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When dealing with Slip And Fall Accidents, it’s crucial to secure top-notch representation. Carlson Bier is the law firm you need for just that–we are known as premier personal injury attorneys deeply versed in all laws and intricacies surrounding these accidents. Our decades-long expertise upholds clients’ rights vigorously, consistently securing substantial compensations in myriad of such cases we have handled throughout Illinois state. At the heart of our dedication lies a committed team trained to strategize around each case uniquely based on its specific details. As lawyers who deal extensively with circumstances like slip-and-fall-accidents, we understand how life-altering these experiences can be which is why every client’s struggle becomes personally significant to us at Carlson Bier thereby ensuring best possible outcome for those impacted.The complexities of Illinois law require apt knowledge and experience that not many firms possess -yet are staple at Carson Bier.You don’t merely need attorneys;you necessitate advocates.Here at Carson Bier, precisely what you get.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Murphysboro Illinois

Welcome to the expertly curated webpage of Carlson Bier, a personal injury law firm situated in Illinois renowned for its sterling track record when it comes to Slip and Fall cases. Our dedicated team of highly competent attorneys strive diligently to provide first-rate services that consistently deliver successful results for our clients.

Slip and fall accidents, also often referred as premises liability cases, can occur anywhere–from supermarkets, private residences to workplaces–leading to severe injuries like fractures or concussions. These accidents are typically caused due to slick surfaces, poor lighting conditions, building code violations or uneven flooring among other reasons.

What makes these incidents more alarming is their unpredictability; you never expect yourself falling over a banana skin in a convenience store leading to debilitating consequences – both physical and financial. As per proven studies, victims undergoing serious injuries from slip-and-fall accidents have been burdened by hospital bills exceeding thousands of dollars owing to prolonged treatment procedures. This does not factor in the lost earnings during ones recuperation period which further aggravates the aftermath.

Now here are few key things about why choosing Carlson Bier might be your best approach:

•We possess an impressive history of tackling complex litigation issues related with slip-and-fall cases.

•Our reputation extends beyond just achieving swift settlements but encompass reaching resolutions that take care of our clients past, present yet future needs.

•Armored with vast experience confronting insurance companies we strategize accordingly ensuring no unfair settlement is agreed upon at any given point.

Our attorneys stand prepared assisting clients everyday on how they can recover compensation against their injuries incurred due rampant negligence of others. We understand everyone’s right accessing justice under Illinois law thus leave no stone unturned safeguarding this fact especially through result-oriented legal representation.

Next comes understanding if you possess a valid claim in the very first place? A simple trip doesn’t entitle one pursuing legal action but you must prove another party’s direct negligence led towards accident thereby causing significant damages. Highlighting such negligence often requires the need of an experienced personal injury attorney who can leverage necessary resources pinpointing liability.

Drawing a significant importance in understanding how each slip-and-fall claim calls for evaluating multiple factors we ensure that our clients are adequately informed throughout each step, this is achieved by means of clearing out any confusion rather keeping the communication channels transparent and open at all times.

Navigating through potential hazards, asphyxiating insurance lingos or complex legal landscapes can seem like a daunting task but having Carlson Bier by your side ensures premier legal insights and robust guidance from a team who lives and breathes personal injury law.

As staunch believers in accountability we urge property owners to take adequate safety measures because sometimes even seemingly minor falls could spiral into life-altering injuries. It is during these instances when you should lean on us to fight for your rightful compensation against medical expenses, lost wages or emotional distress hence restoring some semblance of equilibrium back into your life.

Valuing human health over everything else, it’s just another day at Carlson Bier working diligently in guarding client rights while bringing about justice for released grievances caused due neglectful actions of others. We understand that you don’t just want to hire a lawyer; you demand justice.

In order to facilitate better understanding regarding the viability related towards individual cases, click the button below so as to access our user-friendly claim evaluation tool specially designed for your convenience. Let Carlson Bier guide you through this challenging phase of life ensuring every single penny rightfully owed fighting alongside with unmatched legal expertise and relentless dedication.

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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 Murphysboro

Bicycle Mishaps

Proficient in legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others' indifference or perilous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Extending specialist legal services for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Healthcare Negligence

Delivering specialist legal advice for persons affected by medical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Products Liability

Handling cases involving faulty products, supplying professional legal guidance to customers affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Misconduct

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

Tumble & Stumble Accidents

Skilled in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking redress for their losses.

Infant Traumas

Providing legal help for families affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Crashes: Concentrated on assisting sufferers of car accidents gain reasonable recompense for damages and losses.

Motorbike Mishaps

Expert in providing legal support for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for harm.

Trucking Mishap

Delivering adept legal support for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing fair recompense for damages.

Building Accidents

Concentrated on supporting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Harms

Expert in extending professional legal assistance for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Harms

Expertise in tackling cases for people who have suffered harms from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Dedicated to legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Unwarranted Fatality

Fighting for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and skilled legal guidance to ensure justice.

Backbone Harm

Dedicated to assisting persons with vertebral damage, offering expert legal representation to secure compensation.

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