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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the Oakbrook Terrace area and surrounding communities, construction site accidents can be catastrophic events. It is in such unfortunate circumstances that Carlson Bier law firm steps in – an established team of diligent personal injury attorneys demonstrating a relentless pursuit for justice specific to Construction Site Accidents. Despite countless safety protocols, these incidents still occur, often resulting in severe injuries or even fatalities. The knowledgeable attorneys at Carlson Bier have amassed extensive experience and skill navigating complex cases involving construction site accidents, assuring you effective representation with audacious advocacy. Our legal prowess establishes us as competent negotiators, adept at securing fair compensation while providing compassionate counseling throughout the entire process. Choosing Carlson Bier translates into unyielding client commitment that not only reduces your distress but also maximizes potential settlements relative to your case’s unique complexities – we incessantly strive towards obtaining just outcomes for our clients affected by such unfortunate events. Your peace of mind amidst chaos; trust Carlson Bier when confronting Construction Site Accident matters.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Oakbrook Terrace Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the complexities and dangers associated with construction sites. As a leading personal injury legal firm in Illinois, we put our extensive experience to work for those suffering from injuries caused by construction site accidents. We also relentlessly guide families of victims through their pursuit of justice given fatalities resulting from negligent safety standards or procedures on these job sites.

Construction site accidents are unfortunately common and can result in severe injuries or in extreme cases, even death. These incidents could stem from a myriad of circumstances such as faulty machinery, slips and falls due to an unsafe environment, lack of proper safeguards and training, falling objects, electrocutions among other hazardous scenarios that commonly occur at these environments. Injuries could range from bone fractures, lacerations and burns to more serious complications like spinal cord damage or traumatic brain injuries that may disrupt your life indefinitely.

It’s important not to overlook potential long-term effects both emotionally and financially. If involved in a construction site accident:

– Make sure to report it: It is crucial that you inform your employer about the incident as soon as possible.

– Seek medical attention: Regardless of how minor you might think your injury is – make sure you get professional medical help.

– Document everything: Details matter! Any evidence related to the issue will be beneficial in building your case.

These initial steps play a vital role in obtaining compensation later on during any legal proceedings that may follow this unfortunate event. At Carlson Bier, we believe firmly that workers should not have to bear the physical pain coupled with crippling financial consequences due to such negligent practices perpetrated by unscrupulous constructors or equipment handlers.

Navigating labor laws’ intricacies can be confusing for the average person; this is where our team comes into play. Our skilled attorneys at Carlson Bier seek a maximum allowable settlement under Illinois law since getting injured isn’t limited merely dismissing hospital bills. Lost wages owing prolonged absence from work alongside other tertiary charges like physical therapy and home accommodation adjustments due to new disabilities barely scrape the surface for these concerns.

Even if you were partially responsible or unsure about what occurred during the unfortunate event, every scenario can lead to possible compensation. Whether it’s a workers’ compensation claim, a product liability suit against equipment manufacturers for defectively made units leading to these injuries – or potentially even a personal injury lawsuit against culpable third parties; no stone is left unturned in our pursuit for justice on your behalf.

We ensure that each detail of your case will be carefully evaluated with respect and utmost attention by our dedicated lawyers at Carlson Bier who employ all necessary legal strategies towards seeing you adequately compensated. Remember, we are here not just as your advisors but advocates and allies during this incredibly challenging time.

Take advantage of our free consultation offer today by submitting your contact information through the button below. Learn more about how we can assist you with establishing fault, pursuing full & fair compensation that accords with Illinois law while navigating through complicated legal paperwork and intricate procedures without further burdening you during this already trying period of adjustment.

We encourage you to click on the button below now; let us inform you comprehensively on what your next steps should be – in assurance and clarity going forward from this point onwards dealing legally with construction site accidents properly. Evaluate now how much value we may bring towards accomplishing reputable justice for your unique case – because at Carlson Bier, your well-being matters.

**Please note: The law firm does not imply that it operates in Oakbrook Terrace

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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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Construction Site Accidents FAQ​

The most common causes of construction site accidents in Chicago include:

  • Falls: Falls from heights are the leading cause of fatalities on construction sites.
  • Struck-by accidents: Struck-by accidents occur when workers are hit by falling objects, moving vehicles, or other equipment.
  • Electrocutions: Electrocutions can occur when workers come into contact with live wires or electrical equipment.
  • Caught-in/between accidents: Caught-in/between accidents occur when workers are caught between two moving objects or between a moving object and a stationary object.
  • Overexertion injuries: Overexertion injuries can occur when workers lift heavy objects or perform repetitive tasks.

If you are injured in a construction site 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 your supervisor and to OSHA. OSHA is the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and they are responsible for investigating workplace accidents.
  • Contact a construction site accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a construction site 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 person or company responsible for your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a construction site 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 personal 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 construction site 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 Oakbrook Terrace

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Expert in legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or unsafe conditions.

Scald Traumas

Extending adept legal advice for sufferers of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Healthcare Malpractice

Ensuring dedicated legal assistance for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Obligation

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, extending skilled legal help to individuals affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Abuse

Defending the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble & Slip Accidents

Adept in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to clients seeking redress for their injuries.

Birth Damages

Offering legal support for loved ones affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Collisions

Mishaps: Devoted to helping patients of car accidents secure reasonable payout for harms and damages.

Scooter Incidents

Specializing in providing legal services for victims involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

Trucking Collision

Extending experienced legal advice for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful compensation for hurts.

Construction Site Crashes

Engaged in assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or negligence.

Cognitive Impairments

Committed to ensuring expert legal services for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Bite Harms

Adept at tackling cases for people who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Incidents

Committed to legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Unfair Demise

Striving for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and skilled legal support to ensure redress.

Spine Trauma

Expert in assisting individuals with spine impairments, offering professional legal services to secure redress.

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