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About Carlson Bier Associates

Experiencing a car accident can be distressing; the aftermath, even more so. Thankfully, Carlson Bier is here for you during those chaotic times. As esteemed personal injury attorneys, we specialize in car accident cases with unmatched diligence and excellence right in Jerseyville’s jurisdiction. Our team vigilantly fights for your rights to ensure that justice is served appropriately every time. With years of experience on our side, we understand the intricacies involved within this area of law and overcome obstacles creatively to yield successful outcomes. We believe in transparency throughout legal processes and reinforce effective communication channels to make navigating through these complex issues smoother for you—our highly-valued client! Carlson Bier takes pride in a well-earned reputation built on decades of success stories bred from knowledgeability and tenacious representation at all stages of litigation – where turmoil turns into triumphs with us by your side.Our commitment remains steadfast: providing steadfast representation tailored specifically toward seeking compensation rightfully owed following an unfortunate vehicular mishap.You don’t just need any attorney—you deserve one from Carlson Bier.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Jerseyville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, you aren’t just another case number; you’re a fellow community member seeking justice. As a distinguished Illinois-based personal injury law firm specializing in car accidents, we are here to provide insight, guidance, and effective representation every step of the way. Understanding what encompasses an auto accident claim can be complex – but fear not! Our seasoned team is dedicated to making the labyrinthine legal process accessible to everyone.

Car accidents pose one of the largest liabilities in our modern world. An unfortunate reality we often encounter involves good folks involved in unfortunate incidents through no fault of their own, causing significant distress and upheaval to their lives. In these circumstances, asserting your rights should not be a daunting task – especially with experienced advocates like us standing by your side.

To better understand what ensues after such instances, consider these key aspects about car accident lawsuits:

– Determination of Fault: This establishes who was responsible for the incident. Comparative negligence rules apply in Illinois allowing courts to allot responsibility proportionally based on each party’s degree of fault.

– Documentation: Extensive proof such as police reports, medical records, and witness statements come into play due to their importance towards validating claims.

– Personal Injury Claim Process: From notifying respective parties about the intent to file a lawsuit to negotiation stages with attorneys or insurance providers – this procedure can get intricate.

– Damages: It covers both economic (quantifiable losses like medical bills) and non-economic damages (pain & suffering).

Yet finding oneself amidst this quagmire doesn’t demand resignation; it calls for strategy! And that’s where we – at Carlson Bier – shine. With years of dedicated practice within personal injury law realm specifically focusing on car accidents – we strategically analyze your situation following an exhaustive fact-finding process thereby filing potent claims maximizing your potential compensation.

Now let’s address Timing – one more critical factor tied closely with successfully pursuing car accident cases which encompasses two critical deadlines:

– Statute of Limitations: Personal injury cases in Illinois needs to be initiated within 2 years of the accident. Bypassing this could deem potential claims invalid.

– Prompt Reporting: Rapid lodging of your incident with relevant authorities and insurance agencies aids claim legitimacy.

We understand, timing can be daunting particularly when you need to focus on recovery.

So where does that leave you? Carlson Bier serves as a solid wall between worry and justice – meticulously handling every aspect around car accidents while upholding commendable ethical standards. Protecting our clients’ rights, aiding them from the moment they walk through our doors till we see their compensation secured is what allows us to proudly tout successes in courtrooms throughout Illinois.

You are not alone! Our commitment towards making sure you’re informed, empowered, and appropriately represented renders navigating these difficult times more straightforward. Click on the button below for an evaluation of your case worth – We are here to provide the sturdy support required to bring stability back into your disrupted life.

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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 Jerseyville

Cycling Collisions

Specializing in legal support for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' recklessness or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Extending specialist legal advice for people of major burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Hospital Negligence

Providing experienced legal representation for clients affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Obligation

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, supplying adept legal guidance to victims affected by defective items.

Senior Mistreatment

Protecting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to neglect in senior centers environments, ensuring fairness.

Fall and Slip Mishaps

Specialist in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to individuals seeking justice for their losses.

Childbirth Wounds

Providing legal assistance for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Crashes: Committed to aiding patients of car accidents gain just compensation for injuries and harm.

Bike Incidents

Committed to providing representation for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

Semi Crash

Providing expert legal assistance for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for damages.

Building Site Incidents

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

Cerebral Injuries

Focused on ensuring professional legal assistance for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Injuries

Adept at tackling cases for clients who have suffered wounds from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Jogger Crashes

Dedicated to legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Unjust Fatality

Working for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and skilled legal services to ensure redress.

Vertebral Trauma

Focused on supporting victims with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal support to secure settlement.

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