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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you experience a Slip And Fall Accident in Ottawa, trust Carlson Bier to represent your interests diligently. As specialists in personal injury law, we advocate tirelessly for accident victims to secure just compensation. Our solid reputation has been built upon years of delivering excellent results and personalized service. We understand that Slip And Fall Accidents can lead to severe injuries impacting quality of life, health expenses and loss of work— which is why the expertise inconceivably matters when selecting an attorney group as proficient as ours.

We have distinguished ourselves through our successful approach towards complex claim scenarios associated with such accidents involving sidewalk trips, parking ramp falls or indoor slips due to poor maintenance conditions. Compassionately representing your case while ensuring accountability from those responsible is the cornerstone of our commitment towards each client’s rights.

Therefore, with Carlson Bier by your side, feel confident about gaining fair restitution for your grief and hardships suffered due to a negligent incident at the hands of others. Trust us; these are unfamiliar waters best navigated by accomplished lawyers like ours who relentlessly prioritize client justice over all else during their practice.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Ottawa Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our firm boasts a reputation of excellence for handling personal injury cases in Illinois, with particular expertise in Slip and Fall Accidents. This type of accident is more common than most people think, and the injuries sustained can dramatically disrupt lives while inflicting significant physical pain and financial hardship. When you’re facing the aftermath of a slip or fall caused by another’s negligence, skilled representation from legal professionals like us at Carlson Bier can help.

Slip and Fall accidents occur when someone slips, trips or falls due to a dangerous or hazardous condition on another person’s property – be it residential or commercial. The core cause often ranges from wet floors, uneven surfaces, poor lighting conditions to unsecured rugs or carpets among others.

• Wet Floors: Possibly the most common trigger of slip and fall injuries are slick surfaces. These usually ensue following a spillage that isn’t promptly cleaned up or an area that’s just been mopped without an appropriate caution sign displayed visibly.

• Uneven Surfaces: Irregular pavement, cracked sidewalks, potholes and other types of ground defects often cause slip and falls incidents. Property owners hold a responsibility to ensure their premises are free of such hazards.

• Poor Lighting: Low-light areas can conceal trip-and-fall hazards like cluttered pathways or stairs which lead to unintentional accidents

• Unsecured Rugs/Carpets: If not well fastened this could cause accidental tripping leading to serious harms especially for older adults.

Understanding these potential triggers empowers individuals with knowledge on what circumstances could potentially qualify for legal recourse. It is essential to note that for your case to be successful; proof must be shown that your accident was caused due to negligence on part of the premise owner who failed in their duty of care.

In terms of compensation rights after suffering from a slip & fall accident; medical expenses feature predominantly. Beyond this though one may also claim reimbursements related to lost wages as a result of time taken off work for recovery, pain and suffering including both physical and emotional distress caused by the accident. In some cases, punitive damages might be claimed especially where proprietor negligence was particularly egregious or deliberate.

Every slip and fall case is different. Variables like location of fall, the severity of injuries and clarity around property owner’s negligence all play vital roles in determining the outcome of your case. Our skilled team at Carlson Bier leverages their collective experience to navigate these variables adeptly while investigating your claim thoroughly towards reaching an optimal resolution.

Taking action can often seem daunting without knowing where to start or what steps to take after a slip and fall injury. Here’s what you should do:

• Seek Medical Attention: Safety first, always.

• Report The Accident: Let the property owner or manager know about what happened

• Document Everything: Details matter immensely in such cases- down to precise circumstances surrounding your trip-and-fall along with any ensuing consequences.

• Reach Out To A Personal Injury Lawyer: Engage legal counsel early on for best results

At Carlson Bier we understand how overwhelming dealing with the aftermath of accidents can be & are passionate about creating a difference through our expert personal injury services. Take advantage of our expertise today by clicking below to determine just how much your case could potentially be worth based on prior claims we’ve successfully handled with similar circumstances involved right here in Illinois. Remember every situation is unique but armed with professional advice at hand from us; rest assured that you’ll be making informed decisions from there-on, bettering chances at securing financial compensation deserved allowing you to focus entirely on bouncing back health-wise following your unfortunate incident.

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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 Ottawa

Bike Collisions

Focused on legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or risky conditions.

Burn Injuries

Supplying skilled legal services for patients of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Healthcare Incompetence

Extending professional legal assistance for clients affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Goods Obligation

Addressing cases involving defective products, extending adept legal guidance to clients affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Malpractice

Protecting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall and Tumble Mishaps

Skilled in managing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking justice for their injuries.

Birth Wounds

Supplying legal help for families affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Mishaps: Concentrated on supporting patients of car accidents secure appropriate compensation for damages and damages.

Bike Collisions

Specializing in providing representation for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for harm.

Semi Collision

Extending specialist legal advice for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for injuries.

Building Collisions

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

Brain Harms

Focused on delivering dedicated legal advice for persons suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Wounds

Expertise in addressing cases for people who have suffered damages from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Crashes

Expert in legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Unjust Demise

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering empathetic and experienced legal representation to ensure fairness.

Vertebral Injury

Focused on advocating for clients with spinal cord injuries, offering expert legal services to secure redress.

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