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With Carlson Bier, you’re choosing a wealth of legal expertise, especially in the realm of car accidents. Possessing a unique understanding of Illinois automobile laws and procedures, we comprehend the complex challenges our Hinsdale-based clients face during such critical times. Navigating through insurance claims to ensuring rightful compensation for damages or injuries sustained – we accomplish it all with precision! Our attorney group vigorously champion your rights while offering compassionate services designed around your specific needs and circumstances. By prioritizing direct client-attorney conversation over intermediaries, we maintain transparency throughout litigation processes for better case outcomes. At Carlson Bier, every person impacted by a car accident isn’t just another case; they are individuals that deserve dedicated advocacy from attorneys experienced in traffic law intricacies to secure maximum possible settlement. Hence whenever life throws an unexpected curve on Hinsdale’s roads – remember Carlson Bier is your quintessential partner committed towards restoring normalcy at the earliest with their superior representation skills rooted in decades-long experience and unyielding determination.

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Carlson Bier Associates: Your Essential Ally for Personal Injury Due to Car Accidents

Car accidents can change lives in an instant. Whether it’s a minor fender-bender or a devastating wreck, the consequences can be physically, emotionally, and financially overwhelming. At Carlson Bier Associates, we unequivocally understand how disorienting dealing with these aftermaths can be. As your trusted personal injury attorney group based in Illinois, we are committed to providing comprehensive legal assistance that brings justice to those affected by car accidents.

Detailed knowledge about car accidents is crucial in navigating through the legal process effectively and efficiently. Understanding key accident-related elements like driver responsibilities, collision types, and physical injuries will ultimately steer you towards making informed decisions on your pursuit of rightful claims:

• Driver Responsibilities: All motorists maintain an obligation towards safe driving practices such as attentiveness on the road, compliance with traffic rules, abiding by speed limits among others. Violations leading to accidents fall under negligent behavior which is ground enough to seek damages.

• Collision Types: Varying from rear-end collisions–the most common type–to head-on crashes or side-impact (“T-bone”) wrecks; different types impact liability determination.

• Physical Injuries: From minor bruises to catastrophic injuries that leave victims incapacitated – medical documentation gives credence to your personal injury claim. It substantiates the loss suffered due to another’s negligence.

An integral part of our practice at Carlson Bier is helping clients understand these facets pertinent to their case while incorporating personalized solutions into our robust legal framework. Our grasp of Illinois law combined with our unwavering dedication allows us not only represent but also empower you amidst trying times.

We leverage years of experience handling varied auto accident cases establishing liability against negligent parties involved in recklessness ranging from texting while driving incidents, reckless speeding fatalities down to drunk-driving infringements amongst others. This concrete expertise positions us uniquely as champions fighting for your rights with a comprehensive, yet easy-to-understand approach.

The Carlson Bier team specializes in retrieving maximum compensation on behalf of our clients. We’ve continuously delivered favorable settlements covering medical bills, rehabilitation costs, lost wages and other relevant financial burdens cast upon you due to another’s negligent act.

Moreover, we deem it immensely important for every individual grappling with car accident aftermaths to have untainted and direct access to reliable legal counsel. Affirming this belief, at Carlson Bier Associates we stand tall ensuring that we only charge fee when and if we win your case – an embodiment of true commitment towards obtaining justice for all.

We strive constantly to live up to the trust our diverse client spectrum places in us while maintaining a down-to-earth relationship which evokes confidence allied with empathy. Our primary goal is not just being your lawyers but advocates who crusade relentlessly securing a buoyant future free from the shadows of your painful past.

Taking the first step might seem daunting; however, always remember you are not alone on this journey. We wish you better days ahead without once sacrificing what rightfully belongs to you. By clicking on the button below, let’s find out together how much your case is worth – signifying the commencement of an unwavering league fighting for your favor under Illinois law – right here with Carlson Bier Associates.

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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 Hinsdale

Bicycle Mishaps

Specializing in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' lack of care or dangerous conditions.

Burn Traumas

Supplying professional legal help for victims of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or negligence.

Clinical Misconduct

Providing professional legal representation for victims affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Liability

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, providing specialist legal guidance to clients affected by defective items.

Elder Neglect

Supporting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Slip and Fall Injuries

Adept in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to victims seeking justice for their suffering.

Childbirth Damages

Supplying legal support for households affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Incidents: Committed to aiding victims of car accidents get appropriate settlement for damages and impairment.

Motorcycle Accidents

Dedicated to providing legal support for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for damages.

Trucking Mishap

Extending adept legal representation for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just recompense for losses.

Building Site Incidents

Committed to defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or carelessness.

Cognitive Damages

Dedicated to offering specialized legal representation for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Damages

Adept at handling cases for clients who have suffered damages from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Jogger Mishaps

Focused on legal representation for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering compensation.

Wrongful Passing

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and skilled legal assistance to ensure redress.

Neural Harm

Specializing in assisting clients with vertebral damage, offering professional legal guidance to secure settlement.

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