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About Carlson Bier Associates

When facing the unsettling aftermath of a slip and fall accident, selecting an adept legal expert to protect your rights is crucial. Famed for their dedication to each case, Carlson Bier’s unsurpassed reputation extends across Illinois, including Oakwood. A Slip and Fall Accidents attorney from our accomplished team will meticulously investigate each aspect of your circumstance, ensuring no detail goes unnoticed in pursuing your rightful compensation. Distinguished by relentless commitment, Carlson Bier transforms distressing predicaments into opportunities for justice.

Our rich history advocates that we’re not only colleagues but community stewards as well; constantly extending our expertise beyond office walls to those who are genuinely in need within Oakwood. Our attorneys comprehend the complexities entailing a slip and fall lawsuit- from determining liability to calculating potential damages rightfully owed – making us an ideal strategic partner amidst such incidents.

Choosing Carlson Bier means choosing diligence coupled with compassionate representation when you most need it: during the recovery phase from a traumatic event like a slip and fall accident in Illinois’ dynamic communities like Oakwood.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Oakwood Illinois

At Carlson Bier, your procurement of justice after a personal injury is our utmost concern. As Illinois-based legal experts specializing in personal injury law, specifically slip and fall accidents, we understand the hardship this category of accidents can inflict on an individual’s lifestyle and wellbeing at large.

Slip and fall incidents frequently occur due to negligence or non-compliance with safety measures by property owners. Such instances can range from a trip over unlevel floor surfaces, slip on wet or icy paths or falls due to inadequately lit rooms or hallways. These incidents may appear trivial initially but often result in severe injuries such as fractures, sprains, dislocations, traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord injuries among other conditions.

Decoding the complexity associated with these claims involves a series of key steps:

– Proof that a hazardous condition led to the accident

– Evidence that the owner was aware (or should have been aware) of this condition.

– Confirmation that they failed to rectify it or warn visitors appropriately.

The above list verifies that these claims are far from simplistic, thus assure you will benefit from professional guidance when seeking restitution for any damages warranted by such circumstances.

Identifying common locations for these mishaps also forms part of our expertise at Carlson Bier. Places frequented by public like grocery stores, restaurant premises, playgrounds or privately owned apartments showcasing poor maintenance often turn out to be hotspots for slip and fall accidents. However comprehending if one is entitled to claim for compensation demands perspicacious understanding which lies fortified within Carlson Bier’s offered services.

Additionally noteworthy is the effect on one’s life post-such accidents encompassing:

– Probable long-term/permanent disability

– Medical expenses including hospital stay charges/physiotherapy costs/surgical expenses etc.

– Unforeseen financial stresses due to loss of earnings during recovery period

Leaning onto an adept law entity like Carlson Bier ensures apt consideration given to these varied facts during the litigation process.

Cases concerning slip and fall accidents notoriously ooze complications; nuances that affect eligibility for compensation, limitation periods applicable for filing claims are some among them. Factors like if the person injured was a child or an elder, if their occupation had any role in determining accident proneness can intertwine confusing layers into your case which necessitates specialized legal insight. Carlson Bier has been extending its professional wisdom across Illinois and continues to champion all our client’s quests of rightful compensations that they deserve following life-altering episodes like Slip & Fall Accidents.

No matter how daunting it might seem, lobbying with insurance provider — armed with meticulously gathered evidence often demonstrates an overwhelming facet post such incidents. We, at Carlson Bier strive to eliminate as much stress from our clients’ lives over this upsetting phase by taking control of these vital facets actively.

Lastly, we aspire to empower you by lending clarity as well as credibility to your claim proceedings besides ensuring augmented chances of diligence resulting in just reparation amounts for all damages suffered due to unintentional negligence on someone else’s part . Should you wish to dive deeper into alleviating financial burdens post accidents provoked by third party faults like ‘slip and falls’, click on the button below! Discover exactly what sort of compensation values your unique case entails; because at Carlson Bier, we firmly believe- You Deserve Justice!

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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 Oakwood

Pedal Cycle Crashes

Expert in legal support for people injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' carelessness or risky conditions.

Burn Traumas

Supplying skilled legal advice for people of major burn injuries caused by events or indifference.

Medical Negligence

Providing professional legal representation for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Responsibility

Taking on cases involving problematic products, delivering adept legal help to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Mistreatment

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to neglect in senior centers environments, ensuring justice.

Slip and Stumble Mishaps

Expert in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to individuals seeking restitution for their harm.

Neonatal Damages

Extending legal help for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Collisions

Accidents: Dedicated to guiding clients of car accidents receive equitable remuneration for wounds and losses.

Bike Accidents

Specializing in providing legal assistance for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

18-Wheeler Crash

Offering adept legal assistance for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for damages.

Building Mishaps

Focused on representing staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or negligence.

Neurological Damages

Dedicated to providing specialized legal services for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Traumas

Skilled in managing cases for people who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Jogger Collisions

Expert in legal advocacy for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering restitution.

Unjust Fatality

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and experienced legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Vertebral Injury

Dedicated to advocating for victims with spine impairments, offering specialized legal assistance to secure settlement.

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