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About Carlson Bier Associates

When pursuing legal recourse for Slip and Fall Accidents, having an experienced team on your side is essential. Choose Carlson Bier. As a premier personal injury law firm in Illinois, we possess extensive expertise handling these cases, ensuring clients get the justice they deserve. We distinguish ourselves by prioritizing our clients’ well-being above all else; every case benefits from personalized attention and tailored strategy development, assuring optimal outcomes. At Carlson Bier, we understand that such accidents can cause significant distress both physically and financially— therefore engaging our accomplished attorneys alleviates worries about attaining fair compensation. Moreover, navigating complex litigation processes with utmost finesse has solidified our reputation for being among the foremost authorities in personal injury law pertaining to Slip and Fall Accidents legally represented throughout Illinois including New Berlin’s vicinity where citizens can benefit greatly from compassionate yet formidable representation like ours when dealing with these types of claims.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in New Berlin Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our mission is finding justice for clients who have suffered physical, emotional, and financial harm due to slip and fall accidents. These often-unforeseen incidents can cause severe injuries, including broken bones, concussions or even permanent disabilities. We understand the complexity of these cases as one of Illinois’s most trusted personal injury attorney groups and are here to guide you through the legal process.

A Slip and Fall accident occurs when a person slips, trips or falls on another person’s property due to unsafe conditions or negligence by the property owner. Some common reasons for these accidents encompass uncleared ice or snow, wet floors without suitable warning signs, poor lighting combined with uneven walking surfaces or exposed wires posing an obstacle.

‍• Negligence Duty: To file a lawsuit on these grounds in Illinois, it must be proven that the landowner was negligent in their duty of ensuring safe premises.

• Causation: It must also be established that this neglect caused your fall.

• Damages: Lastly proving to court that losses occurred (medical expenses or loss of income) stemming from the fall and subsequent injuries.

The law states three variables taken into account:

1. The legal designation of the injured party (whether they were invited onto the property,)

2. Whether there was any fault on part of the victim,

3. And if dangerous conditions were obvious enough that any reasonable individual could foresee harm.

Deciphering these factors can seem daunting; at Carlson Bier we dedicate our efforts towards obtaining maximum compensation each client deserves with minimal strain to them.

We secure vital evidence quickly such as surveillance footage before it gets erased. Our experienced team handles communications with insurance companies preventing clients from accidentally saying anything which might damage their case.

Having represented numerous victims of slip-and-fall accidents across Illinois state grounds, we’ve seen first-hand how life-altering these occurrences can be – not just physically but emotionally too; disrupting routine lifestyle or compromising the ability to work.

The personal injury attorneys at Carlson Bier utilize a distinct blend of comprehensive legal knowledge, strategic negotiation skills and fearless advocacy in courtrooms. The fact is that all property owners have an obligation to ensure safe premises; failing this, they should be held accountable.

We understand every client’s circumstance as unique and offer tailored legal services to meet their specific needs. Working on a contingency fee basis ensures clients owe nothing unless we successfully resolve their case.

At Carlson Bier, we know how much a serious fall can adversely impact one’s life. That’s why our dedicated team strives towards fighting for full and fair compensation against responsible parties. Whether from lost wages, medical bills or pain & suffering incurred due to irresponsible conditions – you deserve justice and we are determined to help you achieve it with utmost precision and legality involved.

Understanding your rights after slipping and falling can feel intimidating; but by working with proficient attorneys who have thoroughly understood Illinois law, these complexities turn manageable empowering victims or their families make informed decisions about next course of action.

While reading all this information can provide you some insight into Slip And Fall Accidents –remember every accident has its individual characteristics hence advice best suited may differ too. So if you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence click on the button below now! Discover how much your case could potentially be worth with expert input from an experienced team at Carlson Bier group that proves undeterred dedication towards pursuing maximum compensation clients discrminates us apart from others in this field. Put us on your side today!

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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 New Berlin

Bike Incidents

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

Burn Traumas

Giving professional legal support for people of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Hospital Incompetence

Ensuring expert legal assistance for persons affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Accountability

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, supplying adept legal help to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Abuse

Supporting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble & Stumble Injuries

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

Newborn Damages

Providing legal aid for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Accidents: Dedicated to guiding victims of car accidents get fair compensation for hurts and damages.

Bike Collisions

Committed to providing representation for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Providing professional legal support for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing adequate claims for damages.

Building Crashes

Dedicated to assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or misconduct.

Neurological Impairments

Focused on extending specialized legal services for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Damages

Expertise in tackling cases for persons who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Jogger Collisions

Expert in legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Loss

Fighting for families affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and expert legal support to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Harm

Dedicated to supporting individuals with backbone trauma, offering expert legal representation to secure recovery.

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