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About Carlson Bier Associates

When seeking legal representation for slip and fall accidents in Northfield, choosing Carlson Bier is a testament to excellent legal acumen. Our main focus lies within handling challenging personal injury cases, including the complex Slip And Fall Accidents. With decades of experience in Illinois law, we carry an unrivaled understanding of this field’s intricacies. Clients benefit from our exceptional dedication to their cause; Carlson Bier leaves no stone unturned when it comes to fighting for your rightful compensation post such accidents’ grueling circumstances. We incorporate every viable strategy that increases the success chances of your case further bolstered by our proven track record in winning substantial settlements for similar incidents previously handled. Put simply; you’re not just hiring a law firm with us but partnering with relentless advocates committed to securing justice for your pain and suffering following the Slip And Fall Accident you are dealing with today.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Northfield Illinois

Slip and fall accidents are common yet involve complex legal aspects that require the expertise of an experienced personal injury attorney. At Carlson Bier, we bring insight, tenacity, and a thorough understanding of Illinois laws to every case we handle. Based in Illinois, our primary goal is ensuring your rights are upheld while securing the compensation you deserve following a slip and fall incident.

When it comes to slip and fall accidents, several factors may be at play. These accidents often result from unsafe conditions such as wet or slippery floors, poor lighting, uneven surfaces, improper maintenance, or hidden hazards. As competent professionals in this domain of law, we investigate each factor meticulously to determine negligence and liability.

• Establishing Fault: Not all mishaps spell liability for property owners or occupiers. Our firm puts its best foot forward by demonstrating that the accident resulted entirely from the negligence on part of the owner/occupier.

• Documenting Evidence: We place immense value on gathering compelling evidence fundamental for building a robust claim.

• Medical Records & Bill Validation: Accurate medical records substantiating your injuries stand as pivotal elements in arguing your ailment severity.

Understanding the Statute of Limitation rule holds equal significance. In Illinois under most circumstances, an injured person has two years from their date of accident to file a lawsuit against potential defendants. Employing dexterous personal injury attorneys like Carlson Bier proactively addresses these time constraints preventing you from losing out due to overdue deadlines.

Financial burden can escalate dramatically with physical injuries demanding immediate treatment besides altering lives permanently in severe cases where loss of income also becomes imminent. This is where determination of fair compensation arises:

• Medical Costs: It includes both present hospitalization expenses along with future needs emerging from sustained wounds.

• Loss Of Income: You’re entitled to remuneration covering earnings lost during recovery periods including diminished earning capacity resulting from disability.

• Pain And Suffering: Mental trauma, loss of consortium and decline in quality of life due to injuries also finds place as a compensation determinant.

• Punitive Damages: In instances where the defendant’s conduct was especially egregious, punitive damages may be awarded.

The Carlson Bier team pledges to explore every avenue for maximum recovery. We operate on a contingent fee basis; meaning we don’t get paid unless you do. Our commitment is to guide you through the legal process making it easier whilst securing true justice with due restitution.

While proficiently handling cases from every corner of Illinois, professional ethics dictate us not misrepresent our physical presence. It is crucial that potential clients understand this aspect, deciding on their legal partners based on competencies and not misguided geographical assertions.

Your next step towards justice begins right here at Carlson Bier. Get diligent attorneys who comprehend your trauma stand steadfast by your side, educating you about your rights while uncompromisingly fighting for due reparation. Remember each case brings different challenges – doesn’t imply its value should remain concealed just because assessing becomes difficult initially.

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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 Northfield

Pedal Cycle Crashes

Focused on legal advocacy for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or perilous conditions.

Scald Damages

Providing professional legal services for victims of grave burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Hospital Misconduct

Ensuring specialist legal assistance for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Fault

Addressing cases involving unsafe products, offering adept legal assistance to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Abuse

Defending the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to misconduct in care facilities environments, ensuring compensation.

Stumble & Stumble Occurrences

Adept in handling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal representation to individuals seeking compensation for their losses.

Infant Harms

Delivering legal guidance for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Accidents

Accidents: Devoted to supporting clients of car accidents obtain reasonable compensation for harms and impairment.

Bike Collisions

Committed to providing legal assistance for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for harm.

Semi Collision

Extending expert legal support for drivers involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for injuries.

Building Site Mishaps

Focused on defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Impairments

Focused on offering expert legal assistance for clients suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Harms

Skilled in managing cases for people who have suffered harms from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Collisions

Focused on legal representation for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Demise

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and experienced legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Backbone Injury

Dedicated to defending clients with backbone trauma, offering professional legal services to secure redress.

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