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About Carlson Bier Associates

When seeking legal representation after a Pedestrian Accident in Lakewood, Carlson Bier is the best consideration. With deep expertise in Personal Injury law, our firm excels at handling complex pedestrian accident cases offering compassionate yet aggressive advocacy for injured clients. Our specialized focus on these incidents distinguishes us from other groups and enables us to resolve claims more efficiently with maximum compensation.

Your well-being comes first at Carlson Bier; we fully understand that such accidents bring unexpected emotional and economic strains. We litigate tirelessly against any negligent actions causing harm ensuring justice isn’t just sought but served – reinforcing security upon Lakewood’s pathways.

Trustworthiness paired with consistent client satisfaction underscores why Carlson Bier holds an exceptional reputation within Illinois’ dynamic legal landscape. Despite being your representatives, we firmly believe in partnership: keeping you informed throughout proceedings highlighting transparency as a pillar of our service charter.

In times when uncertainties prevail, let steadfast assurance replace them by putting our proven record into action for you. Choose wisely; choose justice; choose Carlson Bier: foremost defenders of the paths taken everyday!

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Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Lakewood Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we value the safety of all Illinois citizens, particularly those who opt for sustainable and eco-friendly options such as walking. However, we recognize that accidents can occur any time, turning your routine stroll into an unfortunate pedestrian accident with potential lasting harm. Our proficient team of personal injury attorneys is committed to aiding victims of pedestrian-related injuries recover from emotional trauma and financial loss with comprehensive legal support.

Pedestrian accidents entail an array of issues ranging from minor scrapes or bruises to severe bone fractures or even wrongful death in extreme cases. These incidences are usually a result of distractions on the road like impacted sight due to weather conditions, evading traffic rules by the motorist or simple human error. Pedestrians suffering from these accidents are often catapulted into a world of uncertainty where they have to wage war against uncooperative insurance companies in addition to their physical recovery.

Education about pedestrian accidents helps you understand certain crucial aspects such as:

• Identifying liable parties: This includes errant drivers failing to yield right-of-way at crosswalks, cyclists ignoring signs and signals as well as other pedestrians responsible for accidents.

• Compensation possibilities: Medical bills and future treatments necessitated by chronic symptoms, lost wages due to inability to work during recovery period, and non-economic losses like emotional distress or pain caused by injuries qualify among compensations.

• Statute limitation periods: To obtain compensation needs timely initiation – learn how long you have under Illinois law after an accident occurs

• Know what evidence assists your claim: Witness statements, police reports and video footage can be valuable evidence when filing a case.

Recognizing how complex navigating through legal waters can be during this vulnerable time rests at the center of who we are at Carlson Bier. We believe that no one should have to face financial loss after becoming a victim of another person’s negligence while observing their rights as a pedestrian. This firm’s mission is powered not only by a deep understanding of Illinois law, but also dedication to providing unyielding support and guidance to our clients.

Additionally, Carlson Bier offers unmatched expertise on numerous types of cases within pedestrian accidents. Crossing outside the crosswalks or “jaywalking,” walking along highways as well as non-intersection accidents all comprise part of our extensive specialization. We understand that every accident comes with its unique set of scenarios and challenges which necessitates an individualized strategy for each case.

Our team works relentlessly in advocating for your rights while streamlining the process towards legal restoration. Years of professional experience have equipped us to interact skillfully with insurance companies so you do not have to endure additional stress dealing with them.

As numerous factors contribute towards establishing claims value, it can be difficult to self-evaluate how much your individual case may be worth. The differing circumstances: from nature and extent of injuries, duration spent in recovery and evidence collected at the scene, are all elements that influence this estimation.

To lift this burden off your shoulders and guide you through this meticulously intricate process, we invite you to take advantage of our firm’s complimentary evaluation service offered right here at Carlson Bier . Click on the button below now to kickstart a journey toward achieving rightful compensation for your case today!

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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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Cycling Crashes

Proficient in legal representation for people injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' carelessness or dangerous conditions.

Burn Traumas

Extending professional legal help for patients of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Healthcare Incompetence

Offering dedicated legal representation for persons affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Responsibility

Taking on cases involving defective products, delivering skilled legal services to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Abuse

Protecting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring justice.

Trip and Trip Injuries

Specialist in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking restitution for their suffering.

Newborn Harms

Providing legal assistance for families affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Crashes

Crashes: Devoted to assisting sufferers of car accidents obtain fair recompense for wounds and destruction.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Committed to providing legal assistance for riders involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Trucking Mishap

Offering specialist legal services for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for harms.

Construction Site Crashes

Concentrated on supporting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or misconduct.

Brain Injuries

Specializing in offering professional legal services for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Injuries

Proficient in addressing cases for victims who have suffered damages from dog bites or animal assaults.

Jogger Accidents

Focused on legal support for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Wrongful Fatality

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and skilled legal services to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Injury

Committed to assisting patients with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal representation to secure redress.

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