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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to protecting your rights after a slip and fall accident, you need legal representation that instills confidence. At Carlson Bier, we approach each case with diligence and dedication. Our expertise extends to Hillside citizens seeking skilled guidance for their personal injury proceedings. While navigating the complexities of such accidents may seem overwhelming, Carlson Bier brings together exceptional competence and in-depth knowledge on slip and fall cases that ensure our clients receive optimal results.

Understanding the intricacies of premises liability laws is key in these incidents; a factor where we excel with meticulous proficiency. We believe every victim deserves fair compensation for injuries endured due to negligent property owners or managers not ensuring safety standards are met.

Choosing Carlson Bier ensures consummate professionals who are committed not just legally but ethically also to serving clients, standing as unwavering advocates while they recover from intense physical distress caused by unfortunate accidents.

Engaging our services guarantees proficient handling of your case at every stage right until resolution – maximizing potential compensation while minimizing stress triggers associated with litigation course itself.

Count on us; trust Carlson Bier’s stalwart commitment carrying decades-long experience serving Illinois residents effectively dealing with personal injuries sustained from slips or falls anywhere anytime without any worry about location compliance!!!!

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Hillside Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the traumatic consequences of slip and fall accidents. We actively dedicate ourselves to protect and fight for victims in Illinois who diligently seek their rightful compensation. Falling normally seems minor but often presents severe outcomes – from simple abrasions to critical brain injuries, spinal cord damage or even untimely death. These unplanned events can happen anywhere – public places such as malls, restaurants, workplaces or private premises. Regardless of location or severity, our experienced team stands ready to advocate powerfully for your justice.

Let’s delve deeper into a few key aspects around slip and fall accidents that everyone should be aware of:

• Injuries: Slip and fall injuries range from mild cuts and bruises to more devastating ones like broken bones or concussions.

• Locations: Though these mishaps can occur anywhere, typical locations often include walkways, staircases or areas with uneven surfaces where slipping/tripping hazards aren’t appropriately marked.

• Causes: Most common causes are wet floors, icy walkways, poor lighting conditions among other unsafe environmental factors.

• Liability: Simply falling on someone else’s property does not automatically make them liable. They must have known about the dangerous condition without taking necessary remedial action for liability claims.

It is important you know what legal rights you possess if you’ve fallen victim to such an ordeal. Illinois follows comparative negligence rules in personal injury cases which means that damages are proportionally reduced by your percentage of fault in the accident. This might appear discouraging; however rest assured at Carlson Bier you will find highly skilled attorneys equipped with extensive knowledge about Illinois’ specific legalities related to slips and falls litigation process which ensures your case will be meticulously audited for maximum eligible restitution.

Beyond navigating complexities of law itself there lies psychological hurdle constant intimidation fear uncertainty facing insurance companies litigation adversaries alone Often this mental burden unmatched exacerbating physical pain suffered However when represented us steadfast unwavering support our every step journey relieving stress providing much needed peace mind Our empathetic client-oriented approach allows us appreciate unique circumstances each individual case tailoring personalized strategies meet objective

Our expert litigators have shown enviable track record successfully resolved slip fall cases over years At Carlson Bier promise commitment towards comprehensive legal support righteous advocacy unwavering dedication your cause Under our representation will believe force strength worry free allowing direct attention energy recovery restoration every day life.

We at Carlson Bier, invite you to leverage our vast experience in handling slip and fall instances as well as other personal injury claims. To determine the potential worth of your claim, please click on the button below. We assure you that our team of proficient attorneys won’t evade any tough fights or fail to uncover even the minutest details which could enhance your reward payout significantly. Seeking justice doesn’t mean reinventing the wheel; it means letting experts assist you in regaining stability after a jarring unfortunate event. Contact us today – because you matter.

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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 Hillside

Cycling Mishaps

Dedicated to legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others' indifference or perilous conditions.

Burn Damages

Supplying professional legal help for people of major burn injuries caused by incidents or misconduct.

Healthcare Incompetence

Delivering professional legal representation for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Merchandise Fault

Taking on cases involving problematic products, offering specialist legal services to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Neglect

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

Trip & Stumble Occurrences

Professional in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking redress for their losses.

Childbirth Traumas

Supplying legal help for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Crashes

Incidents: Concentrated on helping clients of car accidents receive appropriate recompense for wounds and harm.

Bike Incidents

Committed to providing legal advice for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Truck Crash

Delivering adept legal support for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for hurts.

Worksite Crashes

Concentrated on representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Cerebral Injuries

Expert in offering professional legal representation for individuals suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Injuries

Adept at handling cases for people who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Incidents

Focused on legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Fatality

Fighting for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and skilled legal services to ensure restitution.

Backbone Damage

Committed to advocating for clients with spinal cord injuries, offering compassionate legal assistance to secure settlement.

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