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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with the unfortunate circumstance of a car accident in Oak Lawn, you want to be assured that your case is handled meticulously and professionally. Carlson Bier, an esteemed personal injury law firm based in Illinois, proves to be an unmatched option for legal representation. The attorneys at Carlson Bier specialize in car accident cases, concentrating their expertise on delivering justice amidst complex scenarios often surrounded by intricate insurance claims procedures. Proving liability can be quite nuanced; however, our track record highlights consistent success even within the toughest situations whilst securing optimal compensation for clients involved in traumatic accidents. With strategic methods underpinned by deep-rooted knowledge of automobile laws and relentless commitment towards client welfare—Carlson Bier has earned its reputation as one’s best ally amidst chaos following a road mishap. The choice seems clear: when facing post-accident distress – recover undistracted knowing your interests are protected through unrivaled legal counsel from Carlson Bier.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Oak Lawn Illinois

At Carlson Bier, esteemed personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, we fully grasp the breadth and depth of intricacies involved in car accidents. Tailoring our expertise to meet the client’s individual needs can only be achieved when both parties comprehend the significance and complexity of personal injury laws and regulations.

Car accidents are unforeseen incidents that inflict physical, emotional, as well as financial trauma on individuals involved. Unraveling these layers is a daunting task that requires expert guidance. With a distinguished team at Carlson Bier, you can rest assured knowing your predicament is not only understood but effectively navigated through familiarity with car accident legal procedures.

At its core, every car accident case involves two prime elements: liability and damages. Liability determines who was at fault for the accident while damages encompasses injuries sustained from that incident. Both components bear equal importance wherein if one cannot prove liability or demonstrate an individual incurred due to another’s negligence; it impedes their chance at acquiring fair compensation.

To establish an impactful case:

• Adequate evidence must be obtained swiftly after the event.

• Medical reports carefully documenting all injuries should be created to substantiate claims.

• The role of comparative negligence law in Illinois indicating assigned fault percentage must also be interpreted accurately.

Our practice amalgamates a comprehensive understanding of these factors to devise strategies best suited for obtaining rightful compensation for our clients. Our commitment transcends representation during court proceedings—it envelops attentive care starting from early consultations until post-trial follow-ups ensuring maximum support throughout this difficult journey.

Dealing with insurance companies plays a vital role after any automobile wreckage—an area where many victims may face undue pushback or achieve less than what they’re rightfully entitled to. These organizations employ various tactics to minimize settlements or dismiss claims entirely—an unfortunate reality which necessitates having reliable advocates fighting for justice by your side.

Carlson Bier has been steadfastly representing countless plane crash survivors demanding adequate retribution supporting them each step of the way. Remember, within Illinois law, you have two years to file a personal injury lawsuit and use your legal rights to drive compensation from the responsible parties.

Choosing Carlson Bier puts exceptional legal expertise at your disposal. Additionally, we serve on a contingency basis which translates into charging fees only after securing victory in your case—demonstrating our confidence and commitment towards successful outcomes.

Car accidents can be tremendously overwhelming prompting victims to accept swift dismissive settlements or waive their legal power unknowingly. However, remember: The right attorney is one who stays staunchly by you throughout this process ensuring fair treatment and justice prevail.

At Carlson Bier, we are relentlessly committed to informing our clients about every single detail regarding their cases with the utmost clarity. We believe that stagnant communication often creates unnecessary hurdles; thus, maintaining open channels of interaction stays paramount to us. Empowering victims through knowledge is one key ethos of our operational values making sure they stay in tune with every aspect related to their case.

Serving as your trusted shield against imposing insurance companies or opposing lawyers proves an indispensable trait any personal injury attorney should possess—it is precisely what sets Carlsons Biers apart from other firms out there. In dealing with us, know that you’ve acquired formidable allies striving for nothing short of best outcomes!

You may still wonder how much is your case worth? While monetary value cannot eradicate pain nor return lost time—it aids in reinstating stability both medically and financially post-accidents. We encourage all accident survivors reading this text now, click on the button below; explore how we employ resources intelligently crafting strategies aimed at increasing claim values profoundly!

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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 Lawn

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Expert in legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Burn Damages

Offering professional legal advice for patients of severe burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Medical Negligence

Extending specialist legal support for clients affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Items Accountability

Addressing cases involving unsafe products, providing specialist legal support to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Abuse

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

Tumble and Slip Incidents

Professional in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking recovery for their harm.

Childbirth Damages

Providing legal aid for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Car Mishaps

Crashes: Concentrated on supporting individuals of car accidents obtain equitable recompense for damages and impairment.

Motorbike Accidents

Focused on providing legal services for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for harm.

Big Rig Crash

Offering experienced legal advice for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recovery for injuries.

Worksite Incidents

Dedicated to assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Impairments

Dedicated to extending expert legal support for victims suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Bite Damages

Specialized in handling cases for clients who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Committed to legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Unfair Demise

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and adept legal assistance to ensure fairness.

Neural Impairment

Committed to assisting victims with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal services to secure settlement.

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