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Navigating the path to justice after a slip and fall accident can be complex. However, with Carlson Bier, your journey becomes much easier. As an esteemed Illinois law firm well-versed in personal injury situations, we possess unmatched expertise when it comes to cases related to Slip And Fall Accidents. Our professional cadre is committed to delivering results that matter for our clients from Orland Hills and beyond.

At Carlson Bier, each case doesn’t just represent another file; instead we view these as genuine opportunities to make a meaningful difference in someone’s life by securing fair compensation for their distressing experience. Our dedicated team will meticulously assess every element of your circumstance both objectively and compassionally ensuring utmost attention at all times resulting in optimal legal outcomes.

Our competence sets us apart, but more than this quantifiable attribute – empathy forms our real strength where victims are treated not mere claimants but individuals who warrant justice delivered efficiently without inconvenience or undue trauma associated with pursuing exhausting legalese formalities. For best assistance on Slip And Fall accident cases – rely on

Carlson Bier attorneys: unflinching champions of rightful claims!

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Orland Hills Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are dedicated to providing robust and comprehensive legal representation to individuals who have suffered from Slip And Fall Accidents. As a renowned personal injury law firm operating in Illinois, our primary goal centers on ensuring that justice is rendered while safeguarding your rights diligently. Slip And Fall accidents can occur without warning, drastically altering the course of life on multiple fronts including health, finance, career prospects, amongst others.

Understanding Slip and Fall Accidents require certain depths in knowledge due to their intricate nature – subsequently navigating the rigorous path towards a successful litigation claim requires an expert’s touch – Carlson Bier. There are numerous facets of these type incidents that already affect you; medical bills hefty enough to swim in, pain both physically and emotionally. The last thing anyone needs during this already stressful time is figuring out the complex legal procedure. Luckily for you, it’s what we at Carlson Bier specialize in doing best.

Slip and Fall Accidents inherently refer to situations where individuals slip or trip resulting in an injurious fall due to negligent or hazardous conditions such as wet surfaces lacking appropriate signage, uneven flooring, icy or snow-filled surfaces not properly cleared away among others.

Our team of veteran personal injury attorneys at Carlson Bier systematically approaches each case by utilizing years of resourceful experience combined with up-to-date legislative comprehension about Illinois state laws concerning Slip and Fall occurrences. Specific elements that will come into play within a slip and fall claim generally include:

– Evident neglectfulness caused by another party: Simply put, there has been no reasonable attempt made towards preventing any foreseeable form of dangerous conditions.

– Injury attributable to the above: Validating injuries sustained genuinely result from the stipulated disregard rather than other separate incidents necessitates supporting documentation e.g., Medical reports affirming your state of well-being prior vs post—if needed—other classified supportive evidence.

– Economic or non-economic damages experienced subsequently: This potentially refers but isn’t limited to; excruciating pain/pain-inducing sentiments, lost salaries or wages, excessive medical expenses etc.

With years of proven excellence in tackling a vast array of personal injuries cases including Slip and Fall Incidents, our attorneys at Carlson Bier will fiercely advocate for your claims ensuring maximum compensation via strategic negotiation methods integrated with irrefutable evidentiary support.

We understand the cruciality of immediate response following such incidents and are thus available 24/7. We assure you of an empathetic ear towards your traumatic patrons armed with practical strategies designed to alleviate your currently chaotic transition from victimization towards victory. At Carlson Bier it’s not just about coming out on top over litigation proceedings but going steps further securing your overall well-being.

Knowing the typical causes and preventive measures can also aid in preventing most slip and fall accidents:

– Regularly maintain surfaces: Areas should be kept clean and free from obstructions.

– Clear paths: Keep hallways unobstructed so prevent trips.

– Safe footwear: Catering to a good pair reduces the risk significantly.

– Create awareness: Maintain appropriate signage pointing out potential hazards

Remember —The faster taken measures post accident increases legal leverage manifold unveiling clear evidence against neglectful perpetrators consequently resulting in more significant damage compensations should they materialize.

Ready to begin? Uncertainty wracked by fear is indeed natural considering present circumstances nonetheless possessing a game plan backed by seasoned professionals confer newfound hope transpiring into eventual conquest brilliantly illuminated by us—Carlson Bier – Personal Injury Attorneys. As patient listeners devotedly committed towards promising meaningful solutions paired seamlessly alongside individualistic compassion formulates winning edges across competing claimants.

Trust us today with the complexities involved around deciphering causative factors, proficiency within Illinois slip-and-fall state regulations heightens chances concerning successful claim acquisitions thereby confirming rightful compensations corresponding directly toward injuries sustained due to another’s negligent indifference while navigating through an accidental Slip and Fall accident.

Looking forward to that promising turn towards a more just future? Click on the button below, let’s embark upon this transformational journey right within the heart of Illinois via Carlson Bier – guarantees that are more than just legal jargon but authenticated victories earned across numerous courts of law.”

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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 Orland Hills

Bike Accidents

Specializing in legal services for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Flame Burns

Providing adept legal advice for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Physician Incompetence

Extending specialist legal assistance for victims affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Fault

Managing cases involving dangerous products, offering expert legal guidance to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Misconduct

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to mistreatment in nursing homes environments, ensuring protection.

Slip & Trip Incidents

Expert in handling tumble accident cases, providing legal representation to victims seeking recovery for their damages.

Newborn Damages

Offering legal aid for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Crashes

Incidents: Devoted to helping sufferers of car accidents gain just recompense for harms and harm.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Specializing in providing legal advice for individuals involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

Semi Mishap

Delivering experienced legal support for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing fair recompense for losses.

Construction Site Accidents

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

Brain Injuries

Specializing in ensuring expert legal assistance for clients suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Wounds

Adept at managing cases for victims who have suffered damages from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Jogger Collisions

Expert in legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Undeserved Demise

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and expert legal support to ensure compensation.

Spine Harm

Dedicated to representing persons with paralysis, offering expert legal support to secure redress.

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