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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the aftermath of a slip and fall accident in Mechanicsburg, seeking representation from the accomplished law firm Carlson Bier can make all difference. Composed of skilled personal injury attorneys, including experts on slip and fall accidents cases, the team at Carlson Bier stands ready to provide exceptional legal assistance. Their deep-rooted understanding is backed by an exemplary record of successfully representing clients who have experienced such incidents due to factors beyond their control. This includes hazardous conditions like wet floors, unsafe construction zones or poorly lit areas that resulted in severe injuries. Carlson Bier’s commitment is unwavering; they prioritize your rights and strive for full compensation for your pain, distress as well as financial losses related to medical bills or lost wages from time off work. When it comes to excellent track records with slip and fall accidents cases specifically targeting Mechanicsburg victims’ needs—Carlson Bier demonstrates repeatedly its proficiency regardless where you reside within Illinois state borders.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Mechanicsburg Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a group of dedicated attorneys specializing in personal injury cases located right here in Illinois. Our expertise covers an array of incidents, including one of the most common yet overlooked accidents – slips and falls. These accidents can happen anywhere, whether it be outside on an icy sidewalk or inside a grocery store with a newly mopped floor – and are surprisingly prevalent. Here’s what you need to know about Slip and Fall Accidents:

• The primary cause behind slip and fall accidents is often a hazardous condition that has been negligently left unattended by the property owner or manager.

• Injuries from these accidents could severely impact your life physically and financially; injuries range from minor bruises to severe bone fractures or even traumatic brain injuries.

• Liable parties may include homeowners, landlords, business owners (commercial properties), employers (workplace), city or county government (public sidewalks & parks).

• Establishing proof of negligence and liability is crucial. This involves demonstrating three key points: that there was indeed a dangerous condition; the owner knew, or should have known about said condition; negligence in addressing the situation caused your fall.

At Carlson Bier, we understand how stressful dealing with a Slip-and-Fall incident can be. That’s why our team provides comprehensive legal support throughout every step of your case while keeping you informed about each development.

As experts in this field of law, we assemble compelling evidence needed to establish liability for your accident. We’ll thoroughly analyze medical reports to accurately assess damages related to your physical injuries along with emotional distress, lost wages due to absence from work, future therapy-related expenses among others.

We’re aware how intimidating understanding lawsuits surrounding slip-and-fall cases can feel particularly with nuances under Illinois premises liability laws. One such intricacy being if someone contributes towards their own accident-in any degree-they can still recover damages albeit reduced as per their contribution percentage(following modified comparative fault rule).

While the detailed legal procedures can often be daunting, remember that you do not have to navigate through this by yourself. By choosing Carlson Bier as your partner in this journey, you are investing in a powerful team devoted to protecting your rights and interests.

Moving forward after a slip-and-fall accident can seem overwhelming but we’re here to ensure you don’t bear unjustified burdens due to another’s negligence. As experienced personal injury attorneys, our mission extends beyond obtaining compensation for clients – it also involves empowering them with knowledge needed to safeguard their future health and financial security.

With us on your side, rest assured that every possible strategy will be explored, each relevant detail meticulously investigated so you receive the justice owed unto you. We’re committed towards delivering exceptional legal representation while maintaining utmost empathy because at the end of the day – we’re not just fighting for your claim; we’re fighting for YOU.

Has a slip-and-fall accident turned your life upside down? Are mounting medical bills making it harder for you to recover peacefully? It’s time to seek expert help – because waiting could make all the difference between securing apt compensation or bearing unnecessary costs. Ensure that whoever is responsible is duly held accountable – Click on the button below NOW to find out how much your case is worth. With Carlson Bier on your side, together we’ll march towards gaining fair retribution step by step – because YOU deserve JUSTICE!

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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 Mechanicsburg

Bike Mishaps

Expert in legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or hazardous conditions.

Fire Wounds

Supplying skilled legal help for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Clinical Carelessness

Ensuring specialist legal representation for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Commodities Fault

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, providing specialist legal support to victims affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Neglect

Protecting the rights of elders who have been subjected to mistreatment in nursing homes environments, ensuring fairness.

Stumble and Tumble Occurrences

Specialist in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking redress for their injuries.

Infant Traumas

Offering legal guidance for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Accidents

Mishaps: Focused on aiding victims of car accidents secure equitable compensation for harms and harm.

Bike Incidents

Specializing in providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

18-Wheeler Collision

Providing expert legal advice for persons involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just recompense for losses.

Building Crashes

Concentrated on supporting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Cognitive Harms

Specializing in delivering expert legal assistance for victims suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Harms

Expertise in handling cases for individuals who have suffered wounds from dog bites or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Accidents

Focused on legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Unjust Death

Working for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, providing sensitive and experienced legal representation to ensure fairness.

Spinal Cord Harm

Committed to assisting clients with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal representation to secure recovery.

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