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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’re in LaGrange and have experienced a slip and fall accident, Carlson Bier is your most reliable legal ally to help overcome the challenges ahead. Our team of highly skilled attorneys are dedicated to handling personal injury cases, specifically slip and fall accidents. We understand how these unfortunate incidents can impact your life – from pain and suffering to financial burden arising from medical bills. That’s why we strive tirelessly providing high-quality legal services that encompass both support and aggressive representation tailored towards obtaining maximum compensation for our clients’ damages. Clients rank Carlson Bier as their top choice because of our proven track record, continuous dedication, clear communication channels throughout the entire process coupled with compassionate service equally given no matter what size or nature of case it may be.

As an Illinois-based firm; our commitment isn’t confined by geographical boundaries but extends serving individuals across various cities including LaGrange who need justice served best!

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in LaGrange Illinois

At the distinguished law firm of Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury cases, particularly Slip and Fall Accidents. As leading attorneys based out of Illinois in this field, our expertise is deeply rooted in understanding every nuance associated with these incidents. We aim to shed light on both the legal aspects and consequences that often accompany such unfortunate events.

Slip and Fall Accidents are incidents that occur when an individual slips, trips or falls due to a hazardous condition on someone else’s property. They are classified under premises liability claims because they involve an accident occurring on a property owned or maintained by somebody else. The diverse nature of conditions can range from wet floors, poorly-lit areas, uneven surfaces or hidden obstacles—all potential grounds for asserting negligence of another party.

The process following a Slip and Fall Accident primarily involves three pivotal steps:

• Reporting the Incident: It is crucial to report the accident as soon as it occurs to facilitate optimal documentation and evidence—and thus increase chances for claim success.

• Seeking Medical Attention: If one sustains injuries—no matter how minor—it’s imperative to seek immediate medical attention post-incident, pointing out exactly what caused the accident.

• Consultation with a Personal Injury Attorney: Engaging with experienced lawyers enhances your case’s probability for compensation success

Navigating through the complexities of Slip and Fall Accidents requires extensive knowledge about laws like Comparative Negligence Rule and the Statute of Limitations. Here at Carlson Bier, we help unravel those intricacies – illustrating how Illinois law differentiates between accidents resulting purely from clumsiness versus true negligence derived slip-and-falls where faulty conditions have contributed significantly towards injuries sustained.

A central aspect surrounding these cases relates to proving Negligence—to which Illinois follows ‘Reasonable Care’ Standard requiring accused parties maintain their properties impeccably. However, also embodied within this policy lies recognizing Plaintiff’s responsibilities—meaning individuals should exercise reasonable care regarding personal safety.

It is indispensable to grasp that Illinois practices a Comparative Negligence System, allowing you to recover damages even if partially responsible—as long as your degree of fault doesn’t surpass that of other parties. However, compensation diminishes by this fraction.

Understanding the Statute of Limitations associated with Slip and Fall cases within Illinois is also paramount – enabling the pursuit of appropriate repercussions when such accidents occur. Emphasized under Illinois law, victims usually have a timeframe of two years following an accident for personal injury lawsuit filing – giving yet another reason why swift legal support becomes critical in such incidents.

Armed with these insights alongside our comprehensive understanding about Slip and Fall cases derived from representing numerous clients across Illinois—teams at Carlson Bier are expertly equipped to evaluate each individual case meticulously and strategize effective legal courses.

We encourage prospective clients harboring queries regarding their potential claims—particularly Slip and Fall Accidents—to interact closely with our perceptive team members who not only explain processes but can provide reliable estimates around probable claim worth. Our commitment extends beyond merely winning compensation—it embodiments educating our clients about each aspect helping them make informed decisions aligned best with their interests.

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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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Slip & Fall Accidents FAQ​

The most common causes of slip and fall accidents in Chicago include:

  • Wet or slippery floors: This could include spills, leaks, and snow and ice.
  • Uneven surfaces: This could include potholes, cracks in the pavement, and loose floorboards.
  • Poor lighting: This could make it difficult to see hazards on the ground.
  • Obstructions: This could include cords, boxes, and other objects that are in the way.

If you have a slip and fall 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.
  • Report the accident to the property owner or manager. This will create a record of the accident and help you build your case if you decide to file a lawsuit.
  • 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.
  • Contact a slip and fall accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a slip and fall 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 property owner or manager if you believe they were negligent in maintaining the property.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a slip and fall 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.

  • Loss of enjoyment of life: This includes compensation for the activities you can no longer enjoy as a result of your injuries.
  • Property damage: This includes the cost of repairing or replacing your belongings that were damaged in the accident.
  • Punitive damages: These damages are awarded to punish the defendant for egregious or reckless conduct.

The statute of limitations for slip and fall 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 LaGrange

Cycling Crashes

Dedicated to legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or risky conditions.

Burn Wounds

Extending adept legal support for individuals of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Hospital Incompetence

Providing expert legal advice for patients affected by healthcare malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Accountability

Taking on cases involving faulty products, extending professional legal support to consumers affected by harmful products.

Elder Abuse

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble & Slip Mishaps

Expert in tackling trip accident cases, providing legal representation to individuals seeking compensation for their losses.

Birth Damages

Extending legal support for families affected by medical malpractice resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Collisions

Crashes: Devoted to supporting patients of car accidents gain equitable remuneration for harms and damages.

Bike Crashes

Specializing in providing representation for individuals involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Truck Incident

Extending adept legal services for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for damages.

Building Site Collisions

Engaged in defending staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Head Injuries

Committed to extending compassionate legal support for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Traumas

Specialized in handling cases for victims who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Incidents

Committed to legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Unwarranted Loss

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and adept legal guidance to ensure restitution.

Spine Injury

Focused on advocating for persons with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal representation to secure recovery.

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