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About Carlson Bier Associates

Suffering a construction site accident in Havana doesn’t mean you should struggle alone. When the unexpected happens, Carlson Bier is on your side. Specializing exclusively in personal injury law, we are dedicated to protecting workers’ rights and ensuring just compensation for injuries sustained on construction sites. Our vast knowledge of Illinois laws adds a critical edge when fighting for medical coverage and income replacement that our clients deserve. These complex scenarios can feel overwhelming; it’s why having us at your disposal can make all the difference—guiding you through every juncture with clarity, competence, and strategic expertise unique to Carlson Bier. Fostering an excellent track record of success within Illinois courts echoes our dedication towards advocating earnestly for our clients—national recognitions only validate this commitment further as firms tee-off against workplace injustices across sectors like construction accidents daily.Supremely equipped outdoing many others statewide and fearless devotion visible to loyal clientele makes Carlton Bier the top consideration if ever faced with a Construction Site Accident scenario anywhere across Illinois state lines.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Havana Illinois

The unfortunate occurrence of a construction site accident requires the immediate intervention of expert attorneys to safeguard the rights and interests of the victims involved. Carlson Bier, our distinguished personal injury legal firm based in Illinois, boasts an impressive track record in successfully representing clients who have faced such distressing circumstances. Our meticulous approach to every case ensures that those affected by construction site accidents recover adequate compensation for their injuries and losses.

Construction sites are invariably laden with hazards. The combination of heavy machinery, elevated work surfaces, falling objects, precarious scaffolding, and exposure to toxic materials create an environment susceptible to dangerous mishaps. Each year, thousands suffer from critical injuries or even fatal consequences due to negligence or oversight on these worksites.

At Carlson Bier, we firmly believe that all workers have a right to a safe working environment and it is the obligation of employers to provide this. Any failure on their part leading towards a construction site accident can be deemed as negligence deserving recompense and remuneration where you might not know you are entitled:

• Lost wages due to inability to work

• Costly medical bills

• Rehabilitation costs

• Emotional sufferings like pain and mental anguish

Our team comprises highly competent professionals armed with extensive experience and expertise in handling cases relating specifically to construction-site related accidents across Illinois. We understand the subtleties involved in proving liability while navigating through worker’s compensation laws. This refined understanding equips us with the acumen required not only for obtaining fair settlements but more importantly achieving justice for our clients.

Another area where we distinguish ourselves pertains to debunking myths around your entitlements after an accident at a construction site. One common misconception is if someone’s been injured on-site they simply receive Workers’ Compensation; however there may also be scope for securing additional compensatory damages based upon violations of specific safety ordinances relevant within Illinois law.

Prudent awareness about potential responsible parties could lead toward asserting claims apart from your employer or Workers’ Compensation insurer. This ensemble could include but not limited to:

• Equipment manufacture

• The owner of the site,

• Architectural firms

• Contractors and sub-contractors.

At Carlson Bier, our proficient attorneys can expertly guide you in identifying these elements that broaden your scope for justifiable compensation.

Don’t navigate this complex legal process alone. Our dedicated team is available with reliable and accessible advice plus dependable representation throughout every step of your case progression. Our track record speaks volumes about our competency; we have been instrumental in salvaging numerous clients from distressing predicaments such as construction site accidents by getting them their rightful dues.

If you’ve been injured on a construction site, don’t hesitate in securing professional guidance to ensure your best interests are preserved. Know there’s no financial risk working with us at Carlson Bier as we work purely on a contingency fee basis. You pay absolutely nothing unless we win your case.

Finally, understanding what your claim might be worth after a traumatic incident like a construction-site accident can be overwhelming and confusing. Taking that first step towards discovering how much compensation you can obtain can greatly influence the outcome of your recovery journey. We warmly invite you to tap into our extensive resources by clicking the button below, and launching yourself towards rightful remuneration for any pain or loss endured due to an unfortunate construction site accident. Remember – it’s not about what happened; it’s about recovery, justice & peace! Take charge 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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Construction Site Accidents FAQ​

The most common causes of construction site accidents in Chicago include:

  • Falls: Falls from heights are the leading cause of fatalities on construction sites.
  • Struck-by accidents: Struck-by accidents occur when workers are hit by falling objects, moving vehicles, or other equipment.
  • Electrocutions: Electrocutions can occur when workers come into contact with live wires or electrical equipment.
  • Caught-in/between accidents: Caught-in/between accidents occur when workers are caught between two moving objects or between a moving object and a stationary object.
  • Overexertion injuries: Overexertion injuries can occur when workers lift heavy objects or perform repetitive tasks.

If you are injured in a construction site 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 your supervisor and to OSHA. OSHA is the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and they are responsible for investigating workplace accidents.
  • Contact a construction site accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a construction site 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 person or company responsible for your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a construction site 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 personal 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 construction site 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

Bicycle Crashes

Focused on legal services for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others' lack of care or dangerous conditions.

Flame Damages

Supplying adept legal advice for victims of serious burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Healthcare Carelessness

Providing dedicated legal support for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Responsibility

Taking on cases involving problematic products, delivering expert legal guidance to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Aged Mistreatment

Protecting the rights of elders who have been subjected to neglect in nursing homes environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble and Fall Injuries

Adept in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to individuals seeking recovery for their harm.

Neonatal Injuries

Offering legal aid for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in birth injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Crashes: Committed to supporting victims of car accidents gain reasonable compensation for damages and damages.

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Specializing in providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

18-Wheeler Crash

Extending experienced legal support for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for injuries.

Construction Collisions

Focused on defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or misconduct.

Head Impairments

Dedicated to ensuring professional legal support for patients suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Injuries

Skilled in dealing with cases for people who have suffered harms from dog bites or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Dedicated to legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering compensation.

Wrongful Loss

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and adept legal representation to ensure fairness.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Expert in representing persons with paralysis, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure settlement.

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