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About Carlson Bier Associates

With a reputation for fierce, knowledgeable representation, Carlson Bier is the go-to choice when seeking legal counsel after a pedestrian accident. Our Illinois-based team of skilled attorneys has an enviable track record in representing victims of such incidents effectively. Amongst their many areas of expertise lies the intricacies surrounding pedestrian accidents. Equipped with decades-long experience and unparalleled tenacity, they tirelessly champion your rights to secure you the compensation you rightfully deserve.

Even though each city possesses its unique law procedures, our competent lawyers have notably navigated through numerous complex cases related to Lake View’s civil litigation system efficiently. Ensuring justice is delivered notwithstanding location-specific legal nuances shows Carlson Bier’s commitment to advocating for clients beyond geographic bounds.

When dealing with the aftermaths of pedestrian accidents, trust us at Carlson Bier – we understand your pain; it’s not just about settlement— It’s about securing peace of mind and restoring normality in life during these trying times! Let excellence interwoven with empathy guide your fight for justice- Trusting Carlson Bier means trusting relentless pursuit!

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Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Lake View Illinois

Navigating the aftermath of a pedestrian accident can be overwhelming. Legal processes may seem daunting, not to mention coping with injuries and emotional stress involved. Fortunately, at Carlson Bier, we epitomize aggressive advocacy and compassionate counsel for pedestrian-accident-afflicted individuals in Illinois.

Pedestrian accidents often result from vehicular negligence, impaired or distracted driving, pedestrians not utilizing crosswalks properly or when drivers ignore right of way rules at intersections. The severity of these accidents can vary but often involve traumatic brain injury, spinal cord damage, fractures among others—serious impacts that need considerable medical attention.

Possessing an in-depth comprehension of Illinois’s laws concerning pedestrian rights is crucial. To illustrate:

• Pedestrians typically have the right-of-way at all uncontrolled intersections and crosswalks.

• Vehicles should stop for pedestrians crossing within marked or unmarked crosswalks.

• Drivers must yield to pedestrians when making turns during a green light or green arrow signal.

• It’s mandatory for vehicles to stop for school children crossing roads where indicated by signage.

At Carlson Bier, we leverage an unparalleled understanding of these laws to build a robust case strategy tailored towards securing substantial compensation effectively and expediently.

The amount recoverable after such incidents depends on specific variables like actual monetary losses (medical expenses), intangible damages (pain and suffering) —possible future financial burdens also play into settlements. One unique aspect of Illinois law is comparative fault—a standard that reduces your reward by whatever percentage you are found at fault; another reason why having experienced legal representation helps ensure maximum recovery.

Trust is paramount while choosing legal representation—to further engender this trust; here’s our modus operandi:

1. Free Case Evaluation—an upfront assessment helping us understand your situation better so that you can make informed decisions moving forward

2. Representation on Contingency Basis—we believe in earning our fees only when we successfully resolve your claim

3. Detailed Investigation—we meticulously comb over every detail related to your case, collating all necessary evidence

4. Resolute Representation—we negotiate with insurance companies on your behalf doggedly, ensuring they play fair and you receive a substantial settlement

While dealing with pedestrian-accident-induced trauma, individuals tend to overlook their entitlements or get cowed down by insurance companies pressuring them into accepting less-than-fair settlements. This is where Carlson Bier steps in—we prioritize your interests above everything else and remain undeterred in our commitment towards helping you reclaim control of your life.

It’s essential to act quickly following a pedestrian accident—not just for medical treatment but also for complying with Illinois law that stipulates a two-year statute of limitations on personal injury cases originating from such incidents.

We are proud members of the Illinois community and provide this legal service throughout the region—keeping complex bureaucracy at bay while ushering clarity, confidence, and closure to distressed victims of pedestrian accidents—the success stories we’ve created so far stand testament to this endeavor.

There may be several questions clouding your mind now: Who pays my medical bills? How does financial recovery work after an accident? What should I do next? Our comprehensive understanding of the entire legal landscape assures each query will not go unanswered nor any concern unaddressed.

Why choose us? We exert peerless tenacity in advocating for just compensation while fostering an environment where compassion meets zealous representation—you are not just another number here; we pride ourselves on treating every client as part of our family!

Ensuring adequate restitution after a shocking occurrence equips survivors with resources required for healing and adjustments—a necessity easily overlooked amidst ongoing tumult. Don’t let doubts paralyze decision-making; schedule a free consultation at Carlson Bier for assurance fortified by action—you deserve nothing less than maximum damage restoration. Unburden yourself from weighty paperwork and cumbersome litigation proceedings; allow stellar expertise amassed over years of relentless dedication handle your claim.

Take the first step towards regaining control today—the future may seem hazy, but with us in your corner, a path to brighter, more assured days isn’t afar. Evaluated meticulously by industry professionals and applauded generously by satisfied clients—we bring an irresistible blend of profound knowledge and fierce representation to the table.

Click on the button below for an immediate case evaluation—you might be surprised at what you’d find about how much your case is worth! You’ve braved through enough already; let us take it from here—making paths smoother, solutions sweeter, and justice swifter. Witness resilience in action as we navigate post-accident intricacies together because at Carlson Bier, we believe in transforming trials into triumphs—one client at a time.

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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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Pedal Cycle Crashes

Expert in legal advocacy for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Flame Burns

Supplying specialist legal support for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Hospital Negligence

Providing experienced legal support for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Accountability

Managing cases involving faulty products, offering specialist legal assistance to clients affected by faulty goods.

Aged Mistreatment

Supporting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring justice.

Trip & Fall Injuries

Professional in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking restitution for their harm.

Newborn Wounds

Offering legal guidance for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Crashes

Crashes: Focused on supporting victims of car accidents get just settlement for damages and destruction.

Motorcycle Incidents

Expert in providing legal advice for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring fair compensation for injuries.

Semi Mishap

Providing adept legal representation for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for harms.

Building Incidents

Focused on supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Cerebral Impairments

Focused on ensuring expert legal services for clients suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Injuries

Adept at dealing with cases for clients who have suffered damages from dog attacks or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Crashes

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

Unwarranted Demise

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and skilled legal guidance to ensure redress.

Vertebral Damage

Focused on advocating for individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal guidance to secure settlement.

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