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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’re seeking exceptional advocacy after a car accident in Johnston City, look no further than Carlson Bier. As excellent personal injury attorneys, we are committed to ensuring your needs are met swiftly and efficiently. Accidents can happen unexpectedly, causing immense physical and emotional trauma; that’s why our dedicated team steps in to simplify legal hurdles for you. Our firm has an admirable record of achieving favorable settlements or verdicts with vast knowledge of Illinois law regarding automobile accidents. At Carlson Bier, we don’t merely represent clients – we build strong alliances throughout the process while tirelessly working towards getting maximum compensation for lost wages, medical expenses etc., providing compassionate guidance along the way so you can focus solely on recovery. Trust us to bring lighting-speed response combined with unrivaled expertise right at your doorstep even though it’s miles away from our base location! For superior representation following car accidents in Johnston City – simply think Carlson Bier.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Johnston City Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the traumatic experience that a car accident can result in – both physical and emotional. We are your committed personal injury attorneys based right here in Illinois, specializing in effectively representing clients who have been involved in car accidents due to various reasons such as drunk driving, speeding, recklessness or distracted driving.

Car accidents can turn your life upside down; they often lead to devastating injuries, significant property damage, insurmountable medical bills and psychological distress. Our team of highly skilled attorneys works diligently to navigate through these complexities on your behalf, relentlessly pursuing justice and maximum compensation for you.

We believe that knowledge is power; therefore we provide extensive information about car accidents for our clients: understanding the numerous causes of car accidents is key to presenting a strong case against liable parties. The startling frequency of auto collisions caused by negligent drivers underlines how crucial our services are to ensuring you receive adequate recompense for your pain and suffering.

Some noteworthy points regarding car accident cases include:

– A thorough investigation into the cause(s) of the accident

– Involvement of insurance companies

– Complex claiming process entailing detailed paperwork

– Stringent adherence to statutes and other related laws

Our approach as legal partners at Carlson Bier goes beyond merely getting you damages for immediate concerns such as vehicle repairs or hospital bills; it encompasses long-term aspects including loss of future earnings due to disability resulting from an accident. Remember also that personal injury claims have time limits—known as “statutes of limitations”—that dictate how soon after an accident you must file a lawsuit.

Navigating this path should not be done alone; having competent representation throughout this period means countering whatever tactics insurance adjusters use while trying their best not to pay victims their rightfully deserved compensation. This is where our combined years of expertise step in.

Understanding what defines negligence – the main contributing factor behind most automobile accidents necessitates comprehensive legal acumen. Furthermore, deciphering the role of both contributory and comparative negligence in tort laws is crucial to winning personal injury cases related to car accidents. At Carlson Bier, we have an acute understanding of these intricate legal issues which offer us a distinct edge when it comes to representing our clients.

In addition to drivers’ liability for accidents because of their reckless behavior such as drunk or distracted driving, our team’s proficiencies extend to other areas like product liability – where faulty auto components are involved. We competently handle all areas involved in personal injury ensuring you get maximum compensation.

At the heart of everything we do at Carlson Bier is a commitment to your well-being—whether it’s winning lawsuits causing a ripple effect on road safety measures or going above and beyond to secure the financial future for accident victims and their families. Despite not having a physical presence outside Illinois, our radius extends in spirit through every case we undertake, ensuring that justice knows no borders.

While reading this information forms part of empowering yourself towards recovery after a car accident—action is what makes true empowerment possible. Why take on this burden alone? Let us carry it with you: shoulder-to-shoulder –until recompense arrives at your doorstep fully justified for any pain you’ve endured physically, mentally and financially.

Gravitate below now by clicking on the accompanying button—to find out precisely how much your case could be worth—and take that invaluable step towards securing your rightful compensation today—with Carlson Bier, leading personal injury attorneys catering sublimely right here from Illinois!

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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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Car Accident FAQ​

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 Johnston City

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Dedicated to legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' indifference or perilous conditions.

Burn Wounds

Supplying specialist legal support for victims of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Physician Incompetence

Providing dedicated legal representation for clients affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Merchandise Obligation

Taking on cases involving faulty products, delivering professional legal services to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Neglect

Supporting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Fall & Stumble Accidents

Specialist in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking compensation for their harm.

Childbirth Damages

Delivering legal aid for households affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Mishaps: Devoted to helping patients of car accidents obtain just settlement for hurts and destruction.

Scooter Incidents

Committed to providing legal advice for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

Truck Crash

Ensuring professional legal advice for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for losses.

Worksite Incidents

Concentrated on representing workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or recklessness.

Cognitive Traumas

Focused on offering dedicated legal advice for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Traumas

Expertise in dealing with cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from dog bites or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Accidents

Committed to legal support for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Unwarranted Loss

Striving for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering empathetic and adept legal representation to ensure restitution.

Backbone Damage

Dedicated to defending persons with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure compensation.

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