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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you’ve been in a car accident in Hartford, your life can take an unexpected turn. At these challenging times, Carlson Bier steps in as the reliable and efficient advocate you need. Our history of successful verdicts demonstrates why we are the premium choice for victims seeking representation after automobile accidents. Your protection is our priority at Carlson Bier; our experienced attorneys thoroughly anticipate any hurdles that may arise to devise effective litigation strategies ensuring superior outcomes. We tirelessly commit ourselves to safeguarding your interests against paltry insurance settlements and pursue rightful compensation diligently from all liable parties involved, while offering considerate emotional support every step of the way. Choosing us translates into formidable negotiation skills, mastery over intricate state laws on your side – bolstered with unwavering dedication towards achieving just results for our clients’ lives affected by collisions on Hartford roads. Contact Carlson Bier – let our expertise make a real difference when it matters most.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Hartford Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we represent the rights of individuals who have been injured in car accidents throughout the state of Illinois. Understanding your legal rights following such an unfortunate event can feel like a daunting task. Our aim is to assist you through this challenging process, providing valuable information and proactive support.

Without fail, car accidents are nearly always unforeseen circumstances that leave victims grappling with extensive medical bills, loss of income due to inability to work, vehicle damages, as well as physical discomfort and emotional distress. The repercussions often persist well beyond the immediate aftermath of the incident.

A myriad of factors contribute to car accidents: reckless driving behavior such as speeding or failing to comply with traffic regulations; distractions like texting or eating while on the wheel; driving under influence of drugs or alcohol; weather conditions; faulty vehicle equipment and various others. In many cases a definitive party may be held responsible for the accident realizing your entitlement for compensation.

Our expert attorneys at Carlson Bier offer robust legal representation steeped in comprehensive knowledge and years-long experience dealing these matters. Through detailed investigation into every case undertaken aided by array resources at our disposal including accident reconstruction experts, medical specialists and financial analysts among others – we build compelling cases maximizing damage recovery potential for our clients.

Here’s what distinguishes us:

– Personal Attention: Every client has unique concerns arising from their individual circumstances which is why we strive for personal attention acknowledging their specific needs.

– No Win-No Fees Policy: Our payment policy hinges on obtaining favorable results assuring you owe us nothing unless we secure compensation for you.

– Staunch Advocates: We’re dedicated towards securing maximum possible recompense fighting assertively against insurance companies resistant to pay rightful claims.

Notably within Illinois it’s indispensable being aware of laws regarding timelines known as ‘Statute of Limitations’ mandating period within which victims must file lawsuit else risk forfeiting their right entirely – generally two years starting from date-of-accident for personal injury or five years for property damage though certain specifics may extend or reduce this timeframe.

Additionally, Illinois also follows a ‘Comparative Negligence’ approach to assess damages implying if you are partly at fault, any damages awarded will be reduced by your percentage of fault. For instance, if you were deemed 10% at fault and the total damages amounted to $1000, your actual compensation would be $900.

We understand these laws thoroughly – working diligently ensuring that every requirement is met in a timely manner keeping our clients’ best interests forefront.

At Carlson Bier we leave no stone unturned aiming for optimal results as evident with our track record securing millions of dollars in settlements and trial verdicts on behalf of car accident victims like yourself.

Navigating through legal complexities post an unfortunate car accident isn’t something you should have to shoulder alone. Trust in us to transform your adversities into steps towards justice – persistent, relentless and victory-oriented. With strategic litigation tactics combined with compassionate counsel we seek to help secure the future you deserve despite your present hurdles. Remember, a consultation with one of our experienced attorneys is only a click away – ready when you are!

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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 Hartford

Bicycle Accidents

Specializing in legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Supplying skilled legal assistance for individuals of intense burn injuries caused by events or carelessness.

Physician Malpractice

Extending expert legal advice for clients affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Items Accountability

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, offering specialist legal support to customers affected by harmful products.

Aged Misconduct

Supporting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Tumble & Tumble Accidents

Skilled in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking compensation for their suffering.

Birth Traumas

Extending legal assistance for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Incidents

Accidents: Devoted to assisting sufferers of car accidents secure reasonable settlement for damages and damages.

Bike Collisions

Expert in providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for injuries.

Semi Crash

Offering specialist legal services for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for harms.

Worksite Incidents

Dedicated to representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Cognitive Impairments

Dedicated to providing expert legal assistance for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Harms

Skilled in tackling cases for victims who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Jogger Crashes

Expert in legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Unjust Passing

Working for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and professional legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Damage

Dedicated to assisting clients with spine impairments, offering professional legal support to secure recovery.

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