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About Carlson Bier Associates

When facing the aftermath of a car accident, city dwellers and commuters in Park City often seek proven legal expertise. Being located at a distinct focal point for such incidents in Illinois fortifies our understanding of the unique needs of locals involved in auto accidents. Carlson Bier is the preferred solution owing to its robust track record and specialized services as personal injury lawyers. With years of successfully navigating complex car accident cases, we aim to help you recover the maximum compensation while ensuring that your rights are defended zealously yet respectfully. Our dedicated team with extensive courtroom experience masterly handles each case strategically— validating your claims effectively against insurance companies or negligent parties responsible for accidents. We believe every client deserves personalized, prompt responses from their attorney—the very ethos Carlson Bier stands upon! Seeking justice? Know that professionals who comprehend local intricacies make all the difference when it means being entrusted with life-altering decisions post-car-related injuries or fatalities: trust none other than Carlson Bier!

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Car Accident Lawyers in Park City Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we equip our clients with the expertise and guidance they require to navigate the often complex space of personal injury law. Our primary focus lies in car accident cases; as Illinois-based attorneys, we’re intimately acquainted with local laws, regulations, and procedures that dictate these situations. Partnering with us ensures you gain an ally that is not only wholeheartedly committed to your case but also comprehensively knowledgeable about all facets of auto accident litigation.

An automobile accident can influence your life on various fronts – physically, emotionally, and financially. These three factors are intertwined, each profoundly impacting your overall quality of life. Acknowledging this intricate bond forms the bedrock of our approach here at Carlson Bier. We meticulously evaluate how a car accident has affected your well-being in its entirety before weaponizing our legal prowess to secure a fair settlement for you.

By detailing what constitutes a valid auto accident claim under Illinois law:·

• Demonstrable negligence

• Personally incurred losses (medical bills, wage loss etc.)

• Injuries sustained due to that negligence

We empower our potential clients right from their first engagement with us- clarifying any misconceptions surrounding litigations relating to automobile accidents. Further, by debunking common myths such as ‘ The driver who hit me should cover my medical expenses immediately,’ which is rarely factual under Illinois law.

To further enhance your understanding of a typical car accident case progression, let’s break down standard proceedings:

1) Detailed Case study/On-site investigation;

2) Filing necessary paperwork for initiating legal process;

3) Devising a strategic roadmap for effective negotiation/resolution or trial preparation if needed;

4) Negotiating settlements or representing you in court.

Beside these precise steps come unique factors germane to individual cases- stamina required during lengthy discussions/negotiations; emotional heft posed by recounting traumatic experiences; financial strain engendered by treatments/rehabilitation, etc. All this while allowing us to personify case strategies for clients seeking our guidance after facing a car accident.

Significance varying elements such as state-specific statutes of limitation on filing personal injury cases or ‘comparative fault’ system employed in Illinois in defining compensation amounts highlights the role of an experienced attorney. At Carlson Bier, we don’t just equip you with critical information that impacts your case outcome but also operate as sturdy shoulders during your ordeal’s most strenuous moments- physically, emotionally and legally alike.

Very often, grappling under the distressing aftermath of a serious accident makes it daunting for victims to assess if they are receiving fair treatment or not. Recording detailed documentation around every incident preceding/post the car accident can act as tangible evidence; nonetheless, technicalities abound even here—what constitutes relevant documentation? Realizing when someone is encroaching upon your legal rights? Understanding what timelines must categorically be met?

Such nuanced queries necessitate focused responses only an experienced litigator at Carlson Bier can deliver! Not just to prevail over bureaucracies and loopholes designed to constrain victims from acquiring satisfactory compensations- but also essential mental reprieve required by victims channelled entirely towards their holistic recuperation.

Before you venture forth on this endeavor alone thinking it’s merely about securing funds to cover incurred losses – medical expenses/ rehab costs – remember there@ s more than meets the eye. With us onboard, be assured of right alongside augmenting financial resilience; you acquire companions empathetically dedicated towards promoting psychological tranquility pivotal for full recovery post any traumatic event like a car crash.

Car accidents may be commonplace but dealing with them doesn’t have to be harrowing!. Leverage our tailored services propagate an integrated wellness approach beyond mere legal recourse. Are you curious how much compensation you could secure in light of your specific circumstances? Click on the button below and find out what Carlson Bier can achieve for your situation. Your journey to holistic recovery begins here!

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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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Car Accident FAQ​

The most common causes of car accidents in Chicago include:

  • Driver negligence: This includes distracted driving, speeding, and failing to yield.
  • Road conditions: Potholes, uneven pavement, and other road hazards can cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles.
  • Vehicle defects: Defective vehicles can cause accidents in a variety of ways.
  • Weather conditions: Rain, snow, and ice can make roads slick and dangerous.

If you are involved in a car 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.
  • Exchange information with the other driver. Get their name, address, insurance information, and license plate number.
  • 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.
  • Report the accident to the police. This will create a record of the accident and help you get help if you need it.
  • Contact a car accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a car 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 driver who caused your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a car 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.

In a car 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.

     

    Property damage: This includes the cost of repairing or replacing your vehicle.

    Punitive damages: These damages are awarded to punish the defendant for egregious or reckless conduct.

The statute of limitations for car 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 Park City

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Proficient in legal services for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Burns

Extending expert legal services for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Physician Incompetence

Providing expert legal representation for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Responsibility

Addressing cases involving defective products, providing skilled legal help to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Elder Misconduct

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Stumble and Fall Occurrences

Professional in managing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking compensation for their suffering.

Newborn Harms

Delivering legal help for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Crashes: Dedicated to aiding patients of car accidents get reasonable recompense for damages and destruction.

Bike Incidents

Committed to providing legal advice for bikers involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for harm.

Trucking Mishap

Extending adept legal representation for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just claims for damages.

Construction Incidents

Concentrated on defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Cognitive Impairments

Committed to offering dedicated legal support for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Traumas

Adept at managing cases for people who have suffered harms from dog bites or animal assaults.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Expert in legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Unjust Death

Working for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, providing sensitive and expert legal guidance to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Expert in advocating for individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal services to secure redress.

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