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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you’ve been involved in a car accident, the stress and chaos of the event can make it tough to think clearly about what steps to take next. In such uncertain moments, Carlson Bier is your ally, ensuring that you get rightful assistance legally. With impeccable understanding of automobile law complexities specific to Illinois state regulations, our team consistently delivers promising results for those embroiled in car mishaps case. While we recognize Kincaid’s distinctive local needs and apply our expertise accordingly, we proudly serve clients from all over Illinois with top-grade legal representation. It’s not just about winning cases; at Carlson Bier it’s also personal attention reflecting sincerity & dedication put into every claim leading towards optimal outcomes so required after unintended car turmoil. Surefooted in robust negotiation or litigations alike against insurance companies inclined on minimizing payouts – Carlson Bier shatters those unjust odds stacked against collision-struck individuals by guiding them through bewildering red-tape labyrinth whilst reassuring a streamlined journey towards justice and fair compensation.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Kincaid Illinois

At the law firm of Carlson Bier, we dedicate our practice to serving individuals who have fallen victim to personal injuries from car accidents. We understand how an auto accident can dramatically impact your life -physical injuries, medical expenses, emotional turmoil, and financial distress may all drain you or your loved one’s quality of life. As experienced personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, we are committed to guide you through such challenging times by safeguarding your legal rights.

In a fast-paced world where motor vehicle accidents occur daily with dire consequences, understanding what follows after a mishap is crucial:

• Immediate Medical Help: Your health should be your top priority. It is important not only for immediate treatment but also for medico-legal reasons.

• Report The Incident: Under Illinois law, if the accident leads to death an injury or property damage beyond $500, it must promptly be reported to the police.

• Gather Evidence: Photos or videos of the scene could immensely help in building up your case. This applies to both amicable settlements as well as litigations.

• Notify Insurance Company: Informing insurance agencies immediately after the accident will expedite claim processing.

• Consult A Personal Injury Attorney: Dealing with judicial spiels and procedures can be complex. Rely on experts like us at Carlson Bier who specialize in managing such scenarios effortlessly.

When parties involved don’t adhere strictly to these steps it increases potential risks while resolving claims. Claims may appear straightforward initially but might evolve into intricate legal disputes because there are numerous stakeholders involved – drivers’ liability insurances, passenger injury claims, non-motorist party claims such as pedestrians or bicyclists when they become victims etc.

The vast sea of this integral knowledge connected with road safety statistics (starkly high fatality rates), common causes (drunk driving, distractions on wheels), frequent types of Injuries encountered (Traumatic Brain Injuries aka TBI’s due their fatal potential), importance and methods to establish liability while demanding compensation – all can be confusing and complex for a victim. That is where our team steps into the picture.

Our personal injury attorneys elucidate these multifaceted concepts with plain-spoken language ensuring it resonates perfectly with your understanding. We also simplify legal technicalities that you might encounter in this journey, helping you gain clarity about your rights under Illinois law.

The compensation process evaluation meticulously considers several factors before deriving at fair claim settlements such as calculating general damages which are non-economic (pain & suffering, mental toll etc.), medical bills incurred or other expenses such as lost wages due to inability to work post-injury. Occasionally we find victims who have fallen prey to bad faith insurance practices too – wherein companies decline rightful claims simply because victims were uninformed of their own privileges!

At Carlson Bier, making informed and wise decisions based on accurate insights derived from prior litigations similar to yours remains our strongest suit. Our highly experienced team is ready empathetically to comprehend your situation; compile compelling evidence; negotiate tactfully with opposing parties thereby maximizing your entitled benefits within stipulated timelines.

In contrast to generic “one-size-fits-all solutions”, every victim’s story unique so the approach must carefully customize addressing targeted specifics methodically without losing sight of humane elements entwined through those nerve-wracking episodes.

As rightly quoted by Benjamin Franklin: “By failing to prepare…you are preparing fail.” Hence the right assistance is merely a click away! Your trust will always be held in high regard here at Carlson Bier.

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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 Kincaid

Pedal Cycle Incidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Burn Wounds

Extending expert legal support for people of major burn injuries caused by accidents or recklessness.

Hospital Negligence

Extending professional legal assistance for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Obligation

Taking on cases involving defective products, supplying skilled legal services to consumers affected by defective items.

Geriatric Neglect

Protecting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in aged care environments, ensuring protection.

Stumble & Slip Mishaps

Expert in tackling trip accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking redress for their harm.

Infant Damages

Extending legal assistance for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Incidents: Concentrated on supporting victims of car accidents obtain appropriate payout for hurts and destruction.

Motorbike Accidents

Dedicated to providing legal support for individuals involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring just recovery for losses.

Truck Collision

Ensuring specialist legal assistance for victims involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing appropriate settlement for losses.

Construction Site Collisions

Concentrated on advocating for staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or negligence.

Head Injuries

Committed to providing professional legal assistance for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Injuries

Specialized in handling cases for people who have suffered harms from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Jogger Accidents

Committed to legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Unfair Loss

Fighting for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering compassionate and professional legal support to ensure restitution.

Spine Damage

Dedicated to assisting patients with vertebral damage, offering professional legal support to secure compensation.

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