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Known for their unparalleled expertise in Personal Injury cases, Carlson Bier consistently ranks as one of the top choices for those seeking legal representation in Ottawa. Sustaining a personal injury can result in immense physical, emotional, and financial strain. That’s where Carlson Bier steps in to ensure your rights are upheld and justice served promptly. Our team of experienced attorneys possess comprehensive knowledge about Illinois’ unique laws regarding personal injury matters. They employ effective strategies tailored to each client’s case ensuring maximum compensation is acquired swiftly.

With a proven track record of negotiating favorable settlements with insurance companies, alongside an impressive history of success in courtrooms across the state; count on Carlson Bier when looking for reliable legal assistance post-injury.

Connect with us today and let our highly skilled lawyers guide you through this challenging period; from initial claim filing to final resolution while offering unwavering support throughout.

Transparency, empathy & tenacity form the bedrock values at Carlson Bier – making us truly stand out as leaders within our field.

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Personal Injury Lawyers in Ottawa Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the devastating impacts an unexpected accident can cause. As highly skilled personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, we are dedicated to helping individuals reclaim their life after suffering from personal injuries. Our ultimate aim is to deliver superior legal representation and guidance during these challenging times.

Personal injuries can occur in various forms – auto accidents, slip and falls, medical malpractice, or even pedestrian accidents. When you’re involved in such incidents due to someone else’s negligence, you have the right to seek justice for your hardship. These daunting experiences often lead to pain and suffering, financial loss from medical bills and lost wages alongside a decrease in the quality of life due to physical constraints or emotional distress.

• Here at Carlson Bier, our professional responsibility involves working diligently to build a competent case on your behalf.

• We gather relevant evidence that demonstrates liability by identifying key details pointing towards neglect or breach of duty by the other party.

• Navigating complex laws around personal injury claims requires expert knowledge; this is where our team ensures every aspect of legal protocol is met.

Having represented countless clients throughout Illinois state lines, we have a comprehensive understanding of specific state laws related to personal injury claims. By leveraging this expertise along with strong negotiation tactics honed through years of practice will enable us to advocate effectively for maximum compensation on your part.

Furthermore, one major benefit when dealing with Carlson Bier is that you don’t bear any financial risk. We operate on a contingent-fee basis which means our fees come as a percentage of any settlement amount received; if no recovery is made then no charges apply eliminating any upfront costs.

Our commitment goes beyond achieving favourable legal outcomes – empathy lies at our core ethos and we aspire for all our clients to feel heard, understood and supported during what could possibly be one of their toughest journeys yet.

To sum up:

• We recognize every client situation as unique – since each claim varies as does the approach to handle it.

• Our strategy is built upon meticulous case analysis that factors in unique attributes of your personal injury circumstances.

• Consistent communication ensures you are well-informed about your claim’s progress every step of the way.

At Carlson Bier, our goal revolves around eliminating your stress while fighting for your rights and justice. Rely on us to protect your best interests during this difficult time – let us turn these overwhelming aspects into manageable steps moving ahead with practical legal solutions.

With decades of experience in Illinois, we have made an indelible mark as confided personal injury attorneys. With a history richly steeped in success stories – clients walking away deservedly compensated, alongside the pillar of justice being reinforced – choosing Carlson Bier aligns with leaving no stone unturned when it comes to pursuing retribution on account of suffering inflicted by third-party negligence.

By now, you understand that personal injury claims are anything but simple. They require expert advice from experienced professionals on navigating through red tape engulfing them amidst emotion-filled times post-accident. This isn’t something one should endure single-handedly – seeking professional assistance is a necessity rather than luxury here.

If what we’ve relayed resonates with you and reflects where you currently stand or know someone who does then don’t hesitate further; find out whether you may be entitled to compensation for your personal injuries caused due to other’s neglectful actions.

Should such unfortunate events derail life events causing upheaval then keep this thought inscribed onto your mind: The team at Carlson Bier possesses vast competencies to steer this ship towards calmer waters ahead guided by unwavering dedication towards upholding rights enshrined within legal frameworks.

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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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Bicycle Collisions

Specializing in legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Burns

Giving adept legal advice for individuals of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Hospital Incompetence

Delivering expert legal assistance for clients affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Accountability

Taking on cases involving faulty products, offering professional legal support to clients affected by defective items.

Senior Mistreatment

Defending the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to abuse in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble & Stumble Mishaps

Professional in managing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal representation to individuals seeking recovery for their losses.

Infant Harms

Supplying legal assistance for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Incidents

Incidents: Dedicated to guiding individuals of car accidents obtain equitable remuneration for injuries and damages.

Motorcycle Collisions

Committed to providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Trucking Crash

Delivering experienced legal services for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for harms.

Building Site Collisions

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

Cognitive Injuries

Specializing in providing professional legal support for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

Canine Attack Damages

Proficient in addressing cases for clients who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Committed to legal representation for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering claims.

Undeserved Passing

Fighting for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and adept legal services to ensure redress.

Backbone Trauma

Focused on supporting victims with paralysis, offering expert legal support to secure justice.

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