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When faced with the unanticipated burden of a pedestrian accident, it becomes crucial to secure outstanding legal representation. Every citizen’s safety is paramount, and if you’ve suffered on account of someone else’s negligence in Oak Forest, Carlson Bier stands ready to fight for your rights. With detailed knowledge about Illinois laws specifically regarding pedestrian accidents, they bring a critical perspective that can drastically impact the outcome of your case. Combining this expertise with unwavering dedication for their clients’ welfare makes Carlson Bier an exceptional choice for representing you as your personal injury lawyer in potential settlement negotiations or even taking it before jurors deservedly seeking justice. They understand that every situation holds unique circumstances and approach each case accordingly. Their experience has honed sharp investigative skills essential to uncovering facts making compelling arguments on behalf of their clients – ensuring rightful compensation you deserve after such traumatic incidents. Choose Carlson Bier when choosing assurance; allow them to navigate these complexities while providing uncompromised advocacy during such difficult times.

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Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Oak Forest Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in pursuing justice for victims of personal injury incidents with an exclusive focus on pedestrian accidents. Located in the heart of Illinois, our mission is driven by a dedication to advocating for individuals who have fallen prey to such unfortunate circumstances.

Pedestrian accidents are often accompanied by severe psychological and physical stress alongside complicated legal entanglements. Our experienced team members understand these intricate details and carry vast knowledge about the aftermath of pedestrian accidents, including varying types of injuries and probable causes.

There tends to be diverse reasons behind pedestrian accidents ranging from driver negligence – possibly through distracted driving, speeding or failure to yield at crosswalks; hazardous conditions where poorly lit streets or traffic control devices malfunction play their part; walking under influence can also contribute.

Importantly, understanding what constitutes as ‘pedestrian accident’ is crucial for your claim. A pedestrian accident involves any person walking, running, jogging or otherwise traveling on foot being struck by a vehicle – it could happen on roads, sidewalks or parking lots.

Injuries resulting from these accidents can span across concussion, fractures/dislocations/sprains/strains (in extremities like legs and arms), internal bleeding causing organ damage while paralysis or death are worst-case scenarios due to critical brain/spine damage endured during incident’s impact force.

The role that evidence plays cannot be undermined—it forms foundation stone of your case. Photographs/videos from scene depicting damages and injuries sustained offer irrefutable testament while formal statements made by witnesses consolidate the evidentiary base. Remember—evidence collection begins right after accident provided victim condition allows it safely!

And this is where Carlson Bier steps into assuage you off such burdens your ordeal puts forth! Driven by our client-first philosophy we sweat the small stuff so you can focus on getting better while we work hard towards achieving maximum possible compensation for losses incurred due medical expenses lost wages and/or reduced earning capacity emotional distress along with pain and suffering.

We are well-versed in navigating through complexities how insurance companies operate too! We skillfully handle their tactics to minimize pay-outs—our negotiating prowess often culminates in substantial settlements without stepping foot into courtroom however if it becomes needful we’re prepared to advance your case trial ensuring the offending party is held accountable for negligent actions!

What differentiates Carlson Bier from other personal injury attorney groups? Our compassionate approach. Each client is more than just a case number, each story matters—we listen, understand and advocate aggressively on behalf of our clients to get you the justice you deserve.

Proficiency combined with experience imparts expertise. Trusting us means permitting a team that’ll reinstate not only financial stability post such a life-altering event but also dignity integrity and peace lost amid chaos being victimized engulfs one into.

Let’s help ascertain what your pedestrian accident claim could be worth so together we can start your journey towards recovery today. Click on the button beneath this paragraph to begin process—because at Carlson Bier every step counts when it comes to reclaiming lives impacted by pedestrian accidents!

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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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Areas of Practice in Oak Forest

Bike Collisions

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

Burn Wounds

Extending adept legal support for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Healthcare Negligence

Extending experienced legal assistance for patients affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Accountability

Managing cases involving faulty products, extending expert legal guidance to customers affected by faulty goods.

Senior Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Trip & Trip Occurrences

Expert in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking recovery for their damages.

Infant Damages

Supplying legal assistance for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Car Accidents

Collisions: Devoted to aiding sufferers of car accidents receive equitable remuneration for wounds and harm.

Bike Collisions

Focused on providing legal support for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

18-Wheeler Accident

Providing expert legal services for individuals involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for losses.

Building Site Incidents

Engaged in defending staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Neurological Harms

Committed to extending expert legal representation for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Injuries

Specialized in addressing cases for victims who have suffered wounds from dog bites or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Accidents

Focused on legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Unjust Loss

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering empathetic and expert legal guidance to ensure restitution.

Spine Damage

Specializing in defending persons with paralysis, offering specialized legal guidance to secure redress.

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