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When you or a loved one sustain injuries due to the negligent actions of another, getting proficient and dedicated legal representation is crucial. Enter Carlson Bier, an elite personal injury law firm serving Makanda and beyond with unmatched dedication and skill in Illinois. Our experienced team is well-equipped to handle various cases comprising vehicular accidents, workplace incidents, medical malpractice among others with exceptional finesse. We’re committed to seeking justice for our clients—demonstrating it through our tireless advocacy and depth of knowledge in personal injury laws. What sets us apart? At Carlson Bier we offer personalized legal service: understanding your unique circumstance first hand then crafting a strategy that maximizes your compensation chances as swiftly as possible; because easing your hardships matters most at this time.

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Personal Injury Lawyers in Makanda Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we believe it’s crucial for every individual to understand the fundamental tenets of personal injury law. As a renowned personal injury attorney group based in Illinois, we stand at the forefront in fighting for justice and fair compensation on behalf of our clients, cementing our position as a trusted champion of victim rights.

Personal Injury Law revolves around defending individuals who have been harmed because of someone else’s negligence or intentional conduct. You should know that all cases are unique and identifying whether you have a solid case demands professional legal expertise – which is exactly what Carlson Bier prudently offers.

• Understanding Personal Injury Claims: These claims may arise from numerous incidents like motor vehicle accidents, slip-and-falls, product liability issues, malpractices related to medical services or even traumatic brain injuries. Our team of attorneys relentlessly work round-the-clock to ensure proper representation for your claim.

• Filing For Compensation: If you’ve endured an unfortunate incident due to another party’s fault, note that you may be entitled to financial compensation. This consideration factors in various costs such as medical bills, lost wages during recovery, pain and suffering caused by the accident amongst others.

• Timeframe For Legal Action: The statute of limitations is an essential aspect under this legal landscape. In Illinois, you typically have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit against all responsible parties. However specific situations might alter these deadlines- reinforcing why having seasoned professionals like us by your side becomes invaluable.

Adopting a client-focused approach takes precedence at Carlson Bier when handling Personal Injury cases. Since each case exhibits unique circumstances and complexities; we ensure clear communication with our clients, empowering them with thorough knowledge about their situation – demystifying legal jargon along the way making sure its easily understood without compromising accuracy and detail.

There exists no cookie-cutter solution indifferent nature of lawsuits; hence it’s imperative that professionals tailor strategies aligned with individual client needs. We, at Carlson Bier concur – customizing an efficacious plan of action in every case we undertake. Be it negotiations with insurance companies or extending services until a trial; our clients’ best interest override everything else.

Our pragmatic approach coupled with unyielding determination facilitates us to invariably obtain fair compensation for our clients. The years of expertise bolstered by the breadth and depth of practical knowledge empowers us to navigate the intricate corridors of injury litigations thus providing unparalleled service whilst bringing immense value to you.

Undoubtedly, embarking on this path can often appear intimidating, but remember – you are not alone. As your legal counsel, rest assured that we will guide every step along the way until fair justice prevails, fostering confidence while taking forward your fight. Transparency throughout the process remains our steadfast commitment because at Carlson Bier, your traumas matter no less than they do to you.

Past cases portrayed settlements as overwhelming and consuming for many; let us bear those burdens so you may focus solely on healing and restoration. Trust us as countless others have over years- transitioning from mere victims toward deserving recipients compensated rightfully and justly.

You might wonder “What’s my case worth?” A justified query indeed! Your journey is personal; it’s unique; henceforth shouldn’t resolutions be too? Click on the button below for an exclusive consultation to evaluate accurately how much might your successful claim seek- after all, isn’t rightful justice what one aims at during testing times?

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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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Areas of Practice in Makanda

Bike Collisions

Expert in legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's negligence or perilous conditions.

Burn Injuries

Offering professional legal help for patients of major burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Hospital Negligence

Ensuring expert legal services for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Fault

Handling cases involving unsafe products, delivering professional legal help to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Elder Abuse

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to neglect in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Tumble & Stumble Accidents

Specialist in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to clients seeking justice for their damages.

Infant Traumas

Extending legal guidance for loved ones affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Crashes

Crashes: Concentrated on assisting individuals of car accidents secure appropriate payout for damages and damages.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Focused on providing legal support for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

18-Wheeler Crash

Ensuring adept legal advice for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate claims for damages.

Construction Incidents

Committed to representing workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or misconduct.

Head Damages

Committed to offering dedicated legal advice for patients suffering from head injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Traumas

Specialized in dealing with cases for victims who have suffered injuries from K9 assaults or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Collisions

Expert in legal representation for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Loss

Fighting for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and adept legal services to ensure redress.

Spine Injury

Committed to representing patients with vertebral damage, offering expert legal assistance to secure recovery.

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