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When confronted with the aftermath of a construction site accident, finding qualified and effective legal representation is essential. Carlson Bier stands out as an exceptional choice for this expertise in serving clients throughout Illinois. Renowned for their depth of knowledge in handling Construction Site Accident claims, their team diligently peruse every detail to ensure you gain maximum compensation after your ordeal. They are fully aware that construction sites can be wrought with potential dangers – heavy machinery mishaps, falls from height or scaffolding accidents being everyday realities. Swiftly reacting to such incidents could make all the difference between justice served or debts incurred from lost wages and medical expenses. With years of experience under their belt, they bring unmatched vigor and commitment towards defending your rights while helping you navigate through complex litigation processes seamlessly. Their assertive yet considerate approach differentiates them within the myriad options available today – Making Carlson Bier not just another personal injury lawyer firm in Illinois but a trusted partner to turn towards when facing adversity.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Near South Side Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are keenly aware of the hazards that construction workers face every day. As personal injury attorneys grounded in Illinois, our mission is to make sure you’re not just another statistic when accidents occur on construction sites. Our specialized legal team stands ready to assist if you, a family member, or other loved one has been injured in a construction site accident.

Construction site accidents can have catastrophic consequences; they often result in severe injuries or even fatalities. Common types of incidents include falls from heights, electrocutions and burns, machinery malfunctions, building collapses, and exposure to toxic substances. These risks underscore the necessity for safety procedures; unfortunately, when these safety measures falter – whether due to negligence or disregard – the results can be devastating.

•     Workers are subject to falls: Slips and trips are common occurrences which can have disastrous outcomes such as spinal cord injuries, fractures and brain damage.

•    Electrocution or burn injuries: These occur owing largely to exposed wires or improper grounding of electrical components.

•    Machinery failure: Unsafe operation of heavy-duty machinery can lead to life-altering injuries like amputations or crushing injuries.

•    Building collapses: Inadequate support mechanisms might cause buildings under construction to collapse leading to serious harm.

•    Exposure situations: Workers may be exposed on job sites to harmful chemicals that can cause respiratory illnesses, cancer and skin conditions.

At Carlson Bier we understand how traumatic a construction site accident injury can be. The aftermath leaves victims needing costly medical care while being unable provide for themselves financially because they are temporarily sidetracked from work. Furthermore it induces emotional distress caused by sensory pain and hardship.This is where our law firm steps in advocating tirelessly on your behalf. You don’t need added stress or pressure during this challenging time…that’s why at Carlson Bier our experienced lawyers take up all aspects of your claim so that you can focus solely on your recovery.

When representing you, Our attorneys diligently investigate to unearth the true cause of your accident. They’ll gather evidence, interview witnesses, pore over company safety records and minute construction details at the accident site. All this ensures they bring together a robust case accentuating compensation for lost wages, pain and suffering, current and future medical expenses among other damages incurred during your ordeal.

Let’s make one thing clear—navigating through these complexities need not be solitary! We’re here…ready to guide our clients through every step and legal procedure in their journey towards rightful justice.A Carlson Bier attorney is constantly prepared to take up queries, provide sound legal advice demystify legalese jargon ensuring it’s simple enough for anyone to understand. Such meticulous handling of cases has awarded us reputation growth throughout Illinois as personal injury lawyers known to secure satisfactory settlements and verdicts.

Before you take any action following a construction accident injury, engage a seasoned professional who understands the nuances linked with such situations. Every decision made after an unfortunate occurrence could potentially impact negatively on your claim if wrongly executed. That’s why we encourage persons affected by construction accidents to contact us promptly. At-your-pace consultations are available wherein an attorney from our team will assess your situation providing an honest evaluation regarding potential settlement prospects.

Remember: no two accidents are alike each having unique contributing factors and varying degrees of injuries along-with adverse effects. With our custom-tailored service approach at Carlson Bier; rest assured we will treat your case distinctively valuing not just its monetary worth but also appreciating its emotional cost born out of hardship borne specifically by yourself or a loved one.

Excused yourselves from bearing undue weight of unanswered questions revolving around complex legal procedures. Let Clarke Law help tailor solutions designed exclusively around needs specific each construction accident victim and lead way towards swift relief availing highest possible dollar amount due as compensation . Click on the button below to discover just what we can do for you allowing circumstances of your case to be evaluated by experienced professionals at Carlson Bier. It’s time for your legal needs to receive due attention and become our utmost priority, today. The assessment is free and unbinding—no strings attached. Together, let’s find out how much compensation rightfully belongs to you.

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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 Near South Side

Pedal Cycle Incidents

Focused on legal representation for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' lack of care or risky conditions.

Scald Wounds

Offering specialist legal advice for individuals of severe burn injuries caused by events or carelessness.

Physician Incompetence

Delivering dedicated legal representation for patients affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Obligation

Handling cases involving dangerous products, supplying adept legal assistance to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Neglect

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring protection.

Stumble & Stumble Accidents

Skilled in managing trip accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking redress for their suffering.

Birth Traumas

Extending legal aid for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in birth injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Collisions: Dedicated to helping sufferers of car accidents gain appropriate compensation for harms and harm.

Motorbike Crashes

Focused on providing legal advice for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Trucking Collision

Extending adept legal advice for victims involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing rightful recompense for hurts.

Construction Site Collisions

Focused on advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Cerebral Harms

Focused on offering dedicated legal advice for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Harms

Adept at tackling cases for clients who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Dedicated to legal support for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Demise

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and professional legal assistance to ensure fairness.

Vertebral Impairment

Committed to representing patients with backbone trauma, offering professional legal support to secure recovery.

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