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About Carlson Bier Associates

In Palestine, the bustling construction industry exposes countless workers to significant hazards daily. Amid this backdrop, if you’ve suffered a Construction Site Accident—the ramifications often extend beyond physical injury; financial distress and emotional suffering may follow. The highly-skilled attorneys at Carlson Bier are poised to intervene and champion your rights assertively and professionally. Expert in Illinois law, our team navigates these complex cases with precision—maximizing compensation for medical expenses, loss of earnings, disability benefits or wrongful death claims on behalf of clients. Leveraging years of insight acquired from dedicated service in Personal Injury Law is their unique strength that sets them apart from others. They strive tirelessly to procure justice while ensuring the process stays seamless for their clients during such trying times. With Carlson Bier’s legal assistance steering through personal injury predicaments becomes manageable regardless of where one resides within Illinois’ borders—involving them soon after an accident optimizes chances for a successful resolution.Trustworthy,capable with proven results , Carlson Bier should be your first consideration following any Construction Site Accident .

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Palestine Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, your dedicated personal injury law firms, proudly standing in the frontlines of justice right here in Illinois. Our primary commitment lies in improving clients’ lives by representing them strongly when life takes an unpredictable turn due to construction site accidents.

Construction site accidents are unfortunately commonplace and cause debilitating injuries that can drastically affect a victim’s quality of life. At Carlson Bier, we understand that these mishaps do not only affect the physical wellbeing but also weigh heavily on emotional health and financials. Productivity loss is sometimes overlooked following a construction accident; however, it plays a significant role in augmenting life-altering circumstances for victims.

To enlighten you further about the gravity of such events:

• Construction site workers are five times more likely to get injured compared to other employees.

• Four primary types of accidents- falls, struck-by-object, electrocutions, and caught-in-betweens known as the “Fatal Four,” are responsible for over half the deaths occurring on-site.

• Injuries sustained from these accidents often lead to long-term disability or even accidental death.

Moreover, every construction company must provide adequate safety measures and maintain standards set under Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations. Any deviations from these protection norms can make them liable for compensation claims raised by victims of such negligent actions.

While this may sound straightforward, winning a claim requires profound legal acumen to prove negligence convincingly and estimate a valid amount for settlement accurately. This is precisely where Carlson Bier comes into play with its impressive roster of seasoned attorneys who bring years of litigation experience onto your side providing expertise through:

• Thorough incident investigations

• Detailed case evaluations

• Estimating reasonable settlements

Comprehending all necessary information about construction accident laws allows your rights as an employee to be well-defended during legal proceedings. Claims typically rely on elements like violation of OSHA standards at fault party’s end, liability proofs, and calculating the wage losses or medical expense incurred; we prepare a robust case with these keystones.

At Carlson Bier, you will find the right aid with our skilled attorneys who have helped thousands emerge successfully through such legal battles. We believe in offering assistance that not only secures your justice but also assures peace of mind during trying times. Understanding all details about construction accident laws is a key to approaching your claim correctly—navigate this pivotal journey equipped with knowledge and support from us at Carlson Bier today.

Our commitment goes beyond representing clients—we strive to provide empathy-driven service where each client’s individual story holds a place for recognition. As every life, every story matters immensely and anchors its unique importance because it often hides beneath legal jargon at other firms. Fairness, respect, and understanding are values deeply rooted in our ethos—a trait keeping us connected closely with our clientele base on shared trust grounds.

Arming oneself with expert guidance becomes crucial when combating legally for justice involved in workplace injuries like construction site accidents due to their severe implications often overshadowing victims’ wants needs desires. Hence, having an acute sense of clarity understanding about laws related incidents might seem like daunting enough task—we exist to simplify this process bringing benefits towards personal wellness professional success alike lighting path recovery by providing:

• Stellar Guidance

• Tactical Approach

• Robust Representation

If you or someone you know has become victimized by circumstances involving construction site accidents deserving rightful compensation—don’t wait further! The law has provisions safeguarding your interests recover damages resulting from another’s fault neglect actions giving rise to unfair outcomes impacting health net worth potential ability continue employment future.

We invite you now to utilize our expert service towards gaining legislative protection under construction accident laws. Make that decisive click below—to uncover what awaits at the end of this fight for justice: What is your case worth? Let’s determine together because serving justice stands as powerhouse belief fueling Carlson Bier’s drive since its inception aligning every client’s dream to ours—seeing them heal grow prosper amidst adversity.

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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 Palestine

Pedal Cycle Crashes

Dedicated to legal advocacy for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Flame Burns

Extending expert legal advice for people of serious burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Clinical Carelessness

Extending dedicated legal assistance for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Commodities Liability

Handling cases involving dangerous products, providing adept legal support to victims affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Neglect

Supporting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble & Fall Injuries

Skilled in addressing slip and fall accident cases, providing legal assistance to individuals seeking recovery for their suffering.

Newborn Injuries

Supplying legal support for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Incidents: Committed to supporting clients of car accidents obtain fair settlement for wounds and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Committed to providing legal advice for victims involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

Big Rig Mishap

Delivering adept legal assistance for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for losses.

Worksite Mishaps

Focused on representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Head Harms

Specializing in delivering compassionate legal services for clients suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Traumas

Proficient in addressing cases for individuals who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Crashes

Specializing in legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Fatality

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending compassionate and skilled legal support to ensure fairness.

Backbone Impairment

Specializing in representing individuals with paralysis, offering compassionate legal services to secure settlement.

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