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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the unfortunate event of a pedestrian accident, you require exceptional legal representation. Carlson Bier can provide that essential service. Our team’s commitment to meticulous examination and vigorous advocacy ensures the best chances for clients in Norris City requiring assistance with pedestrian accident cases. We acknowledge that pedestrians hold a high risk of severe injuries during such accidents due to their unprotected nature against motor vehicles, hence our approach is thorough and committed to securing rightful compensation. We are proficient in assessing nuanced aspects such as liability assignment, insurance claims navigation, and potential contributory negligence issues. With decades of experience advocating for personal injury victims coupled with a keen understanding of Illinois laws related to pedestrian accidents, we ensure uncompromising dedication towards your case success every step along the way. Personalized client care remains at the heart of our practice; allowing us unparalleled effectiveness when representing pedestrians adversely affected by vehicle collisions within Norris City vicinity and its surroundings. Trust your case with Carlson Bier – real expertise where it truly counts!

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Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Norris City Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are committed to serving victims of pedestrian accidents in Illinois with our expert legal services. Our seasoned team of personal injury attorneys understand the burden that befalls accident victims and their families – from daunting medical bills to loss of income and psychological distress. The focus at Carlson Bier is crystal clear; ensuring you receive comprehensive legal representation that guarantees maximum compensation for your injuries.

A pedestrian accident refers to any instance when an individual walking, running, jogging or otherwise on foot is struck by a vehicle. The results can often be catastrophic considering the vulnerability of a pedestrian against thousands of pounds of fast-moving metal. A victim may suffer severe injuries such as broken bones, brain injuries, spinal cord damage or even death. If you find yourself entangled within this unfortunate circumstance, it’s crucial to know how Illinois law protects your rights.

• It’s noteworthy that Illinois recognizes comparative fault laws whereby if the injured person is less than 50% at fault they can still recover damages.

• Additionally, according to Illinois law, drivers have a responsibility towards pedestrians under what’s called duty of care.

No accident victim should navigate these trying times alone. That’s where we step in – fighting relentlessly on your behalf so you don’t have compromise on anything less than optimum recompense for your trauma.

We not only advocate aggressively but also provide empathetic counsel understanding the hardship faced by those affected. At Carlson Bier our approach involves meticulous assessment and research into each case merging together diligence and compassion aimed towards client satisfaction.

Critical steps subsequent to establishing liability include:

• Full documentation: Creating an in-depth record involving police reports, medical records, witnesses statements etc., which encapsulate all evidence.

• Assessment : Analyzing both immediate impact – like ambulance costs as well as downstream effects- missed workdays and long-term treatment plans

Our forte lies in working alongside medical professionals who offer substantial insights aiding us devise compelling cases advocating maximum claim value.

It’s pivotal to remember – in a pedestrian accident, time is of essence. The statute of limitations in Illinois for personal injury cases is two years from the date of accident. It’s crucial not to wait too long because evidence can quickly disappear or become harder to prove.

Experience sets us apart at Carlson Bier. With unique insights and expertise, we are adeptly geared to successfully navigate complex legal systems that come into play after an unfortunate event. Every claim will find ardently fueled fight within our team, prioritizing your best interest above all else.

At Carlson Bier, leading personal injury attorney firm in Illinois, our contacts span beyond the courtroom encompassing widespread resources allowing us to scrutinize every facet of your case for unrivaled outcomes.

While we deeply empathize with your circumstances, we do more than just sympathize; acting as tenacious champions on your side who are driven by a singular focus– winning maximum compensation for Clients’ damages and injuries.

We want you to feel confident about choosing us. After speaking with one of our experienced attorneys, regardless whether you engage our services or not, you’ll walk away enlightened about your potential claim prospects plus you receive professional advice at zero cost upfront!

Our confidence stems from success stories penned year after year sustaining faith reposed on us by many clients seeking justice post pedestrian accidents. We’ve strategically navigated these legal waters winning justified compensations ensuring voices were heard truthfully and convincingly in courtrooms.

Rest assured – Our top priority has been and always will be safeguarding YOUR rights ensuring dignity during adversities seen only too often after accidents – A staunch promise from everyone here at Carlson Bier!

Shouldn’t you then join others who have trusted their journey towards justice firmly onto us? If it’s YES ( which we instinctively think so!) then please below click-on ‘Case Evaluation.’ Let’s lend impetus helping decide what your case might truly be worth. From Carlson Bier – your exclusively diligent attorneys in Illinois!

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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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Bike Crashes

Proficient in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Flame Traumas

Providing skilled legal assistance for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Medical Malpractice

Offering experienced legal representation for clients affected by clinical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Items Fault

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, offering adept legal assistance to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Mistreatment

Representing the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Fall & Stumble Injuries

Skilled in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking restitution for their injuries.

Birth Traumas

Extending legal assistance for households affected by medical misconduct resulting in newborn injuries.

Auto Incidents

Accidents: Devoted to supporting sufferers of car accidents gain equitable remuneration for damages and destruction.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Dedicated to providing legal advice for individuals involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

Trucking Mishap

Delivering adept legal advice for persons involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for losses.

Building Site Accidents

Committed to defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Neurological Harms

Committed to extending professional legal assistance for clients suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Injuries

Skilled in managing cases for persons who have suffered harms from dog bites or creature assaults.

Jogger Accidents

Focused on legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Unjust Loss

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and professional legal representation to ensure restitution.

Spine Harm

Committed to assisting persons with spine impairments, offering expert legal assistance to secure settlement.

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