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Facing the aftermath of a car accident can involve numerous complexities. In such stressful times, enlist the highly skilled team at Carlson Bier. We are renowned within Illinois for our exceptional proficiency in tackling personal injury cases related to vehicular mishaps. Since each case is unique, we assess every detail and create an unshakeable defense strategy suited to your specific situation. Our experts have decades of experience dealing with insurance companies and know exactly how to secure maximum compensation for your losses due their vast exposure in negotiation tactics used by them . When you choose Carlson Bier as your legal ally, you’re choosing seasoned car accident attorneys who strive till they achieve justice for you. Be it reckless driving or DUIs; we’ve handled all sorts of collision scenarios successfully – emphasizing on protecting rights while minimizing any negative consequences that might affect clients’ lives financially or personally. For undisputed assistance following a vehicle incident within Markham City’s jurisdiction, rely on the specialists: The attorneys at law firm Carlson Bier – unparalleled representation when most needed.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Markham City Illinois

Navigating the legal aftermath of a car accident is undoubtedly challenging. As victims grapple with their physical pain and anxiety, they are simultaneously faced with mounting medical bills, vehicle repairs, lost wages, and other distressing circumstances. In such instances, having professional legal counsel can bring immense relief—which is precisely what Carlson Bier Attorneys at Law provide—a reliable hand guiding clients through this complex process.

As Illinois-based personal injury attorneys, we specialize in representing individuals who have sustained injuries from auto accidents. Crimsoned by both experience and knowledge, our firm has been instrumental in providing comprehensive legal representation to car crash victims throughout Illinois for many years.

In a few points that underline our offerings:

• Comprehensive understanding of Illinois law – Our team possesses expert knowledge about the specifics of Illinois’ local laws that govern motor vehicular accidents.

• Specialized personal injury lawyers – We pair each client with an attorney or team matched explicitly to their case specifics – ensuring that every aspect of your situation receives meticulous attention.

• Aggressive negotiation skills – We apply sophisticated negotiation tactics when dealing with insurance companies—aiming always to secure fair settlements for our clients.

• Focus on results – We pursue every opportunity to ensure optimal results for you legally and financially.

Car crashes happen unexpectedly—they do not discriminate nor defer according to plan; they occur without warning. That’s why it becomes essential to know how a personal injury attorney like us can help.

Being the victim of a car accident goes beyond physical suffering—it propels one into uncalled-for financial and administrative misery too: dealing with claim investigations, encompassing medical examinations as well as interviews from authorities involved becomes inadvertent o instigate recovery. And it doesn’t stop there—update your statement submissions or defending against opposing insurers are additional steps—an overwhelming procedure indeed!

Carlson Bier Attorneys at Law step in here：We take over these phases so you can focus solely on recuperation. By battling unfair settlement offers, procuring crucial evidence from the accident site, or factoring in unseen financial concerns such as future medical costs, we cover it all to maximize your claim.

Each car crash case is unlike any other; each victim’s experience and situation differ significantly. Recognizing this uniqueness directs our strategy—In tailoring our approach based on individual cases, we are focused on addressing every detail of their accident fictional representation at its finest.

But remember—it pays to act promptly following a car collision. Witnesses’ memory fades away with time; evidence can be inadvertently overlooked or compromised if not preserved swiftly. Therefore, ensuring that you retain legal aid from personal injury attorneys like Carlson Bier without delay proves prudent in affording the best chance for a valuable claims resolution.

Finally—and most importantly—your peace of mind matters to us here at Carlson Bier Attorneys at Law. It’s not just about securing rightful compensation – it’s also about reducing your stresses implicated by an accident—you need assurance that someone is looking out for your interests and rights relentlessly—that’s what we strive to bring forth through our services—a promise of full commitment and dedication towards you and your car crash claim—every step of the way!

Are you wondering how much valueclaim holds? We encourage you to explore further by clicking the button below—an opportunity awaits you to discover significant insights regarding your precise situation—a process aiding informed decision-making—the first step towards secure justice. See what Carlson Bier Attorneys at Law can do for you! Empowered by knowledge—we stand ready—to turn those tables favoring your cause！

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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 Markham City

Cycling Collisions

Proficient in legal advocacy for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' lack of care or unsafe conditions.

Fire Traumas

Giving expert legal help for people of major burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Healthcare Misconduct

Providing dedicated legal services for clients affected by healthcare malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Obligation

Managing cases involving unsafe products, providing expert legal services to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Geriatric Malpractice

Representing the rights of seniors who have been subjected to malpractice in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Fall & Fall Accidents

Skilled in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to victims seeking restitution for their injuries.

Childbirth Wounds

Providing legal guidance for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Auto Incidents

Accidents: Focused on supporting sufferers of car accidents get equitable recompense for wounds and destruction.

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Expert in providing legal services for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

Big Rig Incident

Offering expert legal assistance for persons involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate claims for losses.

Building Mishaps

Engaged in defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or recklessness.

Cognitive Harms

Focused on providing compassionate legal services for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Harms

Specialized in managing cases for persons who have suffered harms from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Accidents

Committed to legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Unjust Death

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, supplying understanding and experienced legal support to ensure justice.

Spine Injury

Focused on advocating for victims with paralysis, offering compassionate legal representation to secure compensation.

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