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About Carlson Bier Associates

Carlson Bier’s team of highly-experienced Pedestrian Accident attorneys provides service that is second to none in the pursuit of justice for victims injured in pedestrian accidents. These situations are often complex, but we work tenaciously to unravel every detail and fight relentlessly for full compensation at every turn on your behalf. Specializing solely in personal injury law, our meticulous approach coupled with an exceptional understanding of Illinois regulations helps us secure favorable results. Dealing directly with insurance companies can be overwhelming and disheartening especially when you’re not offered a fair settlement, this underlines the importance of having Carlson Bier by your side – experts adept at navigating such dynamics proficiently while keeping client satisfaction paramount. In Livingston and beyond, Carlson Bier’s imprint has reached multitude owing to its impeccable credentials as an efficient advocate for those reeling from a devastating accident involving pedestrians. Trust Carlson Bier: Experience proven expertise defining success narratives in Personal Injury Law cases across Illinois.

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Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Livingston Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we represent individuals who have been victims of pedestrian accidents in Illinois. We understand that being involved in a pedestrian accident can be a life-altering event—from sustaining physical injuries to dealing with financial strains due to medical bills and lost wages—thus, it’s of the essence for us to ensure that our clients get the justice they deserve.

Understanding Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrian accidents occur when someone on foot is hit by a vehicle. Although traffic rules dictate that drivers should give right-of-way to individuals at crosswalks, failure to do so often results in severe collisions, leading to traumatic injuries or even death. At Carlson Bier, we are committed to advocating for the rights of those affected by such unfortunate incidents.

Key Factors That Assist Your Case

• Establishing liability: The party responsible for an accident often depends on multiple factors, including speed limits, distractions like mobile phones, disregard for traffic signals or signs among others.

• Gathering evidence: Prompt collection of evidence from the scene such as photos and witness testimonies strengthens your case.

• Analyzing Medical records: Reviewing your medical reports post-injury helps quantify physical damages suffered.

Role of Carlson Bier

Our attorneys have vast experience handling pedestrian accident cases. We meticulously analyze every detail related to your claim—which includes gathering surveillance footage if available, collaborating with experts who reconstruct accident scenes for interpretation purposes and guiding you through every step as below;

Strategic Consultation: Our team listens oughtly to comprehend each client’s unique situation then advises accordingly.

Building A Strong Case : Armed with facts about your incident; we construct a solid argument justifying compensation rightfully deserved based on evidence collected.

Negotiating On Your Behalf : Once we establish fault beyond doubt using concrete proof – Carlson Bier fights zealously reclaiming maximum permissible compensation under Illinois law during negotiations held either outside court within pre-trial periods or presenting claims before judges and jury during trials.

Helping You Heal: Above all, our goal remains helping you recover both physically as well as financially. Insurance companies often aim to limit recovery amounts as much as possible while we strive for maximum compensation facilitating quality medical care and replacing lost wages enabling peaceful recovery periods.

Remember, pedestrian accidents not only evoke physical pain but also leave victims dealing with emotional trauma and financial burdens. We take pride in providing empathetic support alongside legal assistance to enable our clients regain balance post-accidents.

Let’s Protect Your Rights Together

Illinois grants victims rights legal redress when wrongfully harmed through negligence. The dedicated attorneys at Carlson Bier hold violators of road safety norms accountable whilst assisting you traverse the complex maze that is personal injury law effortlessly ensuring one receives deserved justice.

Don’t underestimate the significance of timely action following a pedestrian accident. Laws regarding limitation periods strictly regulate injury claims filing timelines. Therefore contacting a competent attorney soon enough allows efficient evidence preservation increasing chances for positive compensation decisions considerably.

Take Action Towards Justice Now

A successful claim post-pedestrian accident hinges primarily on effective representation from skilled attorneys proficient in Illinois personal injury statutes like ours at Carlson Bier. Stop hesitating! Our staunch belief centers around prioritizing client interests above everything else; hence we dedicate ourselves completely towards achieving just outcomes making us your optimal ally in these trying times.

You now know more about claims related to pedestrian accidents than before; understanding decision steps help render informed choices promoting proper claim handling procedures essential for winning cases and claiming maximum damages permissible under Illinois law.

As you weigh options remember great representation begins with choosing right partners who comprehend intricate details involved with every step taken towards seeking justice post-pedestrian accidents – partners such as ourselves, Carlson Bier.

Wondering how much your case might be worth? Click on the button below and find out now! With invaluable experience navigating complexities typically associated with pedestrian accident lawsuits within Illinois, our team remains ready, eager to support you through seeking justice. Allow us to fight for your rights and secure the compensation you deserve. Remember, at Carlson Bier, your path toward recovery is our utmost priority!

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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 Accidents

Proficient in legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others' indifference or hazardous conditions.

Scald Damages

Offering professional legal services for individuals of major burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Physician Carelessness

Delivering dedicated legal representation for clients affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Merchandise Accountability

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, delivering adept legal services to customers affected by defective items.

Aged Neglect

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to neglect in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Tumble & Stumble Accidents

Professional in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking justice for their harm.

Infant Traumas

Extending legal assistance for loved ones affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Incidents: Devoted to guiding sufferers of car accidents secure fair settlement for hurts and impairment.

Motorbike Collisions

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Delivering expert legal assistance for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for hurts.

Construction Mishaps

Dedicated to defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Cerebral Impairments

Expert in providing expert legal support for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Damages

Specialized in tackling cases for victims who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Expert in legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Wrongful Death

Working for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and experienced legal services to ensure fairness.

Spinal Cord Damage

Focused on representing victims with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal services to secure justice.

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