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About Carlson Bier Associates

Engaging Carlson Bier for construction site accident claims illustrates a strategic choice powered by invaluable experience and relentless commitment to justice. For individuals in Lawrenceville seeking exceptional legal representation, our firm stands as an unmatched ally. Construction accidents can unravel your life with devastating injuries and economic hardship; thus you have the right to demand compensation. Maneuvering through complex layers of laws isn’t easy, but Carlson Bier excels here – we specialize in dissecting construction site accident cases with surgical precision. We meticulously map every detail of your case to present compelling arguments strengthening your claim. Our watchful eyes catch concealed proof, transforming them into powerful tools of justice while sympathetically handling victims’ distress during such catastrophic events. At Carlson Bier, we stand resolute and committed in our pursuit towards restoring equilibrium back into the lives disrupted by construction accidents – aiming for maximum reparations wherever possible – because at heart, we are dedicated advocates unwaveringly fighting on behalf of our clients throughout Illinois.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Lawrenceville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are committed to representing victims of workplace accidents, and we have a special interest in construction site incidents. Construction sites are notoriously risky environments and accidents at these places can result in severe injuries or even fatalities. Our seasoned team of Personal Injury Lawyers understands Illinois law the way few others do and are dedicated to help you navigate through your legal battle following a construction site accident.

Injuries sustained at construction sites often involve complex laws related to worker’s compensation and third-party liability. It’s crucial to underscore that while construction companies should ensure the provision of safe working conditions for employees, safety oversights or negligence occur with concerning regularity causing grievous harm to workers due to falls from heights, being struck by heavy machinery, electrical shocks amongst other harsh realities one may encounter on a construction site.

The key points regarding such cases include:

• Proving negligence: This involves demonstrating that reasonable safeguards were not put in place.

• Determining liability: Identifying who is responsible for the incident can be challenging given the multiple entities usually involved at an active work-site

• Compensation caps don’t apply: In many personal injury cases there might be certain limitations on how much compensation you can receive – known as ‘compensation caps’. However, these don’t apply in most construction site accident cases.

Here at Carlson Bier, understanding these factors is fundamental for our legal strategy focused on securing adequate compensation for our clients impacted by construction site mishaps. We undertake an exhaustive investigation into every case meticulously assembling critical evidence required such as witness testimonials, expert opinions on safety standards and photographic proof of conditions at the scene of accident etcetera. We strive relentlessly till justice has been served either via trial verdicts or out-of-court settlements– depending upon what suits best according to specifics of each unique situation.

Our commitment towards staunch advocacy rests firmly rooted within core values of transparency and client-centric approach ensuring continued guidance throughout claims process along with taking care of intricate paperwork and strap lining legal jargon into simple language for effective communication. We at Carlson Bier believe it fundamental to not just schoom our clients within legal complexities but also empower them to make informed decisions which could commendably impact their life moving forward.

As professionals we know that persistent after-shocks post a construction site accident can exert an enormous strain on personal life too in addition to physical harm, denting one’s morale significantly; therefore, ensuring emotional support along with world class legal representation forms an integral part of services provided by us. Fundamentally dedicated towards understanding clients’ unique experiences and living up-to these expectations- compassion runs as deeply engrained within the fabric of Carlson Bier’s ethos as do high-octane professional commitments.

Given above is just a broad overview of how we approach construction site accidents amongst others areas belonging ambit of Personal Injury Law field encapsulating our client-first agenda prioritizing their well-being overall; don’t wait more and take hold of your ‘Right To Justice’. Click the button below to find out what your case may be worth given nuances particular to you under explicit enforcement of Illinois laws. Don’t let someone else’s negligence decide your fate. Contact us today at Carlson Bier where we fervently believe in practising law with empathy thereby not only being lawyers but also becoming trusted companions throughout your journey towards recovery and eventual justice!

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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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Construction Site Accidents FAQ​

The most common causes of construction site accidents in Chicago include:

  • Falls: Falls from heights are the leading cause of fatalities on construction sites.
  • Struck-by accidents: Struck-by accidents occur when workers are hit by falling objects, moving vehicles, or other equipment.
  • Electrocutions: Electrocutions can occur when workers come into contact with live wires or electrical equipment.
  • Caught-in/between accidents: Caught-in/between accidents occur when workers are caught between two moving objects or between a moving object and a stationary object.
  • Overexertion injuries: Overexertion injuries can occur when workers lift heavy objects or perform repetitive tasks.

If you are injured in a construction site 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 your supervisor and to OSHA. OSHA is the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and they are responsible for investigating workplace accidents.
  • Contact a construction site accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a construction site 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 person or company responsible for your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a construction site 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 personal 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 construction site 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 Lawrenceville

Cycling Accidents

Focused on legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or risky conditions.

Scald Injuries

Providing skilled legal support for victims of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or misconduct.

Clinical Incompetence

Ensuring dedicated legal support for individuals affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Obligation

Dealing with cases involving defective products, providing specialist legal support to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Senior Neglect

Supporting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to mistreatment in elderly care environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip and Trip Occurrences

Skilled in addressing trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking redress for their harm.

Infant Traumas

Providing legal aid for kin affected by medical incompetence resulting in birth injuries.

Car Collisions

Collisions: Concentrated on guiding patients of car accidents receive just remuneration for wounds and harm.

Bike Collisions

Expert in providing legal advice for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Big Rig Accident

Offering expert legal representation for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for harms.

Worksite Accidents

Committed to advocating for workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or recklessness.

Head Traumas

Committed to extending professional legal advice for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Harms

Skilled in addressing cases for people who have suffered damages from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Incidents

Dedicated to legal support for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Undeserved Passing

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying sensitive and professional legal guidance to ensure redress.

Backbone Injury

Focused on representing victims with vertebral damage, offering professional legal assistance to secure settlement.

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