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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you or a loved one have experienced the misfortune of a Slip And Fall Accident in Oak Grove, Carlson Bier law firm is equipped to handle your legal needs with exceptional care and diligence. Our seasoned team of personal injury attorneys specializes solely in Slip And Fall accidents, dedicating extensive resources and expertise to successfully represent our clients. We are deeply committed to seeking justice for victims of slip and fall accidents by fighting tirelessly against those negligent parties responsible. Choosing Carlson Bier assures comprehensive understanding and application of Illinois laws pertinent to such cases through tenacious advocacy honed by years in practice. Advanced investigation techniques used by our team maximize the chances for optimum compensation while minimizing agonies tied with these unfortunate events. Devotedly servicing residents of Oak Grove without ever compromising on client confidentiality nor empathy defines us at Carlson Bier; Your rights, recovery, justice- our priority! Don’t merely endure your Slip And Fall accident; let the esteemed Carlson Bier attorneys champion your cause efficiently securing due compensation as swiftly as possible.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Oak Grove Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our dedicated team of skilled personal injury attorneys is uniquely equipped to provide high-caliber legal representation for victims dealing with the aftermath of Slip and Fall Accidents. Based in Illinois, we are intimately familiar with the state’s laws surrounding such mishaps, and we employ this knowledge to strive tirelessly toward securing fair compensation for our clients.

A slip and fall accident might appear simple on the surface. However, these incidents can often lead to devastating consequences ranging from minor sprains and bone fractures to severe head injuries or spinal cord damages. Inadequate lighting, torn carpeting, uneven surfaces, wet floors — all these conditions can contribute towards creating a perilous situation that culminates into a life-altering accident.

Frequently overlooked yet immensely crucial is an understanding of who bears liability in such situations. Bullet-point below may assist you:

• Property owners have an obligation towards ensuring safe environments.

• Failure of property owners/managers to rectify known hazards or perform regular inspections leading to accidents results in their liability.

• Appropriate signage must be displayed where risks cannot be eliminated immediately.

Understanding these pivotal points helps determine where negligence lies thus preparing grounds for a formidable lawsuit.

Knowledge about Illinois Statute of Limitations is also vital; it affects how long you have after the accident occurrence to commence legal proceedings for a personal injury claim. Typically, victims have two years from the date they get injured due to slipping/falling – but certain factors might extend or shorten this timeframe. Our legal team at Carlson Bier expertly navigates through these complexities on your behalf by optimally utilizing every beneficial statute applicable in your case.

However challenging appearing before insurance companies maybe while claiming fair settlement under pressure–with Carlson Bier acting on your side should never be daunting. We understand that each client’s situation is unique and hence merits personalized attention from us as lawyers well-versed in Illinois law pertaining specifically relative matters like slip-and-fall accidents.

Through the course of our practice, we’ve secured substantial compensation for clients covering medical bills, lost wages if injury kept them away from work and for emotional or physical trauma endured. And what’s our strategy? We thoroughly examine every single accident case we take on – investigating meticulously, understanding your circumstances comprehensively and forming a robust legal strategy to present in courtrooms or negotiation tables.

Getting injured because of someone else’s negligence is an unfortunate reality that many face. When dealing with the consequences of slip-and-fall accidents, arm yourself not only with right medical support but also with sound legal assistance which will focus relentlessly on getting you the reparation you are due.

Are you seeking clarity about whether your specific situation qualifies as a valid personal injury claim following a Slip-and-Fall accident? Or perhaps wondering how much defending your rights might be worth? Our team’s experience coupled with expertise makes Carlson Bier uniquely capable to provide answers that ensure justice isn’t elusive.

No matter how severe your injuries may be – there should never exist hesitation as to if action needs being taken. The first step begins by simply clicking on the button below–allow us at Carlson Bier assess justly potential value attributable within respective cases you forward so that soon enough rightful compensation becomes an obtainable goal beyond mere words written here for emphasis!

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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 Oak Grove

Bicycle Crashes

Expert in legal support for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others' indifference or risky conditions.

Thermal Damages

Supplying adept legal services for people of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Healthcare Incompetence

Providing specialist legal support for victims affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Fault

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

Senior Mistreatment

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in senior centers environments, ensuring fairness.

Stumble & Slip Incidents

Professional in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking recovery for their harm.

Infant Harms

Offering legal guidance for kin affected by medical misconduct resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Mishaps

Accidents: Committed to aiding patients of car accidents receive just recompense for wounds and harm.

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Specializing in providing legal advice for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

18-Wheeler Crash

Delivering adept legal services for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recovery for hurts.

Building Incidents

Concentrated on advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Head Traumas

Expert in ensuring professional legal services for individuals suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Wounds

Adept at managing cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Specializing in legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Demise

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and professional legal support to ensure fairness.

Spinal Cord Damage

Focused on assisting victims with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal assistance to secure settlement.

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