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About Carlson Bier Associates

Victims of car accidents deserve the most proficient legal representation. This is where Carlson Bier enters the equation, an elite personal injury law firm in Illinois that has proven it’s longevity and dedication to protecting your rights. If you have been involved in a vehicular accident, this team specializes in navigating through intricate insurance and state laws to ensure you receive rightful compensation for damage sustained. They have mastered skills ranging from negotiating settlements to advocating convincingly before a jury if necessary. With their wealth of experience forged over many years, they effortlessly integrate industry knowledge with tailored client approaches. Yet what sets them apart especially when dealing with car accident cases in Marissa or anywhere else is their empathy towards each situation – caring for every individual script emotionally while professionally pursuing vindication relentlessly on your behalf such as medical bills recovery . Mirror the evidence by considering Carlson Bier; Manifest justice; Magnify competence; Merge compassion with victory!

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Car Accident Lawyers in Marissa Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are not just renowned personal injury attorneys; we are trusted advocates for justice. We believe that every victim of a car accident deserves to have their story heard and their rights vindicately championed. As a leading law firm in Illinois, our practice philosophy is simple yet impactful: promote safety by holding negligent drivers accountable and ensuring you receive deserved compensation.

Car accidents can be both physically and emotionally traumatic experiences. Amid the pain and distress, victims often grapple with crucial but perplexing legal matters. That’s where we come into play as your dedicated personal injury lawyers. Let’s examine some of the key aspects associated with these circumstances:

– It’s vital to act swiftly following an auto accident – Immediate action is paramount as critical evidence, witnesses’ memory, or documentations could degrade or even disappear over time.

– Knowledge about sudden stop collisions – A sudden stop collision can result from various causes such as tailgating, driver distraction, or automotive failure.

– The necessity of impartial investigation – An independent probe allows us to establish fault definitively hence enhancing your case’s prospects.

Having expert legal representation at this trying time can make all the difference between enduring financial hardship and securing much-needed relief–both financially and mentally–from mounting medical bills, lost wages or income due to disability caused by another person’s negligence.

Our seasoned team at Carlson Bier provides assertive advocacy coupled with compassionate client service. No matter what form of mishap led to your injuries – be it hit-and-run incidents or multi-car pile-ups – our invariant goal remains steadfast: equipping you with first-rate counsel that corresponds perfectly with your unique needs.

We place particular emphasis on demystifying complex legal jargons right off the bat; clarity instills confidence after all! Our enlightened approach fosters deeper understanding about common types of motor vehicle crashes including rear-end collisions (caused generally by cell phone usage while driving) head-on crashes (often due to intoxicated driving) and T-bone accidents (mostly resulting from failure to yield right of way.)

Keen communication is the cornerstone of our promise. We strongly advocate keeping an open line with your legal counsel throughout each step. This reinforces our commitment to build a robust case on your behalf, answering queries as they arise, proffering vital advice, and always keenly listening when you speak.

Our role extends beyond courtroom representation – we pursue justice relentlessly until closure provides well-deserved peace of mind for you and your loved ones. Carlson Bier is stacked with knowledgeable attorneys, replete with experience in negotiating settlements that align favourably with injuries sustained; extensive medical treatments required; lost earnings capacity plus other consequential damages suffered – a fundamental contour distinguishing us from run-of-the-mill personal injury advocates across Illinois.

Innocent people fall prey to disastrous motor accidents at no fault of their own. Their worlds are rattled by unfortunate events and unforeseen misfortune. As compassionate personal injury lawyers at Carlson Bier, we firmly believe it’s our shared duty to champion such victims’ rights, ensuring they receive just reparations commensurate with their struggles – both emotional and physical.

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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 Marissa

Cycling Mishaps

Proficient in legal advocacy for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' lack of care or risky conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Providing adept legal services for people of major burn injuries caused by incidents or carelessness.

Physician Malpractice

Extending specialist legal assistance for persons affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Fault

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

Geriatric Misconduct

Protecting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring fairness.

Slip and Trip Mishaps

Expert in handling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking recovery for their losses.

Childbirth Wounds

Extending legal guidance for loved ones affected by medical misconduct resulting in infant injuries.

Motor Incidents

Crashes: Dedicated to assisting sufferers of car accidents gain fair payout for harms and harm.

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Focused on providing representation for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

Big Rig Crash

Delivering professional legal support for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for injuries.

Building Site Incidents

Committed to supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Cerebral Harms

Committed to providing compassionate legal assistance for clients suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Harms

Proficient in dealing with cases for people who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Jogger Accidents

Expert in legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering damages.

Unwarranted Death

Fighting for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and expert legal representation to ensure fairness.

Backbone Harm

Dedicated to advocating for patients with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure settlement.

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