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About Carlson Bier Associates

When navigating the aftermath of a construction site accident, seeking expert legal representation is critically essential. Carlson Bier, proficient in Illinois personal injury law, serves Oblong and helps those involved in these unfortunate events assert their rights effectively. Our team’s deep-seated knowledge and expansive experience strategically position us to advise victims competently regarding potential physical or financial losses due to construction mishaps. We are dedicated to investigating each case meticulously, ensuring every claim we handle benefits from our robust understanding of applicable regulations and statutes throughout the state. Carlson Bier’s commitment extends beyond strong theoretical comprehension – translating into active advocacy for fair compensation that mirrors varied impacts on victims’ lives post-accident: wage loss; medical expenses; emotional duress etcetera . This careful approach demonstrates why you should consider our firm when dealing with such sensitive matters – underpinning all we do is an unwavering dedication towards your needs as a client and rightful justice seeker.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Oblong Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are not just accomplished personal injury attorneys; we’re vigilant advocates for Illinois residents who have suffered injuries in construction site accidents. We understand that such mishaps can cause severe physical, financial and emotional distress, thus disrupting lives immeasurably. Our team of legal professionals is committed to providing the highest level of personalized service and aggressive representation to ensure you get the compensation you deserve.

Understanding construction site accidents is critical since they occur more frequently than any other workplace accident. It’s important to note that these incidents are often preventable and usually result from negligence or failing to adhere to safety regulations such as using faulty equipment or inadequate training provided for workers.

Firstly, let’s look at some traditional types of construction site accidents:

• Falling from heights – This often involves falls from ladders, roofs, scaffolding or cranes poorly maintained or set up.

• Being struck by moving vehicles – Construction sites often involve heavy machinery like trucks or cranes that can unintentionally hit workers.

• Getting trapped between objects- Workers sometimes find themselves pinned down between heavy materials which can lead to devastating consequences.

• Electrocution hazards – These include contact with live wires on sites where electrical systems are under installation.

Securing fair recompense after a construction site accident demands solid knowledge of various laws encompassing personal injury and labor rights. At Carlson Bier, our team diligently navigates through potential claim complexities ensuring victims recover suitable damages covering medical expenses and lost wages among others.

Remember that every individual case operates within different circumstances. For instance,

– Some claims end quickly with pre-determined settlements whilst others proceed trial.

– In cases involving subcontractors independent law suits may be necessary

– Where faulty machinery causes harm manufacturers might also become part of the claim.

When it comes to construction accident injuries, early involvement by experienced personal injury lawyers significantly influences positive outcomes. At Carlson Bier we not only advise on key steps to consider post-accident but also manage communication lines with the other parties involved. Upon partnering, time is devoted to preserving any physical evidence from the accident scene while gathering crucial testimonials and documents that substantially impact on your potential compensation.

Fundamentally, what really distinguishes us at Carlson Bier is our unwavering commitment to clients. We not only creatively apply laws for maximum benefits but also offer solid emotional support during this usually traumatic period. With your best interest our top priority, we vigorously push for maximization of recoverable damages and strive in ensuring responsible parties are held accountable.

To further deliver unmatched value for our clientele, Carlson Bier operates on a contingency fee basis meaning you pay no attorney fees unless we successfully win your case.

In conclusion, dealing with construction site accidents can be tough but having reliable legal representation makes it easier. It’s truly heart wrenching seeing lives turned upside down by something as avoidable as an accident at the workplace. From keeping abreast with relevant safety regulations, knowing rights within labor laws or understanding litigation nuisances you can trust Carlson Bier attorneys have got your covered – every step of way!

Just remember: Your well-being matters first! So if you’re grappling with a construction site injury don’t suffer alone. Contact Carlson Bier today for comprehensive help – we’re passionately committed making all difference in getting lives back normality after such distressing events.

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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 Oblong

Bike Crashes

Expert in legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or perilous conditions.

Fire Burns

Offering skilled legal support for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Clinical Carelessness

Ensuring specialist legal support for patients affected by healthcare malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Liability

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, providing specialist legal services to customers affected by defective items.

Senior Misconduct

Protecting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in aged care environments, ensuring protection.

Trip & Fall Injuries

Skilled in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking recovery for their injuries.

Birth Harms

Providing legal assistance for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Accidents: Focused on helping sufferers of car accidents receive just compensation for hurts and damages.

Motorbike Incidents

Expert in providing legal services for individuals involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Delivering adept legal advice for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for injuries.

Building Accidents

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

Neurological Impairments

Focused on delivering professional legal assistance for victims suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Harms

Skilled in managing cases for clients who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Collisions

Specializing in legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering compensation.

Wrongful Loss

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and professional legal services to ensure restitution.

Vertebral Harm

Committed to advocating for persons with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal assistance to secure redress.

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