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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with a slip and fall accident in Matteson, securing the representation of Carlson Bier is paramount. Comprising seasoned attorneys well-versed in personal injury laws of Illinois, our firm demonstrates unmatched dedication to clients grappling with challenging circumstances as a result of unpredictable accidents. Cautiously navigating through intricate legal terrains associated with slip and fall accidents makes us an ideal ally for victims seeking justice and rightful compensation. We dexterously handle cases linked to unsafe premises including neglected spillage or insufficient lighting that facilitates debilitating incidents. Our firm’s stellar reputation is built on successful case outcomes, exceptional client service, unrivaled knowledge base, exhaustive insights into local courts operation, apart from vast experience dealing with insurance companies’ tactics while negotiating settlements for maximum recompense available under the law. Choose Carlson Bier because we are committed to offering relentless advocacy throughout your pursuit of due justice after unfortunate slip-and-fall incidents—irrespective of instance locality within Illinois—and unflinching support till resolution.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Matteson Illinois

As personal injury attorneys at Carlson Bier, we understand the significant challenges and confusion individuals often confront following Slip and Fall accidents. This legal term describes incidents where an individual becomes injured by slipping, tripping or falling due to unsafe conditions on someone else’s property. Ideally, property owners should ensure their premises are safe; failure to do so might expose them to legal liability for any accidents occurring thereon.

Regardless of whether your incident occurred in a public place like a shopping center, private residence, or even your workplace in Illinois, our seasoned team is always ready to guide you through the complicated process of filing for compensation. The law requires that key conditions must exist before proving negligence on behalf of the property owner or manager effectively:

• The presence of dangerous condition caused directly by the owner’s neglect.

• Inadequacy of warnings on potential risks.

• The property manager knew, or reasonably ought to have known about the hazardous condition.

Giving real satisfaction to each client is what drives us at Carlson Bier. We commit ourselves fully to every case underway, ensuring comprehensive guidance through all essential legal procedures involved. Our services at Carlson Bier encompass everything from piecing together evidence supporting your claim such as disaster scene photographs and medical records indicating personal injuries suffered. Settling these claims involves determining whether there was indeed neglect leading up your slip and fall accident thus meticulousness counts.

Although more complex cases may require court litigation, it’s important not note that many settlements result from insurance company negotiations – therefore making it vital for victims seeking justice work with skilled counsel who can adeptly handle tactful discussions aimed securing fair compensation you deserve.

Often, depending upon severity of injury sustained during slip & fall accidents been seen require extensive medical treatment possibly long-term care which could include physical therapy sessions constant check-ups among others medications etcetera. All these irrespective their high costs will inevitably affect daily life financial status but fear not – thanks competent team lawyers devoted advocating clients’ needs rights Carlson Bier.

Helping people regain control over their lives is at the heart of what we do. Working with us ensures a dedicated legal team that will prioritize your interests, making certain all lawful avenues get explored and the maximum possible compensation gets pursued.

Slip and Fall accidents can have devastating effects on victims but remember you do not need to face these challenging moments alone. Let our experienced legal experts help restore some stability in your life while mitigating the financial fallout associated with such incidents. Consideration for every detail combined with an unyielding pursuit of justice is our commitment to you when handling your Slip and Fall accident case.

We encourage everyone who has been unfortunate enough to suffer from a Slip and Fall accident incident to reach out today. Don’t let complications or confusion discourage you from obtaining suitable representation and taking rightful action after such an experience. Remember, competent counsel could transform complicated situations into manageable undertakings – paving the way for just recompense according to state law specifics.

As you journey through this demanding process, rest assured that commitment, care, and professionalism are values that guide us in upholding your best interest. Make one decisive click on the button below today; discover how much your case may be worth as we strive toward regaining normalcy despite grappling with repercussions resulting from unfortunate fall incidents throughout Illinois.

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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 Matteson

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Focused on legal services for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or dangerous conditions.

Scald Burns

Supplying specialist legal assistance for patients of grave burn injuries caused by incidents or recklessness.

Hospital Carelessness

Offering dedicated legal representation for clients affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Obligation

Managing cases involving defective products, supplying skilled legal help to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Abuse

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring compensation.

Tumble & Stumble Occurrences

Adept in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal representation to clients seeking restitution for their suffering.

Infant Harms

Extending legal aid for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Collisions: Focused on helping patients of car accidents obtain just recompense for wounds and impairment.

Motorbike Collisions

Committed to providing legal services for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for injuries.

Semi Collision

Offering experienced legal services for drivers involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for harms.

Construction Site Mishaps

Engaged in supporting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or irresponsibility.

Brain Impairments

Dedicated to delivering compassionate legal services for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Traumas

Specialized in tackling cases for victims who have suffered wounds from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Collisions

Expert in legal advocacy for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Unwarranted Loss

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and adept legal support to ensure justice.

Backbone Damage

Expert in assisting individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal services to secure redress.

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