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About Carlson Bier Associates

When navigating the aftermath of a car accident, securing dedicated legal representation can make all the difference. Carlson Bier is your trusted partner in these challenging times. Our team comprises experienced, diligent Car Accident attorneys ready to deliver you peace-of-mind and successful results. Despite the chaotic situation that follows a car accident, we strive to provide clear direction aimed at achieving optimal outcomes for our clients based in Lisle.

At Carlson Bier, we understand that every case has unique elements; hence, it deserves personalized attention and strategy. We pride ourselves on thorough preparation tailored specifically for each client’s needs—because no detail is too small when it comes to your road to recovery.

As an authority within Illinois’ dynamic legal landscape, we’ve built an unparalleled reputation through consistent dedication towards excellence and commitment to justice. With us by your side advocating fiercely for your rights after a car collision makes us not only a reliable choice but also the best consideration as your Car Accident attorney firm.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Lisle Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the physical, emotional and financial impact that a car accident can have on your day-to-day life. As a personal injury law firm based in Illinois—with a long history of securing favorable verdicts and settlements—we provide specialized assistance to clients who have been injured due to another party’s negligence on the road.

A car crash can happen in an instant, shattering lives with far-reaching consequences: from immediate medical treatment, rehabilitation costs, vehicle damage repair or replacement expenses, loss of income and lifestyle changes. Often times victims are left feeling overwhelmed, devastated and unsure about their rights or how to proceed. At Carlson Bier, we help guide you through these challenging times while ensuring your legal rights are preserved and aggressively represented.

Onto understanding pertinent information regarding car accidents:

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Immediate Action – Post-accident actions significantly determine the trajectory of any potential litigation. Keep calm; ensure everyone involved is safe; call 911 immediately – if required; never admit fault even unintentionally; seek medical attention promptly regardless of apparent injuries as internal damages may appear later.

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Legal Rights & Responsibilities – After an accident it is important you do not sign anything without consulting your attorney first as this could inadvertently diminish your claim possibilities. You also have legal obligations such as reporting accident to insurance provider within stipulated time.

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Compensation Coverage – A compensation claim typically covers cost for physical injuries incurred, property repair/replacement costs resulting from the accident and wages lost during recovery period.

Our primary mission at Carlson Bier is to protect our client’s legal interests enabling them a seamless path towards achieving rightful compensation for their ordeal involving motor vehicle mishaps. We carry significant experience managing complex cases encompassing single-car crashes to multi-vehicle collisions handling each case equally diligently irrespective of its scope or complexity. Our targeted courtroom strategies combined with sophisticated negotiation tactics arm us with dynamic resources to maximize chances for successful outcome.

Car accidents often pose complicated issues around determining fault, reconstructing events and calculating damages. Hence collection of quality evidence becomes crucial irrespective if it’s material wreckage or details surrounding the incident as these will form basis of your lawsuit later.

Partnering with us avails you to comprehensive support right from gathering & analyzing all pertinent evidences including police reports, surveillance feeds and eyewitness testimonies to engaging necessary professionals such as accident reconstruction experts, medical practitioners etc.- essential for strengthening your case.

Every car accident is underlain by a log of legalities varying across collisions – each one requiring strategic approach and diligent handling. At Carlson Bier, we are well equipped with requisite expertise guiding our clients through tangled parameters while ensuring their rights remain uncompromised at all stages.

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Work without payment unless successful – We operate on contingency which means no out-of-pocket expenses until successful resolution of the case.

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Personal Attention – We ensure every client receives high priority attention irrespective of size or scope involved in the matter. Our experienced attorneys are committed to defending your rights actively during every phase till closure ensuring you can focus on recovery while we take care of everything else.

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Track Record – Our vast experience combined with reputation for securing highest possible settlements speaks volumes about our commitment towards achieving best outcomes.

We invite you to leverage the wealth of legal capabilities honed at Carlson Bier where our team carries an unwavering dedication towards helping victims secure justice efficiently whose lives have been disrupted due to reckless driving incidents. Connect with us today using the button below for initial assessment consultation providing us opportunity not just outline what could potentially be worth but also unlock better understanding about how Illinois personal injury laws apply specifically to your situation. Trust Carlson Bier- empowering rightful representation into reality!

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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 Lisle

Bike Accidents

Focused on legal support for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Burn Injuries

Offering adept legal assistance for people of intense burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Healthcare Misconduct

Ensuring expert legal representation for clients affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Products Fault

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, supplying professional legal services to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Abuse

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to malpractice in aged care environments, ensuring protection.

Fall & Stumble Mishaps

Specialist in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to clients seeking restitution for their suffering.

Neonatal Wounds

Providing legal help for loved ones affected by medical malpractice resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Collisions

Incidents: Focused on supporting patients of car accidents secure fair payout for injuries and losses.

Bike Crashes

Committed to providing legal support for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring fair compensation for losses.

Big Rig Accident

Delivering expert legal advice for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for injuries.

Worksite Incidents

Concentrated on assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or misconduct.

Brain Impairments

Expert in delivering dedicated legal services for persons suffering from cerebral injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Damages

Expertise in tackling cases for individuals who have suffered harms from puppy bites or animal assaults.

Jogger Incidents

Specializing in legal support for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Demise

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and skilled legal representation to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Damage

Focused on defending individuals with backbone trauma, offering professional legal assistance to secure justice.

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