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About Carlson Bier Associates

At the helm of personal injury legal representation in Illinois, Carlson Bier demonstrates relentless dedication and expertise. Enlisting our services means choosing an unprecedented track record in car accident litigation, a forte we’ve sharpened over many years. We secure justice for victims by tactfully leveraging comprehensive understanding of Illinois traffic laws along with astute negotiation skills to ensure optimal outcomes. Recognizing the trauma that accompanies such incidents, we are resolute in tirelessly pursuing clients’ rightful compensation – even going up against formidable insurance companies if need be. However complex or daunting your case may seem, you can trust Carlson Bier to effectively navigate these legal intricacies while advocating fiercely for your interests. Specifically servicing Oak Forest dwellers seeking eminent representation having witnessed countless clients reclaim their lives after devastating accidents validates why this accomplished firm should top considerations when selecting a car accident lawyer who prioritizes client victories above all else.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Oak Forest Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, Illinois’ trusted network of personal injury attorneys. We understand that surviving a car accident is only the beginning of an often complex legal journey. Our mission is to guide you through this process with expert representation, unyielding advocacy, and compassionate care.

Navigating post-accident litigation can be challenging. There are laws to sift through, rights to safeguard, and myriad elements to consider before getting the fair compensation for your injuries. At Carlson Bier, we specialize in assisting victims with this intricate maze, advocating robustly for their interests every step of the way.

Understanding Your Rights: In Illinois law, car accident victims have numerous rights geared towards guaranteeing they receive due justice. You’re entitled to recover damages not only for physical injuries but also psychological trauma stemming from such accidents. Causes for these may include reckless driving or defective vehicle parts.

Factors Influencing Injury Claims: Several variables come into play when filing a personal injury lawsuit following a car accident.

– The Severity of Injuries: More severe injuries typically result in larger settlements or judgments.

– Hospital Bills: These costs impact the value of your claim significantly.

– Long-Term Implications: If the accident affects your ability to work or perform daily tasks can increase the value of your case.

– Emotional Distress: Mental anguish resulting from a car accident is taken into account in both settlement negotiations and at trial.

Negotiating Insurance Settlements: Often insurance companies aim at paying as little as possible in response to claims made following auto accidents. As experienced negotiators skilled in countering these tactics, we at Carlson Bier ensure you secure what’s rightfully yours.

Navigating Litigation Streaming From Traffic Accidents: Should it become necessary to take your case beyond negotiation and into court proceedings, rest assured our specialized team has handled countless trials relating exclusively to traffic accidents within Illinois legal space.

Implementing Legal Strategies For Maximum Compensation: A successful car accident claim requires drawing on knowledge of the law, understanding case precedents and utilizing tactical legal maneuvering. We are armed with extensive experience and well-positioned to strategize for your benefit.

Illinois Car Accident Statutes: Understanding State-specific regulations that govern personal injury cases following auto accidents is crucial. The statute of limitations—how long you have to file a lawsuit after an accident—is one such rule in which Carlson Bier’s expertise ensures compliance, optimizing the success chances for your claim.

Our experienced team at Carlson Bier aims to deliver impeccable service while also educating clients about their circumstances. We’ve built our reputation on a bedrock of trust, integrity, and results. But don’t just take our word for it – let us proof ourselves by analyzing your case today!

Are you curious about what your case might be worth? Let Carlson Bier help you determine the value of your claim accurately. Remember, every car accident case is unique; factors such as evidence, liability disagreements, severity of injuries can affect compensation drastically. Allow us to guide you smoothly through this process with savvy navigation matched perfectly with compassionate client care.

Discover how much your claim could be worth by clicking on the button below right now—and let’s get justice for your experiences together– because here at Carlson Bier we firmly believe that any injury caused by someone else’s negligence should never go uncompensated or unanswered in Illinois law.

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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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The most common causes of car accidents in Chicago include:

  • Driver negligence: This includes distracted driving, speeding, and failing to yield.
  • Road conditions: Potholes, uneven pavement, and other road hazards can cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles.
  • Vehicle defects: Defective vehicles can cause accidents in a variety of ways.
  • Weather conditions: Rain, snow, and ice can make roads slick and dangerous.

If you are involved in a car 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.
  • Exchange information with the other driver. Get their name, address, insurance information, and license plate number.
  • 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.
  • Report the accident to the police. This will create a record of the accident and help you get help if you need it.
  • Contact a car accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a car 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 driver who caused your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a car 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.

In a car 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.

    Property damage: This includes the cost of repairing or replacing your vehicle.

    Punitive damages: These damages are awarded to punish the defendant for egregious or reckless conduct.

The statute of limitations for car 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 Oak Forest

Bike Collisions

Focused on legal services for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Scald Damages

Supplying skilled legal services for people of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Clinical Malpractice

Extending experienced legal advice for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Obligation

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, extending professional legal services to customers affected by defective items.

Aged Misconduct

Supporting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in nursing homes environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble and Trip Occurrences

Skilled in addressing trip accident cases, providing legal services to victims seeking restitution for their harm.

Childbirth Damages

Supplying legal guidance for loved ones affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Auto Collisions

Mishaps: Devoted to supporting individuals of car accidents receive equitable payout for damages and destruction.

Bike Collisions

Committed to providing legal assistance for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Big Rig Crash

Ensuring experienced legal representation for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for damages.

Construction Site Crashes

Focused on assisting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or recklessness.

Head Harms

Specializing in providing professional legal advice for patients suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Traumas

Skilled in addressing cases for victims who have suffered traumas from dog bites or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Expert in legal advocacy for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Unjust Fatality

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and expert legal services to ensure restitution.

Neural Harm

Expert in supporting clients with paralysis, offering compassionate legal support to secure justice.

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