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Suffering a car accident can be traumatic, causing physical pain and mental suffering along with hefty medical bills. In such difficult times, you need the right legal ally fighting for your fair compensation. That’s where Carlson Bier comes into play. We provide impeccable representation for car accident victims in Green Oaks and throughout Illinois. Our track record of success stems from our commitment to secure maximum compensation for our clients’ injuries and losses; we strive relentlessly against insurance companies refusing rightful claims or offering lower settlements than deserved.

Our expert attorneys, armed with extensive experience in personal injury law related to vehicular accidents, understand every nuance of complex litigation processes involved ensuring your rights are upheld.

We pride ourselves on personalized attention bestowed upon each case – advocating passionately while maintaining open lines of communication every step of the way.

Entrusting Carlson Bier signifies aligning yourself with integrity, formidable prowess in negotiation & trial proceedings topped with an empathetic approach towards client needs—the very essence why countless individuals reckon us as their foremost choice when seeking diligent representation following a car wreck incident.

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Car Accidents Lawyers in Green Oaks Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our primary objective is to provide top-notch legal consulting services for individuals dealing with the repercussions of car accidents in Illinois. As leading personal injury attorneys, we have extensive experience and knowledge in navigating a myriad of accident scenarios. We believe it’s vital that we impart some of our insights to help you understand the intricacies surrounding these unfortunate occurrences.

Car accidents are sadly commonplace, but each one brings about a unique set of challenges and eventualities, making them far from ordinary. The aftermath usually sees involved parties wrestling their way through confusing insurance claims processes, medical treatments if injuries are sustained and law enforcement reports which can often be overwhelming.

• In instances where serious injuries sustained restrict your ability to execute daily routines or perform your job adequately;

• When negligence on another’s part becomes evident but hard proof remains elusive;

• Scenario exposing vulnerability due to limited or lack of comprehensive auto insurance coverage.

In these circumstances among others, the prowess of competent personal injury lawyers like us at Carlson Bier becomes invaluable.

Each case is distinct in its complexity, thus requiring careful evaluation against existing traffic laws and regulations underneath the overarching umbrella of local state laws. In addition to that is the intense negotiation back-and-forth with insurance companies whose primary goal might not align with yours – adequate compensation for damages suffered.

A significant aspect worth noting relates to limitative statutes present in Illinois law when it comes to filing lawsuits regarding personal injuries emanating from car accidents. An unwavering two-year timeframe applies generally after which such cases become nullified hence unprosecutable except under extraordinarily rare conditions. Herein lies yet another hurdle car accident victims ought to surmount – timeliness – underscoring further the urgent necessity for reliable expert counselling immediately following an incident.

Understanding these details about car accidents clearly highlights how abrupt/life-altering they can be for any individual unlucky enough to experience them firsthand while also retrieving extraordinary amounts from disrupted life can be quite a feat to undertake alone. This is where our team of dedicated professionals steps in, using all legal means at our disposal to ensure that you get the justice and recompense you rightly deserve.

At Carlson Bier, it isn’t just about winning cases but also establishing strong relationships built upon mutual respect, transparency and undeniable results. We strive tirelessly on behalf of every client entrusting us with their cases despite how arduous or complex these may be; from commencement right through until resolution has been attained favorably.

Our comprehensive knowledge base combined seamlessly with an unrestrained dedication serves as a dynamic duo propelling us ahead in this highly specialized lane among personal injury attorneys serving Illinois residents dealing with repercussions from car accidents.

We invite anyone grappling with such circumstances not leave anything to chance but rather seek out proficient advice confidently knowing they’re aligned tightly alongside a powerfully capable team of expert lawyers advocating to secure ample compensation for any losses incurred due largely to another’s fault. Ahead lies the course laden potentially with obstacles; hence having old hands striding confidently alongside one throughout this challenging journey significantly lightens the burden.

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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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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 Green Oaks

Bicycle Collisions

Specializing in legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' negligence or unsafe conditions.

Scald Traumas

Giving adept legal help for patients of intense burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Hospital Incompetence

Ensuring expert legal support for patients affected by hospital malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Obligation

Managing cases involving unsafe products, offering specialist legal guidance to customers affected by product malfunctions.

Elder Malpractice

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to neglect in elderly care environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip & Fall Occurrences

Expert in addressing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking recovery for their damages.

Infant Injuries

Extending legal help for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Incidents: Devoted to supporting individuals of car accidents receive just payout for wounds and destruction.

Scooter Incidents

Specializing in providing legal advice for individuals involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for damages.

Semi Incident

Providing adept legal representation for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for damages.

Worksite Crashes

Dedicated to representing workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Traumas

Specializing in extending professional legal services for victims suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Injuries

Expertise in managing cases for individuals who have suffered harms from puppy bites or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Specializing in legal services for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Death

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and experienced legal guidance to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Injury

Expert in supporting patients with spine impairments, offering professional legal support to secure redress.

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