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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’re a pedestrian victim of an accident in Kirkwood, it’s crucial to choose the right legal representation. At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury cases and have significant expertise handling Pedestrian Accident cases. When dealing with such stressful situations, having quality legal support is indispensable for recovering due damages and achieving peace of mind. Our team provides compassionate client care alongside aggressive advocacy on your behalf to constructs strong case strategies that pursue optimal outcomes.

Backed by decades of experience and employing tailored methodologies adapted to each unique circumstance, our approach has consistently resulted in favorable resolutions for our clients. We adhere strictly to ethical standards while leveraging incisive knowledge of Illinois law ensuring your confidence at every stage.

What distinguishes us further from other entities is not just our track record but also our commitment towards quick consultations – understanding the urgency these matters demand.

When navigating through complex trajectories following a pedestrian accident— trust Carlson Bier. We possess the requisite skill set combined with deep-rooted dedication which makes us eminently qualified as your go-to choice! Remember: Your future depends on who represents you – Opt for distinctive excellence; Choose Carlson Bier!

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Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Kirkwood Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we possess a significant understanding of personal injury law that extends to handling complex pedestrian accident cases. As dedicated professionals based in Illinois, our team combines skill, commitment, and expertise to deliver the best possible outcomes for you—if ever you find yourself or your loved ones at the receiving end of such unfortunate incidents.

Pedestrian accidents can often result in devastating consequences including severe injuries and even fatalities. A thorough comprehension is integral to establishing the gravity of these instances and how they can profoundly impact lives. Primarily, the onus lies on drivers to respect and uphold road safety rules – especially those regarding pedestrians’ rights and safety zones like crosswalks.

Witnessing an escalating pattern of negligence being displayed by many drivers includes:

• Failure to give way at crosswalks

• Reckless speeding

• Distracted driving due to cellphone use or intoxication

• Not stopping at red lights or stop signs

Such behaviors often pave the path towards life-threatening pedestrian accidents: circumstances no one should have to endure. Subsequently emphasizing why having someone represent your interests becomes crucial.

Through years spent operating as steadfast advocates for our clients’ rights, we’ve carved an honorable reputation within Illinois’s legal sphere at Carlson Bier. Recognizing that each case bears unique characteristics, our tailored approach ensures every client receives undivided attention from initial consultation right through resolution.

Procuring just compensation for medical bills, lost wages, rehabilitation services, emotional distress—not dismissing potential future expenses arising from any sustained injuries—is pivotal to helping affected individuals regain control over their disrupted lives. This translates into ensuring responsible parties are held accountable—a principle we believe dwells deep within justice’s core essence.

Our firm’s expertly versed legal aides would meticulously examine all contributing factors—deploy sophisticated techniques thereby formulating robust arguments; geared exclusively towards championing your cause amidst stringent courtroom scrutiny or thorny settlement negotiations—all whilst ensuring adherence to Illinois state-mandated personal injury laws.

As a constituent of your broader community, Carlson Bier stands fervently committed to upholding the rights and safety of pedestrians across Illinois. We believe that education serves as an invaluable tool in cultivating prevention against similar future instances—from understanding legal responsibilities to ensuring shared roads’ safe use.

We encourage you to delve deeper—browse through our available resources—and comprehend better pedestrian accident statistics, preventive measures, potential injuries stemming from such incidents; further offering insights into how to navigate post-accident procedures—be it insurance claims filing, seeking necessary medical attention, or perhaps even pursuing rightful compensation for inflicted emotional trauma.

No one anticipates falling victim to a pedestrian accident and when faced with such an unforeseen incident, knowing what steps should follow can provide vital guidance amidst chaos-tinged moments. Being adequately informed also conveys strengthening oneself—a stance poised halfway towards triumph in life’s unexpected battles.

So take advantage of the expert advice we’ve stored away within these pages written not merely riddled with complex legal jargon but simplified by design – meant explicitly for ordinary readers like you striving for comprehensive understanding on serious matters requiring diligent conveyance.

Our dedication doesn’t cease merely at delivering sterling legal services—the professionals at Carlson Bier strive perpetually towards aiding fellow citizens journeying back onto life’s well-deserved smooth sail following an unfortunate speed bump along their course. So don’t hesitant anymore! Embark upon this information ride equipped with us—you’re never alone!

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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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Areas of Practice in Kirkwood

Pedal Cycle Mishaps

Focused on legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Scald Wounds

Providing skilled legal assistance for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Physician Malpractice

Delivering professional legal advice for victims affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Items Liability

Handling cases involving dangerous products, supplying professional legal guidance to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Malpractice

Defending the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring fairness.

Stumble & Tumble Incidents

Expert in managing trip accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking redress for their damages.

Infant Harms

Offering legal assistance for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Collisions

Incidents: Devoted to supporting sufferers of car accidents gain equitable payout for hurts and harm.

Motorcycle Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal services for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Semi Mishap

Extending expert legal support for drivers involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing rightful recompense for hurts.

Construction Incidents

Committed to representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Cognitive Injuries

Expert in extending professional legal services for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Injuries

Skilled in dealing with cases for clients who have suffered traumas from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Accidents

Specializing in legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Wrongful Loss

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, supplying understanding and professional legal guidance to ensure justice.

Spine Injury

Focused on defending victims with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal services to secure redress.

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