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About Carlson Bier Associates

When accidents occur at construction sites in Jacksonville, the expert attorneys at Carlson Bier are prepared to fight for you. With a rich background in personal injury law, particularly focused on Construction Site Accident cases, our firm excels at holding negligent parties accountable and securing maximum compensation for our clients. Because construction accidents can result in catastrophic injuries or even fatalities, having a strong legal ally like Carlson Bier is crucial during these challenging times. Our diligent team tirelessly investigates each case to reveal liable parties while ensuring all your rights under Illinois law are well defended throughout the process. At Carlson Bier we believe that every client deserves personalized attention; addressing individual needs and strategizing unique ways towards obtaining justice as effectively as possible. Despite being many miles away from Jacksonville physically, no distance can limit us from delivering top-tier legal services remotely and efficiently fighting against any adverse circumstances that accompany your situation.Accidents don’t pause- hence neither do we! Choose Carlson Bier when what matters most is results paired with unfaltering dedication.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Jacksonville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are well-seasoned personal injury attorneys specializing in a wide range of areas, one of which includes construction site accidents. As the pillars of industrial projects, construction sites can sometimes transform into scenes of devastation due to equipment malfunctions, disregard for safety norms or simply unforeseen circumstances. While these mishaps could lead to property damage at the very least, in more severe scenarios they result in significant physical injuries or worse.

Unfortunately, falling victim to such incidents often leaves individuals stunned and vulnerable – unsure about impending legalities or their right to compensation, if any. This is where Carlson Bier steps in as your guiding beacon through this strenuous ordeal.

Our primary objective revolves around ensuring that victims of construction site accidents are aware and resiliently exercise their right to claim compensation commensurate with their sufferings. We craft an indomitable legal strategy taking into account the various factors contributing to the incident- employer negligence, violation of safety codes or faulty equipment among others.

Here’s what you should know:

• Timely Reporting: It’s critical that you report such incidents promptly; delays may prejudice your case.

• Documentation: You need proper documentation; having tangible evidence like medical reports and pictures from the accident scene can significantly strengthen your case.

• State laws: Different jurisdictions have diverse laws governing workplace accidents. Understanding Illinois law regarding this is crucial as it mandates how much compensation one can claim.

• Attaining competent representation: Finally yet importantly, consider seeking expert legal advice – knowledgeable guidance like ours goes a long way!

From helping you understand specific legislative procedures attached to filing claims for construction site accidents under Illinois law,to representing you staunchly throughout your legal battle – Carlson Bier ensures end-to-end coverage

When you choose us at Carlson Bier , rest assured knowing that our years of rich experience reflected through countless successful cases will be put completely towards securing justice on your behalf! Alongside exploring every viable strategy under the purview of Illinois law, we also offer free consultations. This ensures that potential clients can gauge our competence and commitment towards resolving their ordeal without having to make an immediate financial commitment.

Your involvement remains integral throughout, wherein you are kept informed about all developments pertaining to your case. We believe in transparency above everything else – a successful attorney-client relationship is built on trust and we strive hard to maintain it.

Remember – while accidents cannot be foreseen, how one chooses to respond following such occurrences certainly plays a pivotal role. With the right knowledge and robust representation like Carlson Bier by your side, you can assertively navigate this arduous trial and yes, even demand deserved redress for your sufferings!

With safety being a shared responsibility across numerous parties involved during any construction project – from the employer prioritizing worker’s well-being over economic gain,to each individual worker adhering stringently to prescribed norms; an accident points towards lapse at some level or the other.

As arduous as these circumstances might seem presently, remember there is always light at the end of the tunnel! All it takes sometimes is recognizing this fact as also realizing that there exist seasoned professionals dedicatedly working towards ensuring this very resolve for many like yourself

Do you believe you have been wronged, unjustly bearing physical agony and mental distress alone? You don’t need to anymore! If clicking on the button below could potentially unlock the true worth of your case then why hesitate? Knowledge will empower you – both with coping with today’s anguish better and possibly preparing for tomorrow stronger. Your journey towards justice begins here- so let’s commence exploring possibilities together now!

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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 Jacksonville

Cycling Accidents

Focused on legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others' recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Flame Burns

Supplying expert legal assistance for people of grave burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Hospital Malpractice

Offering expert legal assistance for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Obligation

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, delivering expert legal assistance to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Malpractice

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Fall and Slip Accidents

Professional in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking compensation for their suffering.

Neonatal Injuries

Offering legal guidance for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Mishaps

Collisions: Committed to aiding victims of car accidents receive fair settlement for wounds and harm.

Scooter Collisions

Committed to providing legal advice for victims involved in scooter accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Truck Incident

Extending expert legal support for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for hurts.

Construction Incidents

Concentrated on assisting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or misconduct.

Brain Damages

Focused on ensuring specialized legal support for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Harms

Expertise in addressing cases for individuals who have suffered wounds from dog bites or animal assaults.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Focused on legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering damages.

Wrongful Passing

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, extending caring and skilled legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Injury

Dedicated to supporting clients with backbone trauma, offering specialized legal guidance to secure settlement.

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