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A slip and fall accident can leave you with debilitating injuries, spiraling medical costs, lost wages, and pain. You should not have to bear these burdens alone. At Carlson Bier Associates LLC, we are committed to delivering sterling legal representation for victims of such accidents in Norwood Park. As personal injury attorneys specializing in slip and fall cases, our extensive experience translates into a comprehensive understanding of Illinois’ complex tort laws and robust strategies tailor-made for your specific case. We dedicate ourselves wholly to securing maximum compensation on your behalf while offering compassionate guidance during this challenging time. Our staunch reputation as reliable advocates is backed by an unparalleled record of successful resolutions throughout various regions including Norwood Park townships without exception! Trust that if you choose us at Carlson Bier Associates LLC., the weight now weighing heavy on your shoulders will soon be lifted; putting justice within grasp amidst adversity remains our utmost priority.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Norwood Park Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the devastation that a slip and fall accident can bring on your life. As personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, our primary aim is to ensure you get appropriate legal representation that prioritizes your rights and needs. Let us guide you through explaining more about Slip and Fall Accidents.

A slip and fall accident may seem mild compared to what one might consider a ‘severe’ accident; however, sometimes its impact can be as damaging or even more so. These mishaps occur when an individual slips, trips or stumbles on another person’s property leading to injuries. It could be a wet floor in a shopping mall hallway, poorly lightened passage, untreated snow outdoors, irregularly placed carpeting among other hazardous conditions.

The repercussions of these accidents are multifold – both physically and emotionally but not limited to broken bones, head injuries (including traumatic brain injuries), sprains and strains, deep cuts or spine-related issues which could potentially lead to long-term medical complications. Not only does sudden medical attention surge healthcare expenses but also lost wages due to inability to work compound into creating financial distress.

Here’s what sets our firm apart:

• We have robust proficiency in navigating complex personal injury claims related to slip & fall accidents.

• Our team brings years of combined experience dealing with insurance companies making sure max recovery is secured.

• Prioritize client satisfaction by offering personalized case handling approach backed by sound legal advice

• Maintain transparency at each step so our clients feel included throughout the process

Understanding intricacies involved during lawsuits against negligent property owners requires skilful professional intervention for effective articulation under the ‘premises liability’ law in Illinois. This area of law states that anyone who owns or controls property has a duty of care towards lawful visitors. When they fail their duty resulting in preventable harm like slip & falls cases – affected individuals rightfully deserve compensation.

Successfully negotiating high-stake lawsuits require diligent scrutiny of case facts and high negotiation skills to maximise compensation one rightfully deserves. Our approach always puts forth precision over persuasion aiming to provide every client an edge during court proceedings and settlement negotiations.

At Carlson Bier, we follow a no-win no-fee policy underlining our commitment towards your genuine legal rights for fair fight in personal injury claims against slippery or hazardous conditions. Strongly advocating our clients’ cause helps us ensure that you are treated with respect and recoup deserved damages as swiftly as possible.

It is imperative to understand that these cases often revolve around the specifics – minute details could extensively alter the court’s perspective – hence, documenting such incidents immediately becomes integral for effective potential claim establishment. This includes time, location, weather conditions and if any witnesses were present or CCTV footage was available at the incident scene.

Moreover, seeking immediate medical attention post slip & fall accident is highly recommended even if injuries seem minor initially – sometimes significant issues can crop up later having long-term implications. It also documents professional evidence establishing accident severity link due to another person’s negligence.

Injuries ranging from sprains or fractures to traumatic head injuries bear substantial medical costs and impact on daily life quality making it difficult for affected individuals to regain their lifestyle pre-incident. At Carlson Bier, we know what it takes to shine through technicalities drawn by insurance companies trying to limit the payable sum; thus leveraging a righteous stand in legal battles ensuring maximum protection of your rights.

Recognising individual requirement distinctly aids while formulating nuanced strategies so unique challenges faced can be resolved efficiently. We invest substantial time and energy into understanding how lives have been impacted due to slip & fall accidents bringing key elements together implementing rightful actionable plan tailored specifically as per involved circumstances

With us by your side rest assured your agonies will not go unheard while we stride together for achieving justice done right offering realistic options without goodwill compromise under stressful situations combined with uncompromised excellence.

Your journey to assertive repair begins here with us at Carlson Bier. We invite you to click the button below right now and find out how much your case is worth. Let our experience in slip & fall cases serve as your compass towards attaining appropriate compensation for undue pain and suffering caused by a negligent party’s actions.

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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 Norwood Park

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Specializing in legal support for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Fire Burns

Providing adept legal services for people of intense burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Clinical Misconduct

Ensuring specialist legal assistance for persons affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Liability

Taking on cases involving faulty products, supplying professional legal services to customers affected by product malfunctions.

Geriatric Abuse

Supporting the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip & Stumble Incidents

Skilled in tackling tumble accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking compensation for their injuries.

Infant Wounds

Providing legal assistance for households affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Mishaps: Committed to aiding individuals of car accidents secure just recompense for damages and destruction.

Motorcycle Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal advice for motorcyclists involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Truck Collision

Ensuring professional legal representation for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for harms.

Building Mishaps

Engaged in supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Neurological Impairments

Focused on delivering compassionate legal support for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Harms

Expertise in handling cases for persons who have suffered wounds from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Jogger Incidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Undeserved Death

Advocating for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and skilled legal assistance to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Injury

Committed to supporting individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal guidance to secure redress.

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