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If you or a loved one find yourself involved in an unfortunate car accident in La Grange, your first line of action should be to contact Carlson Bier. As esteemed personal injury lawyers, we specialize in handling car accidents claims and ensuring our clients are adequately compensated for their damages. Our vast experience and deep understanding of Illinois law makes us more than equipped to fight diligently on your behalf. We are committed to advocating for the rights of victims who have suffered due to negligence or recklessness on the roadways. At Carlson Bier, we prioritize our clients’ interests above all else–that is why we go beyond ordinary means to ensure a favorable result is obtained swiftly with minimum discomforts caused by legal intricacies. With comprehensive services that encompass everything from case assessment through litigation against responsible parties, let’s prevent further strain by successfully navigating the aftermath together at Carlson Bier—your best consideration after experiencing a car accident around La Grange.

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Car Accidents Lawyers in La Grange Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the emotional and physical toll a car accident can take on your life. As personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, our experienced team is committed to providing you with the highest quality legal advice tailored to your unique circumstances. Our dedication extends beyond simply pursuing compensation on your behalf; we aim to equip you with vital knowledge concerning car accidents in order for you to make informed decisions about your case.

Car accidents involve numerous complexities that may be overwhelming if tackled alone. Thus, understanding essential facts about car crashes can significantly enhance one’s ability to successfully navigate through their case. Firstly, a primary factor that shapes an accident claim’s outcome is determining fault. In Illinois, this typically works under the modified comparative negligence rule wherein one must be less than 50% at fault for being eligible for damages recovery.

Secondly, another crucial aspect includes understanding the types of damages covered under personal injury claims associated with car accidents namely medical expenses, loss of income due to missed workdays and property damage amongst others. Also noteworthy, is the statute of limitations in Illinois which places a two-year deadline from the date when an injury was discovered or should have been reasonably discovered to commence a personal injury lawsuit.

Finally yet importantly, it’s pivotal that irrespective of how straightforward or complex; minor or major; your accident might seem initially – securing seasoned legal representation swiftly sets up an effective defense against any unjust accusations and also aids in obtaining rightful compensation in a timely manner. Auto accidents cases often demand comprehensive investigations involving collecting hard evidence alongside professional consultations pertaining but not limited to: doctors’ examinations records, police reports review and eyewitness testimonies.

Our team at Carlson Bier brings forth decades worth of experience dealing with all sorts of automobile-related incidents ranging from fender-benders down neighborhood streets right up until multi-car catastrophes occurring across highways dotted around Chicago metropolitan area resonating our efficiency navigating complicated policy pairs whilst negotiating fiercely ensuring you get every penny you are entitled.

However, it’s important to remember that every case is different and unique. Our firm believes empathetically in recognizing your individual needs whilst standing by your side each step of the way; fortifying our commitment toward striving for justice on your behalf while recovering the most favorable judgment or settlement possible under Illinois Law without adding any strain onto already nerve-racking ordeal by keeping our services purely contingent-based with no upfront fees or costs until we secure a victory.

In short, seeking legal assistance post a car accident doesn’t merely translate into teaming up with lawyers commanding an intimate comprehension of tort laws alongside boasting stellar track records but going beyond – fostering relationships involving respect founded upon pillars of transparency, reliability and integrity here at Carlson Bier. Therefore, why wait? Evaluate what your case is worth right now; simply click the button below and allow us to assist you in reclaiming control over your life following such disquieting disruption marked as car accidents.

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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 La Grange

Pedal Cycle Incidents

Dedicated to legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others' carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Burn Damages

Supplying skilled legal support for patients of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Clinical Incompetence

Ensuring dedicated legal advice for patients affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Goods Accountability

Handling cases involving faulty products, providing professional legal services to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Neglect

Defending the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to neglect in senior centers environments, ensuring justice.

Fall & Tumble Occurrences

Professional in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to victims seeking recovery for their harm.

Birth Harms

Delivering legal assistance for families affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Motor Crashes

Incidents: Dedicated to supporting clients of car accidents get reasonable payout for injuries and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Specializing in providing representation for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for harm.

Big Rig Mishap

Providing specialist legal support for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for hurts.

Construction Crashes

Focused on representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Neurological Impairments

Dedicated to ensuring specialized legal advice for patients suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Bite Injuries

Adept at addressing cases for persons who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Crashes

Dedicated to legal services for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Wrongful Fatality

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, supplying understanding and experienced legal support to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Harm

Expert in assisting patients with paralysis, offering compassionate legal assistance to secure recovery.

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