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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you’ve been in a car accident, it’s crucial to have competent legal representation. That is where Carlson Bier leaves its mark as an exceptional choice for your case. Renowned in Illinois, they advocate fiercely for their clients’ rights and fight diligently to achieve the maximum compensation possible for losses incurred due to road mishaps. As seasoned attorneys specialized in Car Accident litigation, the team at Carlson Bier stands equipped with vast experience and unrivaled knowledge of auto law intricacies—the ideal recipe towards attaining justice on your behalf.

Their dedication extends far beyond standard service; with a robust commitment to precision and efficiency, Carlson Bier ensures that not even minute details are overlooked—confirming strong cases constructed on factual evidence and compelling narratives.

Car accidents can impose significant emergencies with enduring impacts; emotional distress caused by injuries or damage may cloud judgment leading one seemingly juridically lost! However, partnering with Carlson Bier you’ll discover hope amid adversity—an expert ally relentlessly championing your cause while assuaging post-accident anxieties.

The desire for professional guidance should not be stalled due to geographical location! For those residing within proximate reach of Mattoon seeking proficient legal advice concerning vehicular incidents – choose none other than Carlson Bier; a quality firm taking pride in assisting wherever required.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Mattoon Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a personal injury attorney group worthy of your trust. Our extensive background in a variety of Personal Injury cases, especially regarding car accidents places us as trusted advisors in the field. We understand that each automobile accident case has a unique story behind it and can have devastating effects on the lives of our clients.

Based in the heartland of Illinois, we’re devoted to helping you throughout these challenging times by providing much-needed legal guidance and representation. As seasoned attorneys, we take the time to fully understand all facets of your case and outline the best course for obtaining recovery.

Car accidents often result in severe injuries or even fatalities due to reckless driving, overspeeding, distracted driving or under the influence episodes; it is critical you know what steps to follow immediately after an accident for a successful claim:

– Seek medical help: This should be your topmost priority.

– Document scene and occurrence: If possible, take pictures or videos as evidence.

– Report incident: Notify law enforcement to get official documentation.

– Avoid statements: Anything said can be used against you making it harder to claim compensation

– Contact personal injury lawyer: A professional attorney from Carlson Bier will guide you through this intimidating legal process.

We strive to provide satisfactory results based on solid representation tailored specifically for each client’s needs. Our team signs on every potential lead with full dedication; ensuring that proper protocol is followed from filing paperwork details timely up until reaching settlement agreements.

Achieving justice isn’t simply about identifying who is at fault; it involves taking into account significant aspects related to compensatory damages which include but not limited to medical expenses incurred during treatment procedures (in-patient or out-patient), earnings lost due owing inability caused by physical impairment sustained post-trauma experience surgery rehabilitation costs hanging over one’s head (present/future).

Compensation may extend towards non-economic damages such as distressful suffering trauma-related conditions forcing limit interaction functionality, definitely disrupting aspects. Fast response could avoid depreciation in compensation owing to a statute of limitations imposed by law and increase chances greatly for maximum settlement.

An experienced attorney could bridge the troublesome knowledge gap that often exists when dealing with insurance companies as it involves intricate contract details which may be difficult for those unfamiliar with insurance lingo or have limited knowledge on how the law works.

At Carlson Bier, we prioritize your peace of mind through this process by engaging our team’s comprehensive skills and determined strategy borne out of ample experience within Illinois’ legal framework. We know how to effectively position your case and present solid arguments rooted in both facts and law principles underlining automobile accidents incidences – thereby securing fair settlements or court verdicts should negotiations fail.

Ultimately, venturing into paths untraveled can be daunting; but having a seasoned legal partner reduces anxiety levels significantly. Our attorneys work tirelessly towards obtaining justice acting as reliable shoulders stirring you through these stormy times ensuring you receive due compensation relieving financial burdens associated post-trauma period helping regain stability quickly possible

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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 Mattoon

Bicycle Mishaps

Dedicated to legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Burn Damages

Supplying expert legal support for individuals of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Clinical Carelessness

Providing dedicated legal advice for victims affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Accountability

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, offering expert legal guidance to clients affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Misconduct

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

Stumble & Slip Incidents

Specialist in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking justice for their losses.

Birth Damages

Offering legal support for loved ones affected by medical misconduct resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Collisions

Accidents: Committed to helping patients of car accidents get equitable payout for wounds and harm.

Motorcycle Collisions

Focused on providing legal support for individuals involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Semi Mishap

Offering professional legal services for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for losses.

Building Incidents

Committed to representing workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Harms

Committed to providing specialized legal services for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Traumas

Expertise in addressing cases for clients who have suffered traumas from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Incidents

Focused on legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering restitution.

Unfair Demise

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and skilled legal assistance to ensure justice.

Vertebral Damage

Committed to defending victims with backbone trauma, offering expert legal guidance to secure redress.

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