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About Carlson Bier Associates

Undoubtedly, construction site accidents can lead to serious injury or loss. With Carlson Bier on your side, you are not alone in this journey towards justice. Based in Illinois and driven by a passion for representing the rights of accident victims, we specialize in the niche area of Construction Site Accident cases. Our attorney group is well-versed with state laws and have an accomplished track record of lucrative case successes around Olney’s citizenry.

At Carlson Bier, we understand the stress that comes along after such critical incidents – which is why our commitment revolves around providing comprehensive legal counsel for maximum compensation against all odds. We ensure exhaustive investigations into every facet of your circumstance supporting claims with compelling evidence while strategically combating any contrary arguments.

What truly sets us apart is also our strong belief that everyone deserves reliable legal assistance irrespective of their socioeconomic boundaries – thereby affirming access to quality representation without imposing a financial burden upfront until victory! Considering a trustworthy ally amid these challenging times? Carlson Bier — adeptly navigating complex legal waters even amidst stormy conditions.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Olney Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier – your dependable advocate in the bewildering world of personal injury law. Part of our deep expertise lies in unravelling the complex cases surrounding Construction Site Accidents, a crucial subsection within Illinois’s intricate legal spectrum.

Construction sites often buzz with high levels of activity; heavy machinery operates alongside physical labor backed by lofty structures. As vibrant and essential as this space may be, it potentially ushers in an array of hazards spawning accidents which can cause injuries from mild inconveniences to lifelong setbacks or even fatal ends.

At Carlson Bier, we remain steadfastly committed to understanding the specifics surrounding such unfortunate incidents, arming ourselves with all necessary details to build a robust case. Here are key aspects that form our approach towards dealing with Construction Site Accident cases:

• We diligently understand your unique situation: Every accident is different; every victim has a distinctive story painting unique circumstances leading up to the incident.

• A meticulous investigation: Our legal team will thoroughly explore all potential paths leading to the accident’s cause – malfunctioning equipment, safety violations, negligence – no stone remains unturned during our pursuit for justice.

• Establishment of liability: Determining those responsible forms a critical step when it comes to addressing construction site accident issues. We shepherd you through this essential process.

• Evaluation of damages: From medical expenses and loss wages due to time spent away from work, emotional suffering compounded by physical pain- our expert attorneys help quantify them into measurable damages entitled for compensation.

Unaware clients (and sometimes even experienced ones) often find themselves adrift in the sea of sophisticated documentation associated with claiming their rightful compensations post-accidents. It invites unnecessary stress while recovering from the painful ordeal itself. That’s where Carlson Bier steps in, taking over these complicated processes so you can focus on rebuilding your life again.

As one navigates through claim filings involving construction site accidents, he/she must be aware and wary of Illinois’s statute of limitations that stipulates such claims be filed within a time period established by the law. Thereby ensuring protection against loss of compensation due to elapsing timelines.

Clients entrusting their legal burdens onto us will find a tireless team ready to fight tooth and nail for their legitimate rights. From courtroom dramas to engaging in negotiations, we aid every step while being transparent about our undertakings’ realities, fostering a sense of trust – an edifice upon which Carlson Bier has been built.

We fervently advocate fortifying yourself with knowledge when it comes to Construction Site Accidents. Arm yourself with awareness regarding potential hazards – risks ranging from falling objects, electrical accidents, scaffolding incidents or even hazardous substances should not be things occurring ‘out-of-the-blue.’ A prepared mind could potentially thwart many catastrophes.

However, despite preparing ourselves for most unwarranted situations life throws at us, some unfortunate events might still creep upon us unarmed. During such instances, you can count on Carlson Bier—bringing together an unparalleled mix of passion, dedication resulting from years of experience fighting for those deserving justice post-Construction Site Accidents in Illinois.

So if you or someone dear have unfortunately found yourselves victims of construction site accidents – we encourage you take action today instead of wallowing in uncertainties about your case’s worthiness. Click on the button below, let experienced hands untangle complicated knots and discover how deserving your case is concerning justice and rightful reparations. Remember – the quicker you act; the faster we can help secure what rightfully belongs to you.

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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 Olney

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Dedicated to legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' indifference or risky conditions.

Thermal Burns

Offering adept legal services for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by incidents or recklessness.

Physician Carelessness

Delivering specialist legal assistance for clients affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Accountability

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, supplying specialist legal help to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Senior Neglect

Representing the rights of seniors who have been subjected to malpractice in elderly care environments, ensuring restitution.

Trip and Slip Injuries

Professional in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking recovery for their injuries.

Infant Harms

Extending legal aid for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Incidents: Committed to helping patients of car accidents obtain just compensation for injuries and impairment.

Motorcycle Crashes

Committed to providing legal services for individuals involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for losses.

Semi Collision

Delivering specialist legal support for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for injuries.

Construction Site Mishaps

Focused on assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Brain Damages

Expert in ensuring professional legal support for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Harms

Adept at dealing with cases for victims who have suffered damages from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Incidents

Specializing in legal assistance for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Unjust Loss

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and experienced legal representation to ensure redress.

Neural Injury

Dedicated to advocating for victims with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure justice.

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