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About Carlson Bier Associates

When suffering from the aftermath of a Slip and Fall Accident, securing competent legal representation should be paramount to ensure you secure fair compensation for your injuries. Carlson Bier has distinguished itself as an exceptional advocate in this field. As Illinois-based personal injury attorneys, their proven track record speaks volumes about their commitment to clients dealing with such traumatic incidents. Their team possesses detailed understanding of Illinois law applied to these cases, which translates into adept handling of all legal nuances related to Slip and Fall Accidents. With keen attention paid towards every individual case detail, they strive for maximum compensation in each instance – offering confidence that you are shielded by unparalleled expertise during what may prove a challenging time. Despite not being based in Greenville specifically – remember it’s against Illinois law to misrepresent one’s physical location – Carlson Bier’s reach resounds across varied locales thanks largely due to its reputation borne out of countless successful client engagements throughout their practice history+. Trust them- best considerate choice under these circumstances!

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Greenville Illinois

At the Carlson Bier law firm, we strive to provide our clients with exceptional legal representation in all aspects of personal injury law. As an Illinois-based personal injury attorney group, one area where we have gained extensive experience is Slip and Fall Accidents.

Slip and fall accidents are incidents that generally happen when a property owner neglects to properly maintain their premises, creating hazardous conditions that can result in a person slipping or tripping and falling. These unfortunate events can lead to serious injuries including bone fractures, sprains, contusions, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injures amongst others. While these accidents may seem straightforward, obtaining the compensation you deserve from property owners or their insurance companies requires expert understanding of the intricacies involved.

Understanding liability in such cases is crucial for your claim’s success. Often it boils down to two essential questions;

1) Did the hazardous condition exist due to negligence or harmfully lax practices on part of the property owner?

2) Could this accident have been avoided if you had acted more carefully?

Ascertaining answers to these questions often determines who bears responsibility for your accident – the fault could lie solely with the property owner; be shared between you both; or even rest entirely with you.

Moreover, proving liability involves significant challenges:

• Proving Negligence: Demonstration needs establishing “duty of care” was not maintained;

• Disproving Comparative Negligence: Often defendants argue victims contributed by lack of caution;

• Asserting Statute Limitations: In Illinois there exists specific timeframe post-incident within which claims must filed.

Your chances at successful litigation greatly hinge on having experienced representation well-versed with these subtleties. This is where Carlson Bier shines as we tirelessly advocate justice for those who’ve suffered through slip and fall mishaps. Our team rigorously investigates each case – identifying potential negligent parties; gathering evidence relating negligence directly to client’s injury; consulting with medical experts; evaluating fair compensation based on both physical, emotional harm as well future financial losses. It’s through this meticulous approach we’ve built a track record of winning rightful settlements for our deserving clients.

Another critical aspect Carlson Bier emphasizes is communication. We take pride in maintaining open lines of dialogue with our clients to keep them abreast every step of their case progress, clarify legal jargon & proceedings, patiently answer all queries and provide expert advice informed by years of handling slip and fall cases.

Browse confidently through our platform’s wealth of educational materials designed to inform, guide those affected by such accidents without overwhelming technical language. Understand more about your rights as an injured victim, the legal landscape surrounding slip and fall cases in Illinois state and steps you can take post-accident towards securing deserved compensation.

Slip and fall accidents are not just physically painful – they’re emotionally draining, financially burdensome too. Retaining capable representation from Carlson Bier guarantees not only skillful navigation through complex litigation but also compassionate understanding acknowledging traumatic episodes victims undergo.

Don’t let uncertainty or concerns about the cost stop you from seeking justice that’s rightfully yours. At Carlson Bier, we operate on a contingency basis which means there are no fees until we secure a settlement for you.

So why hesitate? Get proactive today about determining potential worth of your claim by clicking on button below! Knowledge is power – empower yourself today towards better tomorrow standing tall alongside professionals at Carlson Bier who advocates passionately for your cause!

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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 Greenville

Bicycle Collisions

Proficient in legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' indifference or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Supplying professional legal advice for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Healthcare Carelessness

Extending expert legal services for clients affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Liability

Taking on cases involving faulty products, delivering expert legal assistance to victims affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

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

Fall & Trip Injuries

Skilled in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking restitution for their harm.

Neonatal Damages

Delivering legal help for kin affected by medical incompetence resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Accidents

Accidents: Devoted to guiding clients of car accidents secure equitable payout for harms and impairment.

Bike Incidents

Dedicated to providing representation for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

Trucking Accident

Delivering experienced legal support for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful compensation for injuries.

Construction Site Mishaps

Dedicated to assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Harms

Specializing in delivering specialized legal support for persons suffering from cerebral injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Damages

Adept at managing cases for people who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Crashes

Focused on legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Unfair Death

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and professional legal services to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Injury

Committed to defending persons with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal representation to secure justice.

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