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About Carlson Bier Associates

When involved in a car accident, securing the best legal representation becomes paramount. The team at Carlson Bier provides an outstanding and comprehensive service for victims seeking justice and compensation for their misfortune. They are top-tier personal injury lawyers who specialize in dealing with intricacies of car accident cases, meticulously designed to safeguard your interests and pursue the maximum compensation entitled to you under Illinois law. Why settle with Carlson Bier? Their reputation precedes them – they have a consistent track record of securing substantial settlements for clients who suffered due to others’ negligence on the roadways.This firm operates ethically, ensuring full transparency during every step of your case’s progress while upholding professional standards set by state rules regulating attorney advertising practices. Coupled with seemingly unmatched dedication towards achieving results that reflect each client’s unique situation, choosing Carlson Bier as your representative speaks volumes about prioritizing quality counsel over geographical proximity.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Havana Illinois

Creating safe and thriving environments for Illinois residents is one of the main goals on which we at Carlson Bier pride ourselves. As leading personal injury attorneys, our practice is built upon providing expert legal assistance to those who have been unfortunately involved in car accidents caused by another party’s negligence. We contribute to reducing the emotional, physical, and financial strain such unfortunate events can place on individuals and their families through exceptional representation.

Car accidents are not only frightening but can also result in serious injuries or even death. It’s crucial to understand your rights under Illinois law if you ever find yourself dealing with repercussions from a car accident due to someone else’s fault. The law provides protections designed to help victims achieve justice by receiving compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, disabilities or disfigurement.

Representing yourself in court against insurance companies might be a daunting challenge considering their vast resources that include experienced litigators whose sole aim is ensuring the company pays out as little as possible. You need an ally; you need professionals like us at Carlson Bier who strive to get you full compensation when you’re hurt – because you matter.

• Comprehensive knowledge of applicable laws

We take an aggressive stance when representing our clients’ interests because we have an impeccable comprehension of Illinois’ motor vehicle and personal injury laws – insights that give our clients an edge in litigation proceedings.

• Professionalism

Our quality service stems from treating every client with dignity while maintaining critical professional ethics at all times – honesty, confidentiality and loyalty.

• Result-oriented approach

We appreciate that each case varies accordingly; therefore meticulous analysis guides our approach towards achieving most favorable outcomes for each unique situation.

• Vast experience

With years of experience beneath our belts representing individual car crash victims against formidable adversaries like large corporations and insurance firms, we promise unmatched zealous advocacy offering best chance for success inside or outside settlement negotiations.

Auto accident victims must know they’re not alone when fighting for much-deserved compensation. It’s more than a slogan; it’s our promise to you, a commitment defined by tireless endeavor and absolute dedication to your cause. None of this is too much to ask for after going through an ordeal like that, we believe.

We at Carlson Bier understand that merely living through the trauma of car injuries can be overwhelming on its own without concerns about medical bills or lost wages while recovering. With us working relentlessly in pursuit of your rights and upholding your dignity during these testing times, you’ll experience less stress and focus more on recovery – concentrate on getting back up while we keep up the fight for you!

In every step, Carlson Bier utilizes over years of combined professional personal injury legal knowledge to bring justice closer to home – because where else would any Illinois resident prefer safety and protection? If not their homes?

If you’re looking for adept representation right now or simply trying to learn more about what options are available when confronted with similar situations – remember one thing: You deserve full compensation when hurt due to someone else’s negligence! Know your rights better by clicking on the button below and find out how much your case may be worth 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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Car Accident FAQ​

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 Havana

Bike Crashes

Expert in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or dangerous conditions.

Scald Damages

Providing skilled legal assistance for patients of serious burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Medical Malpractice

Offering specialist legal services for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Accountability

Dealing with cases involving defective products, supplying skilled legal guidance to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring protection.

Fall and Fall Incidents

Specialist in addressing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking compensation for their damages.

Childbirth Wounds

Extending legal aid for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Collisions

Collisions: Dedicated to assisting sufferers of car accidents obtain fair compensation for damages and harm.

Scooter Collisions

Expert in providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for damages.

Truck Mishap

Ensuring specialist legal advice for individuals involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for injuries.

Building Site Crashes

Committed to representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or negligence.

Cerebral Impairments

Expert in delivering compassionate legal representation for victims suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Injuries

Adept at tackling cases for people who have suffered damages from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Expert in legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Unfair Loss

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and experienced legal support to ensure fairness.

Spine Impairment

Specializing in advocating for clients with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal support to secure settlement.

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