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When encountering a construction site accident in New Berlin, engaging the services of a proficient law group like Carlson Bier can make all the difference. Our team possesses an unrivaled understanding of personal injury law, especially as it pertains to construction site accidents. With thorough knowledge and experience handling complex cases, we help navigate through legal complexities with ease and confidence. Count on us for compelling representation; we advocate fervently for accident victims’ rights while striving to restore their peace of mind during trying times. At Carlson Bier, our unyielding dedication goes beyond winning compensation —we seek justice.

Our track record speaks for itself – numerous construction site workers have benefited from our unique approach that combines aggressive strategies with empathetic understanding if a case so demands; ensuring your needs are met at every turn is what sets us apart. Opting for Carlson Bier translates into collaborating with seasoned attorneys who employ their legal acumen and strategic negotiation skills towards securing maximum benefits possible under Illinois law after grave incidents.

Don’t let a construction site accident unsettle you – allow Carlson Bier’s skilled lawyers assist you in regaining control by fighting aggressively yet conscientiously on your behalf.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in New Berlin Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are committed to providing comprehensive and expert advice regarding personal injury claims in the field of construction site accidents. Amidst the law’s complexity, our knowledgeable attorneys unravel the threads of legality for you, offering an understandable account of the situation. We leverage decades of our collective experience to protect your rights and ensure that justice is served swiftly.

Operating vast machinery, dealing with colossal structures, handling hazardous materials—these all constitute a regular day on a construction site. With such an intrinsic risk level, it is crucial to understand your legal rights if you’ve suffered a personal injury in these places. Accidents can occur due to numerous reasons like equipment malfunctioning or safety guidelines non-compliance onsite. These incidents may lead to severe physical injuries requiring immediate medical attention or long-term care.

• Falling from heights: This includes falling off roofs, scaffolds, cranes, or ladders—a typical yet high-risk accident on any construction site.

• Being struck by objects: Workers can be hit by heavy machinery parts or other falling pieces.

• Electrocution: Faulty wiring or using power tools incorrectly could lead to electrical shock.

• Getting caught in/between items: Occurs when people get stuck between moving equipment or stationary objects.

Undoubtedly, recovering from such injuries requires not only extensive medical treatment but also a significant amount of time away from work. The financial implications often tend to become insurmountable obstacles.

As experts in Personal Injury Law at Carlson Bier advocate for your right to compensation under such circumstances. We investigate each case meticulously while considering every minute detail—from reviewing safety procedures’ implementation onsite during the incident—to closely scrutinizing potential third-party liability—it’s essential that all bases are covered so as not leaving room for any discrepancies that might affect your claim negatively.

Furthermore, our team helps decipher complicated health insurance policies and advocates for deserving coverage on your end as part of accident-related expense recovery strategies—a paramount aspect of ensuring you receive apt treatment sans compromising financially due to the same. Our commitment to client satisfaction is evidenced by the commendable track record we boast in obtaining successful judgments, verdicts, and settlements in personal injury cases related to construction site accidents.

Simultaneously, it’s essential to understand that laws surrounding construction site accident claims can differ based on your employment status—at Carlson Bier, we ensure light gets shed on these nuances as well. For instance, independent contractors may have different rights compared with permanent employees. Knowing these intricacies help determine if filing a lawsuit versus applying for worker’s compensation would be a more viable route for claim redressal—our experts guide you in making this choice intelligently and effectively.

Remember—you have the right to compensation when suffering injuries caused by someone else’s negligence or non-compliance of safety measures at a construction site—it’s integral that awareness about this right pervades comprehensively and extensively across all levels of our society—and that’s precisely where we come into play!

Don’t let worries about hefty legal fees deter you from seeking rightful justice—Carlson Bier operates mainly through contingency wherein our charges apply only after successfully securing your deserved compensation sum—a manifestation of our core belief that quality legal assistance shouldn’t hinge upon monetary affordability.

Every case comes with its unique set of circumstances—thus warranting personalized attention—to aid in unraveling exactly how much your specific case holds worth towards getting justly compensated—an initiative Carlson Bier champions unreservedly. Don’t hesitate any further—the first step toward recovering what you deserve starts here! Take action today. Click on the button below – discover the value held within your case promptly and efficiently under professional assessment carried out intensively by our experienced panel overturning every possibility towards realizing your best advantage point legally! At Carlson Bier—we assertively advocate for 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 New Berlin

Bicycle Mishaps

Expert in legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or unsafe conditions.

Fire Burns

Offering specialist legal assistance for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Physician Carelessness

Providing specialist legal representation for victims affected by clinical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Obligation

Handling cases involving problematic products, extending adept legal services to customers affected by harmful products.

Senior Abuse

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in nursing homes environments, ensuring fairness.

Tumble & Slip Incidents

Professional in handling tumble accident cases, providing legal advice to clients seeking justice for their injuries.

Newborn Harms

Offering legal support for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Incidents: Devoted to assisting individuals of car accidents obtain appropriate remuneration for harms and losses.

Motorcycle Incidents

Committed to providing legal support for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring just recovery for losses.

18-Wheeler Accident

Providing specialist legal support for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing rightful settlement for harms.

Construction Site Mishaps

Engaged in defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or negligence.

Cerebral Traumas

Expert in ensuring professional legal advice for victims suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Traumas

Skilled in tackling cases for clients who have suffered harms from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Jogger Collisions

Focused on legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Unfair Loss

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and expert legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Spinal Cord Injury

Focused on advocating for individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering compassionate legal representation to secure justice.

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