’t face this challenge alone. Attach yourself with proficiency par excellence – attach yourself with Carlson Bier. An initial consultation with us will familiarize you on probable legal strategies aligned on focusing your well-being through best compensation course possible as per Illinois’ personal injury laws.

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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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Slip & Fall Accidents FAQ​

The most common causes of slip and fall accidents in Chicago include:

  • Wet or slippery floors: This could include spills, leaks, and snow and ice.
  • Uneven surfaces: This could include potholes, cracks in the pavement, and loose floorboards.
  • Poor lighting: This could make it difficult to see hazards on the ground.
  • Obstructions: This could include cords, boxes, and other objects that are in the way.

If you have a slip and fall 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 the property owner or manager. This will create a record of the accident and help you build your case if you decide to file a lawsuit.
  • 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.
  • Contact a slip and fall accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a slip and fall 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 property owner or manager if you believe they were negligent in maintaining the property.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a slip and fall 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 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 slip and fall 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 Glasford

Bike Incidents

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

Flame Traumas

Offering specialist legal support for victims of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Hospital Malpractice

Providing specialist legal assistance for patients affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Merchandise Fault

Taking on cases involving faulty products, delivering skilled legal guidance to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Geriatric Abuse

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Trip and Tumble Mishaps

Specialist in handling tumble accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking justice for their suffering.

Birth Harms

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

Vehicle Mishaps

Incidents: Dedicated to aiding sufferers of car accidents receive reasonable compensation for hurts and damages.

Motorbike Incidents

Dedicated to providing representation for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring just recovery for traumas.

Truck Collision

Providing expert legal support for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for hurts.

Construction Collisions

Dedicated to defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Brain Damages

Focused on offering specialized legal representation for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Wounds

Expertise in dealing with cases for people who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Accidents

Committed to legal assistance for joggers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering restitution.

Unjust Fatality

Working for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering compassionate and experienced legal services to ensure compensation.

Spine Impairment

Dedicated to advocating for individuals with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal services to secure justice.

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