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Welcome to Carlson Bier, your most reliable choice for Pedestrian Accident law representation in Illinois. As seasoned attorneys with an unmatched track record, we specialize in protecting and asserting the legal rights of individuals involved in pedestrian accidents. Every step you take towards healing should not burden you with financial setback or legal worries. That’s where we come in: to lighten that load while actively seeking justice on your behalf. Our emphasis is on thorough investigation, strategic planning and assertive advocacy – a potent mix that ensures maximum compensation claims for our clients. We immerse ourselves into each case understanding its unique circumstances; it’s precisely this commitment which has paved the way for countless successful settlements over time. Hence when fighting for your rightful restitution becomes paramount, having Carlson Bier by your side amplifies confidence whilst ensuring fair resolution within those courtroom walls.

As professional Pedestrian Accident lawyers catering specifically to Illinois citizens’ needs, we guarantee a matchless service backed by experience and expertise like no other.Whatever challenges lie ahead; know you’re never alone with Carlson Bier at hand!

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Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Oblong Illinois

Pedestrian accidents often leave a trail of devastating consequences in their wake. Severe injuries, extensive medical bills and significant loss of earnings can drastically alter the course of one’s life. At Carlson Bier, we understand the turmoil that victims endure after such distressing incidents. Based in Illinois, our experienced attorneys are dedicated to providing solutions for those affected by pedestrian accidents within and outside our state.

When an individual is struck by a vehicle while on foot, it’s typically classified as a pedestrian accident. These types of incidents occur crosswalks, sidewalks or elsewhere and come with potentially harrowing repercussions. Many survivors succumb to physical disabilities or emotional trauma; fighting for compensation may seem way down their list of priorities.

As personal injury experts at Carlson Bier, we assure you it shouldn’t be so — primarily because understanding your legal rights and pursuing the right amount of compensation can critically influence your recovery journey.

Let’s delve into some essential aspects victims ought to know about;

• Whose Fault Is It? – In most cases, either the pedestrian or the driver involved in such mishaps is guilty. However, determining liability isn’t always straightforward; unanticipated factors like unclear traffic signals or insufficient lighting could arise. Our team at Carlson Bier meticulously unravels these details to build robust litigation claims.

• Possible Damages Claimable – As a victim, you’re possibly eligible to claim economic damages (tangible losses like wages & medical expenses) and non-economic damages (intangible losses like pain & suffering). In certain instances where irresponsible driving is proven beyond doubt – drunk driving being one instance -, punitive damages might also come into play.

• Statute Of Limitations – Note that Illinois law necessitates filing injury claims within two years from the accident date under regular circumstances — but exceptions exist too. Working with skilled lawyers ensures statues don’t lapse unknowingly.

So why choose us at Carlson Bier when faced with a pedestrian accident case?

Our team presents an impressive record of being patron champions in various injury cases across Illinois. Our lawyers are steadfastly committed to taking on the insurance companies, tackling paperwork and other legal procedures, enabling you to focus entirely on recuperation.

We strive for excellence and believe in transparency – which means no hidden costs or fees. Our dedicated attorneys will engage with you from start to end— researching your case intricately, guiding you through legal complexities, representing you in court if necessary— all enveloped within a client-centered approach focused on catering to your best interests.

Coming to us does mean saving tons of time as our experienced lawyers are remarkably adept at identifying substantial elements that could change the course of claims. Avoiding common pitfalls unknowing victims often fall into is another advantage when working with proficient legal minds like ours.

Furthermore, we follow a contingency fee structure at Carlson Bier – meaning that unless victorious in getting you compensated, we don’t get paid ourselves. Therefore, focussing exclusively on securing favorable outcomes becomes an inherent part of our representation.

We appreciate and empathize that life post such trauma can be daunting; however, it’s crucial not to lose hope or feel defeated prematurely. Remember, approaching trained professionals can make this journey much smoother than anticipated.

Resolving pedestrian accident cases comes down fundamentally to expertise & tenacity – two traits Carlson Bier never falls short of. If victimized by one such unfortunate incident – remember that immediate actions always lead toward ideal resolutions. Reaching out promptly can ensure evidence remains intact and witnesses accessible– deploying these effectively for a maximum eligible payout under Illinois law.

Enough said – it’s now time for action! Don’t stay mired in doubts about potential compensation entitlements sadly unaware how much your case might genuinely fetch. Reach out today — clicking the button below will direct towards our simple case evaluation tool bringing you one step closer toward understanding what’s rightfully yours!

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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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Pedal Cycle Crashes

Specializing in legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or hazardous conditions.

Burn Damages

Extending professional legal help for victims of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Hospital Incompetence

Delivering professional legal services for clients affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Liability

Addressing cases involving defective products, offering expert legal assistance to victims affected by defective items.

Senior Mistreatment

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in elderly care environments, ensuring fairness.

Slip & Tumble Occurrences

Professional in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal support to individuals seeking redress for their damages.

Neonatal Wounds

Delivering legal support for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Crashes: Dedicated to assisting sufferers of car accidents secure fair compensation for injuries and destruction.

Scooter Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal advice for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

Semi Collision

Delivering adept legal representation for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recovery for losses.

Construction Collisions

Engaged in representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Brain Injuries

Dedicated to offering expert legal services for patients suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Damages

Adept at managing cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Accidents

Focused on legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Unfair Death

Standing up for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, providing understanding and adept legal assistance to ensure restitution.

Backbone Harm

Committed to advocating for individuals with paralysis, offering specialized legal services to secure recovery.

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