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About Carlson Bier Associates

When involved in a car accident in McHenry, having an experienced and proactive legal representative can make all the difference. Carlson Bier represents just that – a team of dedicated personal injury lawyers who have achieved remarkable results for their car accident clients. With specialists in motor vehicle law, they relentlessly advocate on your behalf to secure the compensation you’re entitled to amidst traumatic personal experiences. Their commitment is unwavering; whether dealing with insurance companies or facing opposing counsel, every step is taken assertively while accommodating your comfort throughout this challenging process. They understand how crucial swift yet precise legal action is following a vehicular collision while you focus on recovery – physically and emotionally. Their well-versed understanding of Illinois’ traffic laws combined with their extensive case-winning experience propels them as one of the best choices when seeking representation for similar cases.

Navigating post-accident intricacy becomes manageable by entrusting your case to Carlson Bier because Your Recovery Is Our Victory.

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Car Accident Lawyers in McHenry Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury law with an emphasis on automobile accident cases. Based in Illinois, we bring to the table years of experience and extensive knowledge of state traffic laws and insurance procedures. Moreover, our skilled attorneys are renowned for their ability to successfully handle and win car accident claims.

Understanding Car Accidents is essential as they constitute a significant portion of personal injury cases. Taking place due to various reasons such as driver negligence, impairement or unfavorable weather conditions, these incidents can lead to severe physical injuries. Along with physical harm comes emotional distress coupled with financial burdens caused by medical bills or loss of income during the period of recovery.

A noteworthy point about car accidents is that they entail intricate legal matters involving insurance claims and compensations. That’s where professional assistance becomes indispensable:

• Establishing Fault: Determining who is at fault in a car accident may seem straightforward but it can quickly become complicated especially in instances involving multiple vehicles or when the other party disputes their involvement.

• Navigating Insurance Claims: Submitting insurance claims requires detailed paperwork which must precisely demonstrate your entitlement to receive compensation.

• Calculating Damages: Evaluating non-economic losses like pain and suffering requires expert knowledge.

Car Accident cases demand aggressive representation because victims often confront powerful opposition from insurance companies which aim at minimizing payouts wherever possible. This harsh reality makes hiring skilled lawyers crucial since we posses not only legal proficiency necessary for maximum recovery but also empathy required to stand up against these entities feeling compelled to protect their own interests over yours.

The dedicated team at Carlson Bier will conduct thorough investigations into your case ensuring all pertinent facts have been uncovered before making strategic moves towards securing your rightful settlement. We strive towards creating tailor-made solutions since each incident exhibits unique characteristics requiring distinct approaches while offering legal advice that empowers you to make informed decisions regarding your claim all throughout this journey together.

We hold steadfast belief that everyone should have access to stellar legal representation during these trying times no matter financial standing, hence we work based on contingency fee which means you pay nothing till favorable outcome is achieved.

Drawing from our extensive experience in personal injury law field, we realize the importance of maintaining transparent communications with clients throughout legal proceedings. We aim at providing frequent case updates while addressing all inquiries promptly ensuring you remain confident about your case’s progress.

Having underlying comprehensions about Car Accidents backed by adept legal representation greatly increases your chances of obtaining fair compensation for your sufferings. Every step taken towards understanding these incidents brings us closer to fostering safer driving habits ultimately reducing frequency and severity associations thereof.

At Carlson Bier, we are committed to delivering excellence in every case holding steadfast belief that every client deserves justice. If you or a loved one has been involved in a car accident and dealing with aftermath repercussions alone seems daunting, do not hesitate to reach out for professional assistance. Trusted advice can make all difference when it comes down fighting for what you’re rightfully owed as per Illinois law.

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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 McHenry

Bicycle Accidents

Dedicated to legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or hazardous conditions.

Flame Damages

Giving expert legal advice for people of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Hospital Incompetence

Extending experienced legal services for persons affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Responsibility

Managing cases involving dangerous products, extending professional legal assistance to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Misconduct

Defending the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to neglect in nursing homes environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble & Slip Occurrences

Skilled in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to clients seeking redress for their damages.

Infant Harms

Offering legal assistance for kin affected by medical misconduct resulting in childbirth injuries.

Motor Accidents

Accidents: Concentrated on helping victims of car accidents receive reasonable settlement for wounds and damages.

Motorbike Accidents

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

18-Wheeler Collision

Providing expert legal support for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for damages.

Building Site Accidents

Committed to supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or negligence.

Head Traumas

Specializing in ensuring expert legal advice for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Traumas

Proficient in dealing with cases for persons who have suffered damages from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Accidents

Specializing in legal services for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Wrongful Loss

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and professional legal support to ensure fairness.

Spine Trauma

Dedicated to representing patients with backbone trauma, offering professional legal services to secure redress.

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