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For residents of Mound City grappling with the aftermath of a construction site accident, seeking skilled legal counsel is essential. In such circumstances, Carlson Bier—an esteemed Illinois-based law firm—is an ideal choice for your legal representation. Specializing in personal injury law, their expertise in constructing robust cases for victims of construction site accidents is second to none. The lawyers at Carlson Bier possess intimate knowledge of federal and state regulations concerning workplace safety and contractor liability. This equips them skillfully to extract requisite evidence from complex construction environments which can often make or break a case. Their unwavering commitment has led to sizable settlements for numerous clients who suffered due to negligent contractors or insufficient safety protocols on worksites. Timeliness also defines the service at Carlson Bier as they understand that swift action brings about the most favorable results when dealing with insurance companies and cost recovery litigation following these devastating incidents. Hence trust your lawsuit needs only with experienced attorneys like those found at Carlson Bier—a trusted resource for victims looking within Mound City’s boundaries.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Mound City Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that construction sites are fraught with potential danger and that accidents can and do occur despite safety regulations. Construction site accidents often lead to serious injuries, or worse, permanent disability or even death. If you or a loved one has been a victim of such circumstances, it is essential to know your rights and the compensation you may be entitled to.

Statistically speaking, many thousands of workers suffer from total fatalities or debilitatingly severe injuries each year due to construction site incidents. These include falls from heights, electrocutions, struck by an object or machinery malfunctions among other unfortunate eventuality. We have compiled some key factors pertaining to construction accident law for your understanding:

• Workers’ Compensation: The majority of construction workers injured on the job are covered under their employer’s workers’ compensation insurance policy that caters for medical costs and reimburses lost wages whilst recovery.

• Personal Injury Lawsuits: In cases where negligence contributed directly to the injury suffered at a construction site, victims retain their right to pursue personal injury litigation against the party responsible.

• Product Liability Claim: If machinery failure caused by faulty manufacturing leads directly to the accident causing harm on a construction worker, theories of products liability can often seek damages against manufacturers of equipment.

• Wrongful Death Claim: Tragically in instances where severe mishaps led to fatality of the worker involved, surviving family members can file wrongful death claims against negligent parties including employers who failed providing adequate workplace conditions.

Here at Carlson Bier firm located in Illinois, we make sure all these rights are adhered to. Our seasoned personal injury attorneys possess extensive experience handling varying types of claims involving different trades within construction industry circles like plumbers, electricians carpenters etc as well as third-party subcontractors working on-site concurrently.

By representing clients effectively across state lines with staunch aggressiveness dedication empathy compassion towards those injured pairs with high professional acumen using data-driven methodologies do we proactively conduct exhaustive investigation into gathering strong evidences corroborating victim’s lawsuit. Ranging from contacting witnesses, procuring blueprints related construction projects, diligently examining safety records even exploring manufacturer’s past record concerning faulty machinery – our attorneys leave no stone unturned towards building successful case for clients.

It is fundamental right and need of every individual to work in a safe environment; an injury should not impact the financial stability and emotional well-being of an injured worker or their family. We are committed to ensure that victims receive fair compensation for medical costs, lost wages, any fellow subsidiary out-of-pocket expenses as well as circumstantial non-economic damages like pain suffering physical impairment disfigurement etc addressing individual intricacies suitable each unique instance case wise.

At Carlson Bier law firm we endeavor tirelessly towards sustaining this struggle for justice bearing in mind you deserve reparation significant extent detain rightful recompense come what may. If you’ve suffered serious harm akin believe culprit negligently caused untoward accident upon inquiry head further thus retaining folks deemed necessary will be only option particularly when your livelihood stake thereby guiding appropriately across complex legalities personal injury laws throughout judicial pursuance navigating confidently realizing justifications merit adversarial standing forthrightly within courtroom premises ensuing settlement negotiation tips favorably favor ensuring vindicated achieving predominant outcome every instance once choose us caravan through trial proceedings shoulder-to-shoulder during dire times pressing needs

Right here on our website, there is more information awaiting regarding your rights under Illinois law following a construction site accident. Time can be of essence while exploring certain construction accident claims so don’t hesitate to act quickly. Click on the button below and learn more about potential compensation you could receive by claiming for your rightful recovery today! Every case stands to bear different form magnitude context-wise hence assessing probable compensatory verdict shall be ideal preliminary step taking guided action ahead imperative precept data pattern awareness–remember every consultation with us completely confidential without any obligation whatsoever. We are here to assist you, because at Carlson Bier, our clients come first.

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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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Construction Site Accidents FAQ​

The most common causes of construction site accidents in Chicago include:

  • Falls: Falls from heights are the leading cause of fatalities on construction sites.
  • Struck-by accidents: Struck-by accidents occur when workers are hit by falling objects, moving vehicles, or other equipment.
  • Electrocutions: Electrocutions can occur when workers come into contact with live wires or electrical equipment.
  • Caught-in/between accidents: Caught-in/between accidents occur when workers are caught between two moving objects or between a moving object and a stationary object.
  • Overexertion injuries: Overexertion injuries can occur when workers lift heavy objects or perform repetitive tasks.

If you are injured in a construction site 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 your supervisor and to OSHA. OSHA is the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and they are responsible for investigating workplace accidents.
  • Contact a construction site accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a construction site 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 person or company responsible for your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a construction site 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 personal 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 construction site 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 Mound City

Bicycle Crashes

Proficient in legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or dangerous conditions.

Flame Injuries

Giving skilled legal support for people of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Healthcare Negligence

Providing dedicated legal representation for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Products Accountability

Taking on cases involving faulty products, supplying expert legal help to clients affected by defective items.

Geriatric Neglect

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to neglect in aged care environments, ensuring protection.

Stumble and Trip Injuries

Specialist in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking recovery for their harm.

Infant Wounds

Delivering legal help for families affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Incidents: Focused on assisting sufferers of car accidents obtain just recompense for injuries and damages.

Bike Crashes

Expert in providing legal support for victims involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

Semi Collision

Offering specialist legal representation for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate claims for hurts.

Worksite Mishaps

Concentrated on assisting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Neurological Impairments

Specializing in offering specialized legal services for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Traumas

Specialized in dealing with cases for clients who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Committed to legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Loss

Fighting for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and experienced legal guidance to ensure redress.

Neural Harm

Committed to assisting clients with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal services to secure redress.

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