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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to construction site accidents in Le Roy, the experienced team at Carlson Bier sets a high standard for legal representation. We understand the complexities of personal injury law and have successfully defended numerous clients who have been victims of unfortunate incidents on construction sites. Our attorneys are diligent, committed, and possess a deep understanding of Illinois state laws relevant to workplace injuries—making us your trusted allies in navigating these complex matters. We don’t just handle your case—we advocate for you passionately, fighting tirelessly till the end. Furthermore, we go above and beyond to ensure that our clients are fully educated about their rights under the law throughout each stage of their case progression with us. In an era where every decision counts significantly towards securing justice for accident victims or bereaved families seeking compensation over wrongful deaths from construction sites’ mishaps; Carlson Bier promises unwavering dedication and cutting-edge professionalism that positions us as your best consideration.”

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Le Roy Illinois

When it comes to the complexities of construction site accidents and subsequent personal injury cases, Carlson Bier is committed to providing top-tier guidance based in expert knowledge and practical know-how. We are noted personal injury attorneys who understand that a construction zone’s inherently hazardous environment greatly heightens workers’ risk for severe work-related injuries or fatalities – accidents that invariably result in costly medical bills and emotional stress for affected families.

The Carlson Bier team operates from our base in Illinois, asserting our deep understanding of state laws relevant to your case. It’s crucial you’re aware that if you or someone you love falls victim to a construction site accident resulting from negligence or unsafe practices, the law is on your side, protecting your right to compensation.

There are several different types of construction site accidents: falling objects striking workers; dangerous equipment mishaps; electrical incidents; slip and fall occurrences; fires or explosions leading to burns among many others. Following such devastating events, the immediate impact includes physical harm which could range from minor scrapes and fractures up until catastrophic injuries like spinal cord damage or traumatic brain injury.

Carlson Bier aims at assisting victims in navigating legal complexities projecting these critical aspects:

• Determining liability: Figuring out who is responsible for an accident can be complex due to multiple parties involved on a construction site – ranging from contractors, sub-contractors, property owners, or machinery suppliers.

• Proving negligence: To seek compensation under Illinois law for workplace injury requires proof of another party’s negligent behavior leading towards accident causation.

• Understanding damages: This means quantifying actual losses incurred due to injuries – be they medical expenses, lost wages due to incapacity for work during recovery period(s), pain & suffering experienced post-injury/surgery etc.

Operating within the parameters set by Illinois law—while ensuring client confidentiality and comfort—the personal injury lawyers at Carlson Bier will assist you through every step of your case. We have insight into regulatory standards and safety protocols particular to construction sites, while our record of victories bear witness to an unparalleled ability to interpret and argue complex cases under Illinois construction accident laws.

Remember, knowledge dispenses power—in a court of law or outside—hence we at Carlson Bier empower our clients with information regarding their rights and avenues for compensation post unfortunate occurrences. Asserting that the first duty post an accident is retaining counsel who would ensure you’re justly compensated in your time of need.

As partner in your pursuit for justice, Carlson Bier extends its strategic prowess beyond the courtroom’s domain; we provide resources, tools, and access for all victims including answering Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), making available a range of articles on the subject ought you are interested to delve into case specifics/details etc. We make sure the process becomes less intimidating by breaking it down via comprehensive discussions every step along the way.

At this juncture where pain may blur rational judgment leading towards hasty decision-making vis-a-vis future course of action, allow trusted legal minds from Carlson Bier to revitalize your trust in peace brought about by fair judgement!

We encourage you now to click on the button below – imbibe this knowledge as a tool paving path towards rightful compensation determination today itself. Join us on this meaningful journey where one act redeems facets lost whilst striving towards recovery. Find out how much your case could be worth right now–because at Carlson Bier, we believe ‘Justice Delayed could mean Justice Denied.’

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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 Le Roy

Bicycle Accidents

Focused on legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' indifference or risky conditions.

Thermal Burns

Giving professional legal advice for people of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or misconduct.

Medical Negligence

Delivering expert legal assistance for patients affected by healthcare malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Responsibility

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, extending specialist legal support to consumers affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Neglect

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

Trip and Stumble Injuries

Professional in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to individuals seeking recovery for their suffering.

Newborn Harms

Offering legal guidance for families affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Accidents: Concentrated on assisting sufferers of car accidents get appropriate payout for wounds and destruction.

Motorcycle Mishaps

Committed to providing representation for victims involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for losses.

18-Wheeler Incident

Providing specialist legal support for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for losses.

Construction Mishaps

Engaged in advocating for staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Cerebral Traumas

Specializing in delivering compassionate legal support for persons suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Harms

Adept at tackling cases for individuals who have suffered wounds from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Mishaps

Dedicated to legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Wrongful Demise

Fighting for families affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and professional legal representation to ensure justice.

Neural Damage

Dedicated to supporting clients with paralysis, offering expert legal services to secure recovery.

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