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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you or a loved one have been the victim of a slip and fall accident in Long Grove, turn to Carlson Bier for legal expertise that is both extraordinary and empathetic. As seasoned personal injury attorneys, we understand the physical pain, emotional stress, and financial burdens associated with unexpected accidents. Our extensive experience with slip and fall cases allows us to swiftly establish liability while securing maximum compensation for our clients’ injuries. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to advocating on your behalf; we make it our mission to achieve justice for victims. Choosing Carlson Bier signifies not just robust representation but also means choosing comprehensive support throughout this arduous journey – every step of the way! Selecting an attorney after enduring such adversity can be daunting; however, partnering with Carlson Bier guarantees transparent communication, meticulous case preparation alongside strategies tailored specifically around your distinct circumstances – culminating in beneficial outcomes towards aiding life’s return back on track post-incident.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Long Grove Illinois

When you or a loved one are involved in a Slip and Fall Accident, the resulting damage can be devastating. At Carlson Bier, we are deeply committed to providing high-level legal representation for personal injury victims throughout Illinois. We understand the trauma such an incident can cause, and we believe it is our duty to ensure your rights are always protected.

Slip and fall accidents may seem commonplace but they can lead to significant injuries that have long-term effects. These types of accidents commonly occur due to unsafe conditions on other’s property such as wet floors, poorly lit areas, uneven surfaces, or unexpected obstacles. Anyone who has been injured in such circumstances should immediately seek professional help from an experienced personal injury attorney.

Carlson Bier specializes in representing victims of slip and fall incidents. Our seasoned team understands the nuances of Illinois law surrounding these cases and work diligently to recover fair compensation that mirrors the magnitude of what you’ve endured:

– Establishing negligence: We prove that the party responsible neglected their duties which led to your injuries.

– Quantifying damages: Moving beyond just visible physical injuries, potential impacts on employment or overall quality of life will also be addressed.

– Negotiating insurance claims: By maneuvering through complicated processes on your behalf, stress is minimized while maximizing potential returns.

Each situation presents unique circumstances needing careful evaluation before formulating a strategic approach towards recovery. This includes detailed consultation on liability issues where determining fault often becomes critical while basing any claim settlement demands or filing lawsuits against responsible parties.

A common misconception about slip and fall incidents is assigning blame solely onto accident victims – but this isn’t always accurate nor fair! In fact, under premises liability laws in Illinois – property owners bear certain responsibilities when maintaining safe environments for visitors; lapses can result in them being legally liable for any consequent harm suffered by others.

We live in a world where consulting Google sometimes replaces sound advice from trained professionals; yet attempting private negotiations with insurance adjusters can see innocent victims accepting settlements that grossly undervalue actual damages incurred. Hence, having an adept personal injury attorney from Carlson Bier advocating your rights becomes so essential.

While justice remains our central goal, we empathize with prevailing fears about affordability of legal representation. This isn’t a concern when dealing with us – we operate on a contingency basis where you only pay if we achieve positive outcomes for your cases.

Remember: time plays a crucial role in these matters – it’s important to act promptly following any slip and fall incident, especially considering Illinois imposes strict statute of limitations laws which essentially limit the time window available for filing claims. Delaying could very well mean forfeiting rightful compensation owed to you.

If you’ve been harmed due to someone else’s negligence, reach out today. Allow us to review your case while providing invaluable counsel on best proceeding steps tailored specifically towards achieving desired outcomes because at Carlson Bier, your wellbeing is ultimately what matters most.

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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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Slip & Fall Accidents FAQ​

The most common causes of slip and fall accidents in Chicago include:

  • Wet or slippery floors: This could include spills, leaks, and snow and ice.
  • Uneven surfaces: This could include potholes, cracks in the pavement, and loose floorboards.
  • Poor lighting: This could make it difficult to see hazards on the ground.
  • Obstructions: This could include cords, boxes, and other objects that are in the way.

If you have a slip and fall 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 the property owner or manager. This will create a record of the accident and help you build your case if you decide to file a lawsuit.
  • 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.
  • Contact a slip and fall accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a slip and fall 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 property owner or manager if you believe they were negligent in maintaining the property.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a slip and fall 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 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 slip and fall 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 Long Grove

Cycling Collisions

Expert in legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' negligence or risky conditions.

Scald Injuries

Offering skilled legal help for victims of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Physician Malpractice

Extending specialist legal representation for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Responsibility

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, supplying adept legal support to victims affected by defective items.

Senior Misconduct

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in aged care environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble & Slip Accidents

Adept in addressing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to victims seeking justice for their losses.

Childbirth Damages

Offering legal guidance for relatives affected by medical malpractice resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Incidents

Incidents: Dedicated to helping sufferers of car accidents receive appropriate remuneration for injuries and destruction.

Bike Mishaps

Specializing in providing representation for victims involved in scooter accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

Trucking Accident

Extending expert legal representation for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for losses.

Building Site Crashes

Dedicated to defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Head Traumas

Specializing in offering specialized legal services for persons suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Injuries

Adept at dealing with cases for clients who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or beast attacks.

Jogger Accidents

Committed to legal support for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Unjust Loss

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and skilled legal assistance to ensure redress.

Spine Injury

Expert in representing individuals with paralysis, offering professional legal guidance to secure recovery.

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