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Have you recently sustained injuries in an unforeseen slip and fall accident? Turn to the reputable law firm, Carlson Bier. Specializing in personal injury cases throughout Illinois, we focus particularly on representing clients involved in Slip and Fall Accidents. Our team of seasoned attorneys has a distinct track record of successfully handling complex legal issues pertinent to such accidents. At Carlson Bier, we know that every case is unique which guides our diligent approach towards understanding your situation and devising effective strategies for maximum compensation. From negotiating with insurance companies to pushing for trials when necessary – ensuring justice is served remains our utmost priority. Situated within accessible distances from Palos Hills, making us your chosen legal companion will mean aligning with seasoned professionals who understand local laws surrounding these mishaps excellently well; residents can effortlessly reach us without the need for long commutes! So why wait another moment pondering options? Delegate your troubles today by reaching out to Carlson Bier where an experienced Slip And Fall Accident attorney awaits you!

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Palos Hills Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a team of seasoned personal injury attorneys dedicated to serving victims of ‘Slip and Fall’ accidents across Illinois. Understanding the critical facets embedded within this genre of personal injury cases, our goal is to arm you with detailed insights into navigating these complex scenarios. Our expertise plunges deep down into an array of situations where negligence may lead to harmful ‘Slip and Fall’ instances – in supermarkets, on icy surfaces, at workplaces or public venues such as hotels and restaurants.

‘Slip and Fall’ accident implies a situation where an individual slips, trips or falls as a direct consequence of a perilous condition on someone else’s property. Under the vast expanse of law extending its span across dwelling places or spaces under rental lease, public establishments or even construction sites; your ability to initiate legal claims depends critically on how adequately you comprehend vital aspects related to premises liability & harm mitigation.

An array of elements contribute towards establishing one’s case in ‘Slip and Fall’ accidents:

• The existence of an unreasonably dangerous condition that led to injury

• The owner’s awareness, or logical anticipation about such unsafe conditions

• The failure by the owner in rectifying the hazardous circumstance impacting victim safety

Highlighting these points merely presents one side of the coin in asserting fault liability post a fall-related mishap.

In addition, understanding Illinois Comparative Negligence Law becomes indispensable while positioning oneself favorably during any legal pursuit after sustaining injuries from tumble incidents.This particular law stipulates that if your own carelessness contributed more than 50% towards causing the accident; unfortunately it bars claiming recovery for damages suffered during the incident.

However, if adjudged less than 50% at fault; one may claim damages proportional only up-to-the extent deemed not at fault. Herein lies our role as your trusted legal ally! With nuanced understanding supplemented by skilled application for each case individually; an approach marked distinctively by personal attention and customized strategy formulation lies at the heart of our service delivery model.

Our commitment to you overarches your immediate need for proficient legal support to ensure authentic, detailed information regarding ‘Slip and Fall’ accidents law. At Carlson Bier, we strive not just to represent you intelligently in courtrooms; but also render a comprehensive understanding of how your stories matter under Illinois law – how every narrative leading up-to those crucial falling seconds make plausible case-facts capable of changing the whole dynamic of presented arguments during trials.

At Carlson Bier, we stand with you – right from that first consultation through real-time updates on case progress until its conclusion. Our success metrics align inherently with your well-being! What we aspire is not only winning cases; but also fostering strong attorney-client connections rooted in shared values, manifesting itself as indispensable understanding towards controlled navigation within these legally strenuous periods post-accidents.

We urge you today to champion this battle associated with fall-related accidents supported by our pool of talented attorneys committed towards providing proficient legal representation across any courtroom in Illinois. Make no mistake! Even though recovering monetary compensation remains significant post such emotionally draining incidents; what ultimately matters is justice rendered firmly grounded upon truth.

With such comprehensive grasp over key details pertaining to ‘Slip and Fall’ accidents assimilated cohesively – let’s explore together the way forward! Your suffering deserves more than silent acknowledgment; it merits action that voices concerns louder within courtroom walls seeking fair judgment against act(s) of negligence causing painful injuries. You may feel overwhelmed now thinking about initiating a pursuit alone facing formidable entities – fearlessly assert rights gained as citizens living under protective shield provided by Illinois Law constitutionally validated against all odds!

Interested in finding out the worth of your case? It’s time then for taking an informed decision backed by knowledgeable insights into ‘Slip And Fall’ accident laws framed strictly according to Illinois Personal Injury jurisprudence. Click on the button below and let’s commence your journey towards legal validation by affirming worth of every suffering endured due to these unfortunate incidents. Trust us, for in alliance with Carlson Bier – You get the strength carrying immense potential translating into assertive actions demanding desired justice!

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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 Palos Hills

Bicycle Collisions

Focused on legal services for people injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or perilous conditions.

Scald Wounds

Giving adept legal assistance for patients of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Hospital Misconduct

Offering experienced legal assistance for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Obligation

Dealing with cases involving problematic products, offering skilled legal help to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Elder Misconduct

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

Slip and Tumble Incidents

Specialist in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to clients seeking compensation for their damages.

Neonatal Injuries

Extending legal support for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Automobile Accidents

Mishaps: Committed to guiding victims of car accidents gain just settlement for wounds and damages.

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Committed to providing legal assistance for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Big Rig Collision

Offering experienced legal advice for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for injuries.

Building Incidents

Committed to assisting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or misconduct.

Cerebral Injuries

Specializing in offering dedicated legal advice for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Traumas

Specialized in managing cases for clients who have suffered wounds from dog bites or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Accidents

Dedicated to legal support for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Undeserved Fatality

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, supplying empathetic and professional legal support to ensure fairness.

Neural Impairment

Specializing in supporting victims with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure redress.

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