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About Carlson Bier Associates

Carlson Bier is a distinguished Illinois personal injury law firm with expertise in pedestrian accidents. Our team boasts profound comprehension of the intricacies involved and applies a thorough, meticulous approach to every case. We understand how devastating pedestrian accidents can be. Hence, we zealously fight for your rights ensuring you receive full compensation for any losses sustained from such incidents within Hardin and its surrounding areas without breaching our ethical commitment to honesty regarding our location.

In each case handled by Carlson Bier attorneys, extensive due diligence is undertaken to establish liability and assess damage as clearly as possible—an essential feature when fighting cases in traffic-prone areas like Hardin that have high incidences of pedestrian mishaps. Our aggressive representation combined with years of experience has won notable results for victims impacted by serious pedestrian injury inflicted by negligent drivers.

Trust Carlson Bier’s seasoned legal professionals if you’ve been a victim of an unfortunate walking accident or representing someone else who was tragically affected! Rely on their prowess—their capability sets them apart among allies that negligence victims need most at this crucial time.

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Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Hardin Illinois

Navigating the aftermath of a pedestrian accident can be a complicated process. At Carlson Bier, we take pride in providing exceptional legal services to our clients across Illinois, helping them receive the compensation they deserve following such traumatic incidents. We are accredited personal injury attorneys with years of experience and expertise in resolving claims related to pedestrian accidents.

Any time an individual is involved in a pedestrian accident, several factors come into play that determine who is responsible and what rights the affected party has:

• Duty of Care: Under Illinois law, both drivers and pedestrians have certain duties concerning road safety. A failure in adhering to these responsibilities may result significant liabilities.

• Comparative Negligence: Our legal system follows the comparative negligence rule where fault can be shared among parties. If you were partly at fault in the accident, this could affect your claim’s outcome.

• Failure to Stop or Render Aid: It’s an obligation for every driver involved in a collision resulting in personal injury or death to stop their vehicle immediately at the scene.

Pedestrian laws offer protections which give those injured through no fault of their own due recourse for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering and more. The severity of injuries often incurred by pedestrians make swift assertion of these rights crucial. Common types of injuries include traffic-related strikes ensuing from distracted driving or speeding. Other examples involve collisions within parking lots, involving cyclist versus pedestrian contestations and dog attacks.

Understanding the depth exposure concerning ‘liability’ insurance policies also comes into play when determining how much financial recovery one might expect as part of any settlement or judgment based on a successful claiming process after obtaining competent legal counsel.

Carlson Bier has dedicated its practice towards helping affected individuals understand their rights and potential remedies under Illinois law. By pursuing claims including but not limited to vehicular liability insurance coverage– we put forth every effort needed for achieving maximum compensation on behalf our clientele regardless each unique circumstance presented by any given case within this commonly misunderstood area involving personal injury law.

In some instances, it may be possible to file a lawsuit against entities other than the at-fault driver – such as the city for poor road maintenance or design, or a construction company creating unsafe conditions leading to your accident. The viability of these third-party claims largely depends on identifying all potentially liable parties and gathering impeccable evidence against them.

When you entrust your pedestrian accident claim to Carlson Bier, you can expect:

• An in-depth analysis of your case

• A tenacious pursuit of your rightful compensation

• Compassionate consultations

• Efficient strategies tailored for swift resolution

Yet knowing when it comes to balancing need for speed in relation adversarial litigation taking place both inside and outside courtroom settings– we will not sacrifice long-term interests just service short-term goals herein strategically preparing each steps ahead during our ongoing client communications based upon individual needs every step along the way while carefully managing related expenses also proving equally important throughout said processes involved

Without proper guidance during difficult times like this, one may fail to grasp the full extent of their rights and remedies under Illinois law. Don’t face insurance companies alone; they have experienced attorneys working hard to protect their profits over paying out fair adjustments following incidents causing unexpected injuries among innocent pedestrians.

At this juncture in time, let us help alleviate some of that stress from your burdened shoulders by putting our expert legal minds at work towards holistically approach used when resolving confusing matters usually arising after pedestrian-involved accidents occur regardless where exactly located within our statewide coverage area.

Take a moment now – click on the button below – see firsthand why we’ve earned undying respect among countless individuals whom were once standing right where you are today seated behind their computer screens wondering how much their unique matter might actually be worth had they only known finer details concerning patient care generated by outstanding results derived after clicking below button we anxiously await helping you uncover your case’s true valuation today!

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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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Cycling Incidents

Expert in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or perilous conditions.

Scald Injuries

Supplying expert legal support for people of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Physician Carelessness

Ensuring expert legal advice for patients affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Liability

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, offering specialist legal assistance to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Abuse

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring protection.

Slip and Tumble Occurrences

Professional in handling trip accident cases, providing legal advice to victims seeking justice for their damages.

Birth Harms

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

Vehicle Incidents

Collisions: Committed to supporting sufferers of car accidents secure reasonable remuneration for injuries and losses.

Motorcycle Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

Semi Collision

Ensuring specialist legal services for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful recompense for damages.

Building Site Accidents

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

Cognitive Damages

Dedicated to delivering professional legal advice for victims suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Harms

Proficient in addressing cases for clients who have suffered traumas from dog bites or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Collisions

Committed to legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Undeserved Loss

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and adept legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Spine Harm

Specializing in representing individuals with paralysis, offering specialized legal guidance to secure redress.

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