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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the fast-paced, high-risk world of construction work in Ina, accidents can transpire unexpectedly and have far-reaching consequences. Carlson Bier’s distinguished cohort of Construction Site Accident attorneys are seasoned professionals dedicated to championing for maximum compensation on behalf of victims. Appointed as trusted advocates, our knowledge extends beyond mere legal theory – it stretches into real-world expertise on physics of accidents and safety implementation standards at construction sites. Engendered by this professional legacy is a collaborative approach where each case garners attention akin to a multi-layer expedited review process enabling higher success rates in securing deserved compensations. Consequently, your journey towards justice is not travelled alone but with solid backing from deeply committed lawyers familiar with Southern Illinois legal stipulations crucial to your specific case scenario. When pursuing accountability from all responsible parties following an accident strikes challenging or elusive odds against you anywhere including Ina, Illinois; placing confidence in Carlson Bier yields resilient support illuminating paths leading towards recovery both financially and health-wise alike!

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Ina Illinois

Founded in the heart of Illinois, Carlson Bier Associates is a premier law firm specializing in personal injury litigation. We are relentless advocacy and tireless legal representation only serve to underscore our deep-seated commitment to justice, particularly for victims of unfortunate construction site accidents. Our attorneys ostensibly understand that construction work can be perilous — replete with life-altering risks every day. Thus, it’s essential for workers and their families to know their rights when these unanticipated incidents transpire.

Construction site accidents can range from minor injuries to devastating events that result in serious impairment or even loss of life. Exposed wires, falling debris, faulty machinery– all are typical hazards found at a construction locale. Workers may also suffer an injury due to scaffoldings failing or encountering dangerous substances unknowingly. Add inadequate training or lackadaisical safety measures into the mix; fatal calamities could easily follow suit.

• Fact: In excluding road traffic accidents, one out of five global deaths occurs at a construction site.

• Tip: Safety regulations aren’t just mere guidelines; they’re enforced laws aimed at mitigating any potential harm.

The legal experts at Carlson Bier have years of amassed experience dealing specifically with construction accident cases. They utilize this expertise to dissect the intricacies surrounding each individual incident deftly; systematically determining who is responsible– be it your employer for neglecting worker safety protocols or third-party entities whose actions inadvertently culminated in your mishap.

It’s noteworthy that handling construction-related accident claims demands unique competencies beyond standard personal injury law norms due to its profound complexity. Your appointed attorney should grasp how different insurance policies might respond depending on whether you are deemed an employee or independent contractor on top of educating you about workers’ compensation rights and obligations.

Carrying forward our ethos rooted in transparency and trust – key elements we deem integral towards fostering long-lasting client relationships – below mentioned pointers help lay bare critical factors relating directly to personal injury claims:

• Importance: Openly sharing details about the injury sustained, pain and suffering, loss of earnings (present or future) could potentially impact your case’s final compensation estimation significantly.

• Key Focus: Keep in mind constructing a formidable claim aligns numerous variables – from selecting the right jurisdiction to cooperating with insurance companies in good faith.

The immediate aftermath of a construction accident is overwhelming; fraught with discomfort and uncertainty. This is where our commitment to you comes into play – seamlessly navigating through legal challenges while ensuring you receive hospital treatment expenses, lost wage compensations, and more as swiftly as possible.

Established on these fundamental cores is Carlson Bier Associate’s credo; working tenaciously towards positive outcomes for those who place their trust in us amidst dismaying circumstances. Remember, acknowledging the need for proper legal support isn’t simply an act of desperation but a step taken towards embracing one’s rights fully– vis-à-vis securing just recompense for untoward physical, emotional turmoil endured.

Ultimately, we understand that no amount of financial restitution can truly compensate for any toll taken physically or emotionally. Nevertheless, having an experienced attorney passionately fighting for you every step of the way considerably improves chances at receiving due damages holistically encapsulating all intricate facets involved.

So don’t navigate this complicated path alone when expert guidance awaits! Click on the button below to find out how much your case may be worth and let our dedicated team at Carlson Bier Associates provide you with not merely a lawyer-client relationship but a partnership riveted firmly in compassion, empathy and triumphant hopefulness.

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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 Ina

Cycling Accidents

Proficient in legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's negligence or hazardous conditions.

Fire Traumas

Providing adept legal services for victims of serious burn injuries caused by events or indifference.

Clinical Negligence

Extending expert legal advice for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Accountability

Handling cases involving dangerous products, supplying specialist legal assistance to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Abuse

Representing the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring compensation.

Tumble and Trip Mishaps

Expert in addressing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking recovery for their losses.

Newborn Traumas

Supplying legal guidance for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Collisions: Devoted to helping victims of car accidents gain reasonable payout for damages and impairment.

Motorbike Collisions

Dedicated to providing legal advice for individuals involved in bike accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

Big Rig Incident

Delivering expert legal representation for persons involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for hurts.

Worksite Incidents

Focused on supporting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or irresponsibility.

Neurological Injuries

Dedicated to providing dedicated legal representation for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Injuries

Proficient in handling cases for victims who have suffered wounds from dog bites or animal assaults.

Jogger Accidents

Specializing in legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Wrongful Loss

Advocating for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and expert legal assistance to ensure fairness.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Specializing in assisting individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal support to secure justice.

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