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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you’re involved in a motor vehicle accident, it’s imperative to secure legal representation from an astute attorney who specializes in personal injury cases. Carlson Bier has built its robust reputation as the go-to firm for car accident related cases within and around Lansing area due its intricate understanding of Illinois state laws, professional approach coupled with emphatic guidance throughout the entire process. Our expert lawyers navigate through complex insurance matters swiftly, leaving no stone unturned to procure maximum compensation possible for our clients’ claims. We take pride at Carlson Bier by emotionally investing ourselves into every case and bringing unmatched value proposition that sets us apart doing more than just winning lawsuits but rebuilding lives. Handling incidents ranging from minor collisions or severe auto accidents with unwavering commitment towards seeking justice truly certifies us as top choice amongst residents needing highest level of legal counsel following a car mishap incident in Lansing’s proximity thereby establishing your trust in our capabilities relentlessly.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Lansing Illinois

Navigating the aftermath of a car accident can be an overwhelmingly complex process. At Carlson Bier, we understand that this is a stressful time filled with pain, confusion, and uncertainty. As one of Illinois’s premier personal injury law firms, our mission is to guide you through the legal labyrinth in pursuit of rightful compensation.

On your path to recovery, understanding car accidents and their various implications are central to securing desired outcomes. An automobile collision often gives rise to several intricacies both from legal and medical perspectives. These complexities demand specialized knowledge – an area where Carlson Bier holds profound proficiency.

Recognition is essential in diving into these details. Crucially, every vehicle collision is unique with variable factors at play such as the nature of injuries sustained, liability determination and insurance coverages. Similarly critical aspects include whether the accident included commercial vehicles or pedestrians and if state laws affect the insurance decision-making approach.

• Identifying Responsibility: Assigning fault is a crucial task that influences claim resolution greatly. Investigations may require analytic insight into traffic rules, vehicle damage patterns or eyewitness reports.

• Evaluating Injuries: Car crashes potentially result in wide-ranging physical harms like whiplash, fractures or traumatic brain injuries requiring professional evaluation.

• Dealing With The Insurance Company: Interaction with insurers often tends to be challenging without prior experience – requests for recorded statements, resolving property damages or understanding policy structures require sharp negotiation skills.

Additionally valuable are insights regarding timelines involved – Statute of limitations directing claim filing deadlines; treatment duration that impacts overall case length; settlement timelines spanning initial offers through negotiations till final payouts. Furthermore awareness related to likely claims composition involving two distinct categories – Economic damages like medical expenses/lost wages and non-economic damages covering pain/suffering can significantly influence your journey toward justice.

Effectively addressing these facets demands nothing short of expert intervention – a calling synonymous with our commitment at Carlson Bier.

Our experienced attorneys bring along significant wins borne from diligent legal representation tailored to unique client circumstances. Depend upon us for razor-sharp negotiation with insurance companies aimed at maximizing claim values within optimal timeframes.

Our scope of services doesn’t conclude here – At Carlson Bier, we consider it our obligation to extend comprehensive support beyond courtroom boundaries. Our practice is rooted in empathetic understanding and clients can conveniently access a trove of resources including accident FAQs, instructive blogs/videos or interactive car crash apps.

Making informed decisions marks the cornerstone of an effective legal strategy. That’s why it’s crucial you partner with experts who understand every nuance linked intricately not just to Illinois law but your personal scenario as well. Sensitize yourself to invaluable insights that make the difference between winning and losing a case; tips on preserving evidence/key witnesses; or how best to interact with medical personnel/insurance representatives post-accident by opting for our competent counsel.

In conclusion Carlson Bier invites you – those caught unawares in unintrusive accidents – to step forward and take control. Reliable legal aid combined with significant education awaits you here. Remember, though unusually heavy may be this moment’s burden, there’s help at hand ready both, legally cushioning your fall now and preparing comeback paths for the future.

You are perhaps wondering about prospective expenses amid prevailing confusion? Well, we stand firmly committed toward ensuring justice isn’t barred by high costs alone! We operate purely on contingency fees implying no pay till successful compensation recovery.

Should your calamity find you contemplating daunting questions: “What’s my case truly worth?” or “how best should I proceed after a car accident?” You needn’t wrestle these concerns alone anymore! Allow us at Carlson Bier delve into specifics determining accurate claim value based on prior judgment trends/current jury attitudes/comparative negligence principles amongst others & empower you using tailor-made strategies designed strictly keeping your interests central always!

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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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Car Accident FAQ​

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 Lansing

Bicycle Mishaps

Expert in legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or perilous conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Supplying adept legal support for patients of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or carelessness.

Clinical Negligence

Delivering professional legal advice for patients affected by healthcare malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Fault

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, extending specialist legal guidance to customers affected by defective items.

Senior Abuse

Advocating for the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble & Tumble Injuries

Professional in managing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking compensation for their damages.

Newborn Traumas

Delivering legal help for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Crashes: Devoted to aiding clients of car accidents obtain just compensation for damages and losses.

Motorbike Crashes

Committed to providing representation for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for injuries.

Semi Accident

Extending adept legal assistance for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful compensation for harms.

Construction Accidents

Concentrated on supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or recklessness.

Cerebral Impairments

Focused on extending professional legal support for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Harms

Adept at tackling cases for clients who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Jogger Incidents

Specializing in legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Unwarranted Passing

Fighting for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and expert legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Neural Damage

Specializing in supporting patients with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure compensation.

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