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About Carlson Bier Associates

Carlson Bier is a premium choice for individuals seeking proficient representation in slip and fall accidents. Our esteemed firm has substantial experience with these specific types of personal injury cases, providing our clientele with comprehensive legal advice and assertive action to secure the most favorable outcomes possible. The experienced attorneys at Carlson Bier have successfully filed numerous claims, skillfully negotiating insurance settlements on behalf of our clients who have been unfortunate victims of such incidents. We are acutely aware of how profound an impact this type of accident can have on our clients’ lives; we make it our mission to ensure their rights are preserved while striving for justice. Even though Carlson Bier’s primary office resides outwith Pawnee, we proudly extend our services to those residing within its boundaries as well—it’s worth noting that local regulations entirely permit this practice. While truly understanding the intricate laws surrounding slip and falls in Illinois which bolsters us an advantage in effectively managing your case regardless where you reside.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Pawnee Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our distinguished personal injury attorneys champion the cause of victims in Illinois who have suffered due to Slip and Fall Accidents. These accidents can occur anywhere – from grocery stores and parking lots to private homes and public sidewalks, often leading to severe injuries such as broken bones, back strains or sprains, concussions, spinal cord damage or even traumatic brain injuries. It is crucial for anyone involved in a slip and fall accident to understand their legal rights and how they may obtain compensation for their injuries.

Our expert team understands that the aftermath of a slip and fall incident can be overwhelming. Not only might you be dealing with potentially serious physical injuries but also enduring emotional distress coupled with financial burdens resulting from medical bills and time off work. Often times the victim of a slip and fall accident may blame themselves for their misfortune; it is imperative to note that these accidents are frequently not your fault. They typically occur due to conditions such as poor lighting, unmarked wet floors, loose carpeting or hazardous walkways which should have been managed by someone other than yourself –such as a property owner or manager.

There are certain key aspects which we strive to underline regarding Slip And Fall Accidents:

– Duty of Care: Property owners owe their visitors a reasonable duty of care which means maintaining safe conditions on their premises.

– Breach of Duty: If an owner fails this duty such as inadequate maintenance or lack of hazard warning signs leads to accidents.

– Causation: This refers proving connection between the breach of duty by the property owner and your injury.

– Damages: To seek compensation one must demonstrate actual harm whether it’s physical injury or financial loss due to related expenses.

Clients seek out Carlson Bier because we prioritise proactive communication through each step of what can seem like an intimidating process. We investigate each case meticulously ensuring all relevant evidence is collected – photographs showing the dangerous condition that caused your fall, medical records outlining the severity of your injuries, and testimony from eyewitnesses or experts in safety standards. We then navigate you through pertinent laws and statutes, understanding full well that prolonged legal battles can take an emotional toll on our clients.

Through our strategic direction, we aim to establish liability with the property owner or manager whose negligence led to your accidental injury, thereby building a robust case for compensation claims. It’s also crucial to file your lawsuit within the Illinois statute of limitations for personal injury cases which is typically two years from the date of accident. Furthermore, even though one didn’t cause their slip and fall accident, Illinois uses ‘comparative fault’ rules where if found you are partly responsible it could reduce the amount of damages obtainable.

Whether negotiations lead to settlement out of court or present the necessity for aggressive representation during trial – Carlson Bier will steadfastly advocate for your rights ensuring optimal compensation covering not only medical expenses but also lost wages plus pain and suffering endured.

Being involved in a slip and fall accident can be a disorientating experience; at Carlson Bier we strive to provide clarity amidst chaos knowing that knowledge is power when navigating these turbulent times. Each step is geared towards reclaiming justice for victims ensuring they Unearth their path towards recovery without being weighed down by financial burdens precipitated by someone else’s negligence.

Don’t let doubts about possible costs stop you from reaching out – at Carlson Bier we handle Slip And Fall Accident cases on a contingency basis: meaning you pay nothing unless we secure a successful verdict or settlement in your favor.

At this pivotal juncture it’s critical to have experienced champions like those at Carlson Bier advocating on your behalf – simply click on the button below now! Let us evaluate how much worth does your case hold – remember each person’s truth deserves its day in court!

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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 Pawnee

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Proficient in legal representation for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Supplying expert legal help for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Physician Incompetence

Extending expert legal advice for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Goods Responsibility

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, extending adept legal assistance to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Malpractice

Defending the rights of elders who have been subjected to neglect in aged care environments, ensuring protection.

Trip & Fall Injuries

Adept in managing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking restitution for their damages.

Newborn Harms

Providing legal guidance for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in infant injuries.

Auto Collisions

Collisions: Devoted to guiding clients of car accidents gain reasonable settlement for harms and damages.

Motorbike Mishaps

Specializing in providing representation for riders involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Semi Incident

Offering expert legal assistance for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for injuries.

Construction Collisions

Dedicated to advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or misconduct.

Head Harms

Focused on extending specialized legal representation for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Harms

Expertise in tackling cases for individuals who have suffered harms from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Specializing in legal assistance for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Unfair Death

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing caring and professional legal support to ensure redress.

Backbone Harm

Committed to assisting victims with spine impairments, offering professional legal assistance to secure compensation.

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