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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the unfortunate event of a car accident, having an experienced Car Accident attorney by your side is pivotal. Carlson Bier law firm, admired across Illinois for its sterling representation in personal injury cases related to cars accidents provides unrivaled help where it matters most. Our expert team ensures that all necessary steps are taken post-accident and diligently works towards securing fair compensation for damages and injuries sustained by our clients. Specialists at handling complex legal situations, to say we understand subtleties of these impactful incidents would be an understatement; We live them each day so you don’t have to bear the stress alone. Choose Carlson Bier as your dependable navigator through this confusing labyrinth called ‘Car Accident Law’. Regardless of whether you’re from Lower West Side or anywhere else across Illinois, rest assured – At Carlson Bier we put geographical boundaries aside when fighting for justice on behalf of our valued clients! Your struggles become ours as together we pursue a journey towards rightful compensation and peace of mind!

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Car Accident Lawyers in Lower West Side Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury law with a particular emphasis on car accident cases. If you or your loved ones have been unfortunate victims of a road mishap anywhere within Illinois, our seasoned lawyers are available to assist. We understand that such incidents not only entail physical discomfort but also lead to emotional distress and financial strain due to medical expenses and loss of earnings. Hence, when you trust us with your case, we commit ourselves fully to obtaining the compensation you rightly deserve.

Car accidents could occur owing to various reasons. Some common causes include distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving or adverse weather conditions. However small or massive these mishaps might be; they can drastically alter the course of one’s life. Your car crash could cause widespread damage ranging from minor scrapes and cuts to more severe injuries like broken bones, head trauma or spinal cord injuries leading to long term disability.

It is vitally essential for every victim of a car accident in Illinois to know their rights and legal options:

– You have the right to claim damages if someone else’s negligence caused the accident.

– It would help if you did not make any statements or sign any documents without consulting an attorney.

– Insurance companies may try lowballing your settlement offer; thus pursuing professional legal counsel ensures that your interests are adequately represented.

Carlson Bier aims at debunking complexities around your car accident claims by meticulously examining individual pieces of evidence linked with the incident – police reports, witness testimonies, photos of the scene etc., alongside considering crucial aspects viz., insurance coverage limitations of both parties involved in the mishap amongst other variables.

At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional customer service backed by years of expertise on complex legal matters surrounding automotive accident cases across Illinois. Our attorneys adopt an empathetic approach while handling each case and possess a profound understanding regarding statutory regulations prevalent here hence enabling a structured way forward post such unpredictable incidents.

We facilitate open and honest communication with our clients, keeping them informed each step of the way. Offering you a voice when you might feel voiceless considering how overwhelming such circumstances can be is what we relentlessly strive for. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that numerous victims across Illinois have entrusted us with their car accident claims, knowing well that we pursue every case to its maximum potential till achieving adequate compensation for all damages endured due to others’ negligence.

Our commitment extends beyond achieving financial recovery for our esteemed clients; it underlines an ethos wherein your mental peace and physical recovery becomes equally important to us. So, while we work persistently fighting your legal battle against formidable insurance companies or individuals responsible towards causing the disruption in your life, you can concentrate solely on recuperating from this traumatic experience knowing fully well that Carlson Bier has your best interests at heart.

Do remember that time plays a significant role post an auto accident as regulations stipulate specific deadlines by which one needs initiating legal proceedings. The more prompt your response towards seeking legal counsel is – the better are chances for successful claim of rightful compensation.

Now that you understand the complexities involved around car accidents and marvel at how Carlson Bier has continually emerged victorious against powerful insurance players within Illinois domain consistently delivering justice for countless victims—we urge you to dispel any fears or uncertainties still looming over. Click on the button below right now – let’s decode exactly how much your case is genuinely worth! Trust us; together, we will navigate through these murky waters converting this stressful episode into a victory tale deserving applause!

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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 Lower West Side

Pedal Cycle Collisions

Focused on legal support for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Providing skilled legal services for individuals of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or carelessness.

Medical Incompetence

Extending experienced legal assistance for persons affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Accountability

Dealing with cases involving faulty products, delivering specialist legal support to victims affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Abuse

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

Trip and Slip Occurrences

Specialist in addressing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking restitution for their injuries.

Infant Damages

Providing legal assistance for loved ones affected by medical misconduct resulting in birth injuries.

Car Incidents

Accidents: Committed to guiding clients of car accidents obtain fair recompense for wounds and destruction.

Motorbike Collisions

Expert in providing legal assistance for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Providing adept legal advice for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for harms.

Construction Site Mishaps

Concentrated on supporting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or misconduct.

Neurological Damages

Dedicated to extending expert legal advice for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Injuries

Expertise in dealing with cases for people who have suffered injuries from dog bites or creature assaults.

Jogger Incidents

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

Undeserved Loss

Striving for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, providing sensitive and adept legal support to ensure justice.

Backbone Damage

Focused on defending persons with spinal cord injuries, offering expert legal assistance to secure settlement.

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