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About Carlson Bier Associates

When seeking representation, your choice of legal counsel can have a monumental impact on the potential outcome. In unfortunate events such as car accidents, one name stands out in Illinois — Carlson Bier. Our team epitomizes expertise, demonstrating an unshakeable command of state regulations to help you navigate through hardships. Skilled at unraveling the complexity surrounding auto collisions and injury claims, our proficient attorneys tirelessly work for justice while aiming to eliminate extra stress from your life. What distinguishes Carlson Bier is their unwavering commitment to clients — they embrace cases with exemplary dedication and tenacity that are unparalleled in this field of law practice. You’ll find a high level of transparency throughout each step along with seasoned advice tailored for specific situations; robust advocacy regardless whether disputes resolve via settlements or escalate into litigation phases; all forms part of their professional pledge towards prioritizing client interests always! Looking beyond accident related trauma toward resolution? Make Carlson Bier your preferred partner for assured quality representation during tumultuous times.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Mazon Illinois

When life throws the unexpected at you in terms of a car accident, it is integral to know your rights and options. Carlson Bier steps forward as a trusted name among personal injury attorney groups in Illinois. We focus primarily on providing top-notch legal services for victims involved in car accidents. As esteemed lawyers with years of experience and specialized training, we understand the far-reaching effects of such unfortunate events upon people’s lives.

Car accidents often result not only in physical fallout but also emotional trauma and financial burden that can linger long after the incident. You may face mounting medical bills, loss of wages due to incapacitation, or even prolonged rehabilitation costs. This is where having Carlson Bier by your side becomes pivotal; we assist you through every step of the legal process to ensure you receive due compensation for all injuries sustained – both economic and non-economic damages following an auto accident.

There are certain crucial points one must consider post-accidents:

• Documenting everything – Be sure to maintain clear records pertaining to the event.

• Seeking immediate medical attention – Ensure this even if injuries are not immediately apparent; some can manifest days or weeks later.

• Not admitting guilt prematurely – Statements made at accident scenes can be misconstrued leaving room for misplaced culpability.

Rest assured, with Carlson Bier representing you, these issues will be sufficiently addressed along with many more complex aspects catering to individual cases.

It might sound daunting initially understanding all repercussions related to your accident; this makes our role as dedicated personal injury attorneys essential. Our work encompasses prerequisites such as determining liability which plays into ensuring rightful compensation is processed promptly. We also stay updated about stipulated deadlines in filing lawsuits according to statutes in Illinois since failing to meet these could negatively affect your claims.

We offer exhaustive layers of services that reach beyond court settlements dealing cogently with stubborn insurance companies who invariably seek ways to reduce their liability pay-outs following collisions. Many unsuspecting victims find themselves trapped in an intricate web spun by insurance companies, denying them rightful compensation. Over the years, we’ve honed our skills to adeptly handle such issues, thus asserting ourselves as formidable representation against such tactics.

Navigating through the aftermath of a vehicular collision can be overwhelming. It’s paralyzing grappling with unfamiliar legal jargon and processes while dealing with physical or emotional pain resulting from your unfortunate accident. Carlson Bier is committed to alleviating these burdens making sure that every client receives the personal attention they deserve; no query too big or minor will go unanswered.

Our client testimonials serve as a testament to our dedication towards each case—standing right beside clients on their journey to recovery and financial restitution post-accidents. We have a persevering team consistently focused on providing personalized legal strategies designed around individual case details—Illinois car injury victims are not just another file number for us at Carlson Bier.

In order to give you complete transparency regarding your case implications, provide straightforward advice related to assessment of rightful claim amount, and help understand any other underlying aspects directly influencing your action course after a car accident—Feel free and click the button below! Empower yourself with all necessary information aligning your road back to normalcy without delay. Find out how much your case could potentially be worth – Carlson Bier is here waiting eagerly to advocate for you at this challenging time in life’s highway!

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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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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 Mazon

Bike Crashes

Proficient in legal advocacy for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' carelessness or perilous conditions.

Scald Injuries

Extending expert legal assistance for people of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Physician Negligence

Delivering expert legal services for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Fault

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, providing specialist legal services to consumers affected by defective items.

Senior Malpractice

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

Stumble & Stumble Injuries

Skilled in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking redress for their suffering.

Neonatal Harms

Providing legal assistance for loved ones affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Incidents: Concentrated on supporting victims of car accidents obtain appropriate remuneration for wounds and destruction.

Motorbike Accidents

Focused on providing legal assistance for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for damages.

Truck Accident

Providing specialist legal support for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for harms.

Building Collisions

Focused on advocating for staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Cognitive Impairments

Expert in delivering professional legal advice for persons suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Harms

Skilled in tackling cases for clients who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Focused on legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Wrongful Passing

Standing up for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and professional legal support to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Damage

Committed to defending persons with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure compensation.

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