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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you’re searching for comprehensive legal representation following a pedestrian accident, Carlson Bier Associates is the natural choice. Our law firm possesses an extensive knowledge of Illinois pedestrian accident laws and has an unwavering commitment to protecting your rights in Petersburg. In every case we handle at Carlson Bier, our attorneys meticulously assess the precise circumstances surrounding each client’s accident. Our main goal is always to obtain fair compensation for all injury victims’ medical costs, lost wages, and other related damages.

What sets Carlson Bier apart? More than anything else, we value personal attention and dedication to detail that can turn complex litigation into successful verdicts or settlements. Backed by decades of combined experience representing pedestrians in difficult times around Petersburg vicinity when they are most vulnerable after suffering severe injuries due to motorists negligence assures that with us you’ll be in good hands adding value on multiple frontages not limited just within the courtrooms but beyond.

Choose safety; Choose expertise; choose reliability – choose justice! Choose your trusted partner – The team at carlson bier associates will stand beside you steadfastly until justice prevails.

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Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Petersburg Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on representing victims of myriad personal injuries including those resulting from pedestrian accidents. Pedestrian accidents are unfortunate incidents where a pedestrian is struck by a vehicle, such as cars, motorbikes or bicycles and they often result in serious harm due to the defenseless nature of the victim against much larger and heavier vehicles.

As your leading Illinois-based legal group specializing in personal injury cases—we possess the proficiency, experience, dedication required—and we aim to understand every nuance of your distressing situation. Our primary goal is not just winning claims but imparting critical information that will enlighten you on every angle related to pedestrian accident occurrences.

Pedestrian accidents can happen fast but their consequences may linger forever. Unexpected medical bills mount up. Severe injuries could mean time off work—sometimes permanently—which results in lost wages adding further stress. Extreme cases might even lead to permanent disabilities or loss of life.

• Some common causes include:

– Distracted drivers failing to observe pedestrians crossing roads.

– Speeding which often limits a driver’s ability to halt suddenly when needed.

– Negligence or breaking traffic rules by either party involved — be it the driver or pedestrian.

• The effect these accidents have on victims include:

– Physical Injuries: From minor wounds and fractures to catastrophic injuries like brain trauma or spinal cord damage.

– Emotional Trauma: Accidents are shocking events that might leave psychological scars taking time for full recovery.

– Financial Strain: Another undesirable outcome emerges from hefty medical expenses and potentially losing an earning member of your family.

Selecting Carlson Bier as your trusted ally during these trying times ensures appropriate legal representation beyond mere basic advocacy. We’re here not just because it’s our job—it’s because this is what we’re passionate about!

We painstakingly review each detail surrounding your case recognizing that no two cases are alike. As such, examining every available piece of evidence to construct a solid lawsuit is one of our key priority.

We understand that the sudden onset of such an accident in your life doesn’t just cause emotional and physical stress—it also makes navigating insurance claims or legal processes appear daunting. Our attorneys work diligently to ensure you have comprehensive knowledge about all procedures involved which can largely impact final settlements.

At Carlson Bier, we’re driven by results and extend our client-centered approach even into how we bill for services—we operate on contingency fees—this simply means if we don’t win the litigation case, you won’t owe us any attorney’s fee.

Furthermore, beyond these major points elucidated above, there are additional factors inherent in pedestrian accidents laws including comparative fault rules and statute of limitations. These complexities best handled by professional legal personnel like those found within our organization underline our commitment towards passionately defending your rights after such incidents.

The end goal isn’t merely financial compensation but securing justice for you as well as enhancing public safety awareness from lessons learnt—not forgetting easing your recovery process through this unfortunate occurrence.

Feel free to browse below where more detailed educational content lies await for further acquaintance within this specific area of personal injuries. It helps you align expectations accurately thanks to well-researched topics drawn from years of combined experience within our team. We believe an informed client forms pivotal part in fostering successful attorney-client relationships geared towards robust restitution paths.

Don’t allow the aftermath of a pedestrian accident dictate terms over your future. Equip yourself with crucial knowledge while seeking assistance from us. Remember that promptness counts; understanding nature’s timing aspects enable timely action which positions cases competitively during prosecution.

You’ve journeyed with us thus far and gleaned insight on pedestrian accidents—an echo resonating with Carlson Bier’s proficiency in handling similar situations filled with resilience laying bare humanity’s indomitable spirit! With equipped knowledge stashed underfoot—isn’t it time now taking first meaningful step towards ascertaining your rightful compensation aligned with justice’s firm gaze?

Why not click the button below to calculate possible case valuation—an unprecedented destination awaits echoing silent promise of recovery’s sweet essence—because at Carlson Bier, it is all about you—the victim—we champion steadfastly!

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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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Two-Wheeler Incidents

Dedicated to legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Burns

Extending specialist legal services for patients of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or recklessness.

Clinical Carelessness

Ensuring specialist legal advice for patients affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Accountability

Managing cases involving problematic products, supplying professional legal guidance to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Neglect

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

Trip & Stumble Accidents

Adept in addressing trip accident cases, providing legal advice to clients seeking restitution for their suffering.

Neonatal Traumas

Offering legal guidance for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Accidents: Committed to guiding victims of car accidents get equitable compensation for harms and damages.

Motorbike Mishaps

Focused on providing legal advice for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

Semi Mishap

Providing experienced legal services for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for hurts.

Building Site Collisions

Committed to supporting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or misconduct.

Head Impairments

Expert in providing dedicated legal advice for victims suffering from head injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Traumas

Skilled in tackling cases for persons who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Accidents

Expert in legal assistance for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering restitution.

Unjust Death

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, supplying sensitive and experienced legal support to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Focused on defending clients with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure redress.

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