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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’ve experienced a slip and fall accident in Peoria, Carlson Bier is your prime choice for legal representation. A leader among personal injury attorneys, this firm has honed their expertise on complex premises liability cases including slip and fall accidents. Taking the time to thoroughly investigate each case, they fight for maximum compensation on your behalf to cover medical costs and lost wages. Their lawyers utilize an aggressive yet compassionate approach when advocating for clients affected by such unfortunate incidents. They understand the hurdles you face after being involved in a slip and fall accident – mounting hospital bills, missed days at work plus emotional stress; reasons why it’s imperative to secure representation that champions positive results. Bottom line, Carlson Bier commands an authoritative understanding of Illinois state laws vis-à-vis these types of accidents which places them at an advantage over other firms who may handle multiple areas but don’t specifically focus on personal injury law—more especially Slip And Fall Accidents.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Peoria Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a dedicated team of legal experts passionate about helping individuals who have experienced personal injuries due to negligence or misfortune. Specializing in an array of areas, one that stands at the forefront is Slip and Fall Accidents – incidents where someone slips, trips, or falls as a result of an unsafe or dangerous condition on another person’s property.

Understanding every nuance related to such accidents is crucial yet complex. Let’s delve deeper into this subject for clarity and comprehension. To begin with, both commercial property owners and homeowners have a degree of responsibility to ensure their premises are reasonably safe. When they fail to do so resulting in serious injury from slip and fall mishaps, they can potentially be held liable.

• Their liability hinges upon whether they knew the property was hazardous.

• And did not take necessary precautions to rectify it.

• Or should have known because any reasonable person taking care of the property would’ve discovered this hazard.

It’s worth noting that not all injuries occurring on a landowner’s territory warrant financial obligation on their part under Illinois law. A thorough analysis by skilled attorneys like ours at Carlson Bier determines if your case fulfills these criteria.

Further breaking down ‘Slip and Fall’ accidents, these usually fall under ‘premises liability’ claims which includes cases wherein an injury was caused by some type of unsafe or defective condition on someone else’s land. Often precipitated due to uneven ground surfaces, cluttered floors, weather-related conditions like ice/snow/sleet/rain, poor lighting or unmarked steps among others; compensations received can cover medical bills, loss of earnings capacity (if unable to work), pain and suffering etc.

Addressing another significant aspect – time constraint – Since there is a limited timeframe within which you can file a lawsuit against the liable party (statute of limitations), timely actions become incredibly crucial after experiencing such an accident:

• It allows an immediate assessment of the incident helping preserve the evidence and ascertain fault more accurately.

• It provides a faster pathway to reviving incurred costs and stressed finances due to lost wages or medical bills.

Navigating the legal maze of personal injury cases can be overwhelming, primarily when you’re trying to recuperate from your injuries. But rest assured, with Carlson Bier by your side; our experienced Illinois-based team will provide empathetic guidance and aggressive representation throughout this tough time. We believe in standing up for victims’ rights and doing everything possible to ensure our clients receive the compensation they deserve.

While we don’t have an office in Peoria, we proudly serve all of Illinois, offering unparalleled service with unwavering commitment and undeterred vigor – because at Carlson Bier it’s not just about winning claims – but reinstating lives disrupted by such unfortunate happenings. Our pain-staking attention-to-detail approach combined with intricate understanding of local laws helps us craft an air-tight case every single time.

In conclusion, whether you’ve merely slipped on someone’s front walkway or been struck down due to bad maintenance at a shopping mall; any kind of slip-and-fall accident resulting in unwarranted hassle deserves legal justice. Let us explore your case deeper! Keep going by clicking on the button below so that we can help determine just how much your claim could be worth – remember every step forward brings you closer to attaining reparations rightly deserved.

Ultimately remember– at Carlson Bier we’re more than lawyers…we are advocates dedicated tirelessly towards providing justice for those amongst us wrongfully injured. With years of juridical experience under our belts – think of us as reliable partners accompanying you through this demanding journey. So, let’s get started! Click below now.

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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 Peoria

Cycling Collisions

Proficient in legal representation for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' recklessness or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Giving adept legal services for people of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or negligence.

Hospital Misconduct

Providing experienced legal representation for patients affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Accountability

Taking on cases involving problematic products, providing adept legal guidance to victims affected by defective items.

Nursing Home Neglect

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

Slip and Slip Mishaps

Adept in handling trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking compensation for their suffering.

Infant Injuries

Supplying legal aid for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Crashes

Collisions: Focused on aiding sufferers of car accidents receive appropriate recompense for hurts and destruction.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Committed to providing representation for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

Big Rig Incident

Ensuring adept legal assistance for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate compensation for harms.

Construction Incidents

Dedicated to advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or misconduct.

Cognitive Traumas

Dedicated to providing expert legal advice for individuals suffering from head injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Damages

Adept at addressing cases for people who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or creature assaults.

Jogger Incidents

Committed to legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering compensation.

Unwarranted Death

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and adept legal services to ensure compensation.

Spine Injury

Dedicated to assisting patients with paralysis, offering compassionate legal guidance to secure recovery.

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