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About Carlson Bier Associates

When involved in a construction site accident, the complexities of navigating legal procedures and understanding your rights can be daunting. That’s where Carlson Bier steps in to streamline this process. The firm specializes in Construction Site Accident Law, wielding vast experience across diverse cases spanning years of dedicated service. Endorsed by a strong team of attorneys who are empathetic yet relentless fighters for justice, Carlson Bier distinguishes itself through its commitment towards safeguarding clients’ interests with dogged determination and skillful negotiation tactics. Whether it’s injuries caused by falling objects, equipment failure or safety negligence on part of the employer; we stand tall as competent defenders adept at managing complex lawsuits while ensuring appropriate compensation for our clientele. While we continue to assist victims nation-wide faced with such unfortunate circumstances; each city holds its unique legal environment – Paris being no exception! Hence our repertoire expands beyond Illinois offering strategic infrustructural knowledge tailored specifically considering regional laws and their underlying nuances which might pertain particular influence across case proceedings. Leverage our expertise at Carlson Bier – advocating fair judgement one client at a time.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Paris Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we believe in the power of law and your rights after experiencing a workplace accident. Our team is composed of highly skilled personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, who understand the complexities and challenges that accompany construction site incidents. We’re committed to guiding you through every step of the legal process ensuring that you receive fair compensation.

Working on construction sites carries an inherent risk due to its nature where heavy machines, high altitudes, sharp objects, and continuous movement are everyday norms. Accidents tend to occur when safety measures fall short or fail completely. These could range from falls from scaffolding to injuries caused by defective machinery or inadequate safety equipment. It’s essential for workers to know what they can do if such unfortunate situations arise.

Construction accidents can have far-reaching consequences that extend beyond physical harm or loss of income during recovery. Victims may face lifelong disabilities that could prevent their return to work entirely leading emotionally traumatizing experiences which too often go unrecognized by insurance companies focusing solely on quantifiable damages.

• Knowledge is key: Understanding your rights begins with detailed clarity about the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA). This legislation stipulates specific safety regulations all employers must adhere to ensure safe working conditions but sometimes this isn’t enough.

• Accident-related costs: Medical bills can pile up swiftly following a major incident. Coupled with lost wages during convalescence can lead most people into deep financial crises unless appropriately represented in fighting for rightful compensations.

• Wrongful death: In the tragic event wherein an accident results in death, families bear a heavy emotional burden plus potential financial struggles afterward without their primary breadwinner’s income.

At Carlson Bier we specialize in providing robust legal strategies tailored specifically towards clients who suffered from construction site accidents making us adept at navigating complex litigation processes typically surrounding these cases while also valuing empathetic reprising as an essential part of our service provision model:

– Evidence Collection: From immediate aftermaths through hospital records, scene inspections, witness interviews, accident reconstruction experts and a meticulous review of all safety measures implemented at the site – we leave no stone unturned.

– Negotiation & Litigation: Our attorneys negotiate assertively with responsible parties and insurance companies to ensure rightful compensation is claimed. When necessary, we prepared to take cases to trial securing maximum possible damages recoverable under Illinois law.

– Emotional Support: We not only represent you legally but also provide emotional support throughout your journey to recovery. Our ever-available team provides continuous updates regarding case progress making sure clients feel informed empowered during these difficult times.

Our philosophy at Carlson Bier rests on the commitment to fight tooth and nail for our clients’ rights ensuring that they’re appropriately indemnified commensurate with their pain suffering and loss. Our mission is simple yet profound – secure justice for those who’ve been wronged setting precedents in personal injury conscientiousness along the journey.

As you navigate this challenging period let us stand by your side bringing legal firepower passion empathy tenacity experience and utmost commitment. If you or a loved one has suffered from a construction site accident in Illinois, don’t face this battle alone – leverage on our expertise specifically forged through numerous successes over landmark construction site accidents litigation processes.

The critical question remains though: “how much is my case worth?”

Click the button below so that we can get started first by understanding specifics around your predicament then following it up with staunch representation that prioritizes winning rightful compensation for each iota of discomfort or pain experienced thus far thereby illuminating light at what might presently seem like an extremely dark tunnel end.

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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 Paris

Bike Accidents

Focused on legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or perilous conditions.

Fire Injuries

Giving skilled legal support for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Medical Malpractice

Providing experienced legal advice for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Responsibility

Addressing cases involving defective products, providing adept legal assistance to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Neglect

Protecting the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in aged care environments, ensuring justice.

Slip and Trip Occurrences

Skilled in handling trip accident cases, providing legal services to clients seeking restitution for their losses.

Childbirth Harms

Providing legal guidance for relatives affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Vehicle Incidents

Crashes: Dedicated to guiding individuals of car accidents get equitable recompense for hurts and harm.

Motorbike Crashes

Focused on providing legal assistance for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Ensuring adept legal advice for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for hurts.

Building Site Crashes

Concentrated on defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Head Damages

Focused on offering compassionate legal advice for victims suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Harms

Specialized in tackling cases for victims who have suffered traumas from dog bites or animal attacks.

Pedestrian Accidents

Dedicated to legal representation for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Passing

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and skilled legal guidance to ensure redress.

Vertebral Harm

Specializing in assisting individuals with backbone trauma, offering expert legal assistance to secure redress.

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