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About Carlson Bier Associates

When construction site accidents occur in Godfrey, Illinois, the dedicated attorneys at Carlson Bier can provide the swift and robust legal advocacy that victims need. Specializing in personal injury law, our firm has a solid reputation for fighting relentlessly on behalf of those injured through third-party negligence or unsafe work conditions. Accidents on construction sites can result in debilitating injuries with long-term consequences; having an experienced lawyer is crucial to ensuring proper compensation for your losses and suffering. Our proficient lawyers understand the complexities involved these cases: from investigating breach of safety protocols to assessing liability under Illinois’s laws—we cover it all meticulously. With substantial courtroom experience and savvy negotiation skills, Carlson Bier attorneys are adept at securing fair settlements without unnecessary delays. At the heart of our service values lies client satisfaction; we aim not just for recovery but also to help you find closure after such life-altering experiences by staying committed every step of the way until justice is served unequivocally—a testament reinforcing our stellar standing as a top choice for Construction Site Accident Law representation.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Godfrey Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a highly experienced personal injury attorney group based in Illinois, specializing in various areas of law. Among our many areas of concentration, Construction Site Accidents stand out as an area where we have consistently provided exceptional legal representation. In the construction industry, accidents are all too common due to hazards that come with the territory coupled with possible negligence by other parties involved.

Construction sites can be fraught with danger if safety regulations aren’t strictly adhered to. Workers often work at great heights, operate heavy machinery or work near excavations and trenches. Due to these high-risk factors, injuries suffered on construction sites tend to be severe and even catastrophic sometimes leading to fatalities. If you’re injured while working at a construction site, it’s important that you know about your rights and avenues for compensation.

It’s significant however to grasp that not every injury qualifies for workers’ compensation or personal injury claims. Thusly it is important to establish whether an accident was caused due to negligence such as failure to provide appropriate equipment or training. Other forms of negligence could include failure to follow safety codes or maintain a safe working environment.

• Personal Injury Claims: These apply when a negligent third party is responsible for causing your accident.

• Product Liability Claims: If defective equipment led directly to your accident, you might qualify for this type of claim.

• Wrongful Death Claim: This applies when an individual dies as a result of neglect from another party.

• Workers Compensation Claims: Entitled if an employee is injured during their line of work.

As experts in interpreting and applying these complex laws relating to construction accidents in Illinois’ landscape, Carlson Bier ensures that our clients receive the guidance and representation they deserve right from the start all through until resolution. We strongly advocate against signing any settlement offers before speaking with us so as not undermine any potential benefits or compensation value legally entitled to you.

Compensation may involve reimbursement for medical expenses incurred including doctor visits, surgeries or therapy sessions. Wage loss compensation for time off work, rehabilitation care expenses and pain and suffering are other factors regarded in the case valuation.

Our firm is seasoned with the legal knowledge required to identify factors that can influence your claim’s value. This includes examining insurance policy details of all parties involved, scrutinizing medical reports for prognosis on future complications due to injury and quantifying non-tangible damages such as emotional distress caused by trauma.

We understand that moving forward after a construction site accident is challenging. Our approach is not just limited to guiding you through the complex pursuit of liability claims but also supportive in coordinating access to appropriate medical providers if necessary and help mend families affected by these unfortunate circumstances as well.

Injuries from Construction Site Accidents don’t just impact you; they shake up your entire life, changing it unexpectedly within seconds. When this happens, trust Carlson Bier for its relentless pursuit of justice on your behalf, while providing individual attention each client truly deserves.

Embrace peace of mind knowing that our law office fervently fights for full fair compensation that matches the gravity of injuries sustained whilst pushing boundaries against insurance companies who commonly aim to pay less than what’s rightfully deserved.

Your first step towards reparation starts here at Carlson Bier. We highly encourage you to take a moment today to click on the button below allowing us a chance at turning around an otherwise traumatic situation into triumph against adversities faced so far.

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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 Godfrey

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Dedicated to legal services for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Flame Damages

Providing expert legal help for patients of serious burn injuries caused by incidents or misconduct.

Hospital Malpractice

Ensuring dedicated legal advice for victims affected by healthcare malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Liability

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, providing professional legal services to customers affected by defective items.

Geriatric Neglect

Representing the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to neglect in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Fall and Tumble Injuries

Expert in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking compensation for their suffering.

Newborn Injuries

Offering legal guidance for families affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Collisions

Mishaps: Devoted to guiding victims of car accidents secure fair compensation for hurts and losses.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Focused on providing representation for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for injuries.

Big Rig Collision

Providing specialist legal support for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for harms.

Construction Accidents

Dedicated to assisting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or recklessness.

Neurological Damages

Specializing in ensuring dedicated legal services for victims suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Damages

Expertise in dealing with cases for clients who have suffered traumas from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Jogger Collisions

Expert in legal assistance for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Death

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, providing empathetic and expert legal services to ensure redress.

Backbone Trauma

Dedicated to defending clients with backbone trauma, offering professional legal services to secure redress.

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