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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’ve been involved in a car accident in Pittsfield, selecting the right legal representation can greatly influence the outcome of your case. Carlson Bier’s track record as personal injury attorneys is recognized and respected throughout Illinois. Our group specializes in car accidents, using comprehensive knowledge of state laws to advocate for victims’ rights efficiently and effectively. We understand that each incident involves unique circumstances; therefore our approach merges tailored strategies with commitment, ensuring optimal results for our clients. It’s through this meticulous attention to detail that we address key elements revolving around liabilities and compensation avenues associated with your specific case.

Choosing Carlson Bier gives you access to unparalleled expertise honed over years dealing with insurance companies and navigating complex negotiable scenarios to favorably resolve our clients’ claims swiftly. We pride ourselves on being compassionate towards all we represent while maintaining an unwavering determination when battling for their justice and rightful restitution time after time – making us the best choice for handling a car accident claim within Pittsfield’s jurisdiction irrespective of complexity or severity levels involved.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Pittsfield Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the emotional turmoil and financial burden a car accident can bring to your life. When disaster strikes on Illinois roads, our dedicated team of personal injury attorneys has your back. With years of experience fighting for victims just like you, we have cemented our reputation as skillful advocates who place clients’ interests at the heart of every case.

Car accidents can take many forms, from minor fender-benders to tragic collisions with multiple fatalities. But regardless of severity, an accident’s impact extends far beyond immediate physical injuries—it trickles into medical expenditures, lost income due to incapacitation, psychological trauma, property damage repairs or replacement cost.

• Damage to Personal Property: This includes repair or replacement costs for your vehicle or other valuable items damaged during the incident.

• Medical Expenses: From ambulance rides and hospital stays to long-term treatments such as physiotherapy or surgical procedures that may arise down the line.

• Loss of Income: Whether loss for wages already missed from work due to medical recuperation or future loss because one’s earning capacity is impaired.

• Pain and Suffering: Compensations for both physical pain and psychological sufferings are key aspects in many car accident settlements.

We believe it’s essential you know what potential recoverable damages exist following an auto collision—a comprehensive understanding aids in strategically preparing a lawsuit.

When choosing Carlson Bier team in Illinois as representing attorney after suffering personal impact by an automobile incident— rest assured knowing our priority isn’t merely dedicated toward gaining maximum compensation — dealing holistically means addressing the inevitable anxiety-inducing process associated with pursuing legal action post traumatic experience. Our compassionate guidance carries beyond courtrooms; dovetails onto mental recovery trajectory—by significantly relieving stress so you could focus more energy helping therapists reintegrate back into pre-accident living standard.

Our competent attorneys will meticulously investigate all aspects surrounding each particular scenario involved within client’s bothersome predicament—they review all notable reports, interview eyewitnesses if necessary, examine scene photographs to ensure every vital detail gets adequately accounted for during claim valuation process. Armed with this proactive approach and a deep understanding of Illinois’ traffic laws, our skilled team is adequately equipped in making an undeniably persuasive argument on your behalf.

Furthermore, we know that time is an essential factor in personal injury lawsuits. The statute of limitations restricts the window within which you can file claims following accidents; hence launching initiated action promptly post occurrence becomes crucial.

At Carlson Bier we concentrate on providing transparent communication throughout litigation journey – diligently updating clients regarding ongoing progress and earnestly tackling any inquiries or apprehensions they might harbor about the undertaking. Our attorneys, paralegal staff ensure every client feels respected—perceiving themselves not just as cases—but valued individuals who deserve utmost responsibility.

We do not wish for anyone to experience automobile accidents but in such tumultuous event occurrences—it’s comforting knowing expert legal counsel exists ready for assistance amid stressful times. If reading this information has spurred questions or concerns relating to car mishap aftermath navigational complexities—we welcome you wholeheartedly at Carlson Bier offices; endeavoring best possible outcomes from complicated situations.

Lastly, it’s worth noting that understanding your compensation potential isn’t always straightforward nor general aiming—surrounding narratives significantly shift case valuation metrics—you’re rightfully owed amount could be higher than preliminary assessments indicate initially!

To discover how much your case could potentially procure—click on the button below—for a professional evaluation by our adept accident lawyers today! Trust us; sometimes sum total offered by insurance firms fall short compensating deserved amounts—we’ll fight endlessly ensuring rightful justice isn’t merely obtained…but duly served too! Join hands with Carlson Bier—an esteemed law firm genuinely caring individual plight rather than simply seeing representation as routine business — Your path towards physical healing begins here by first alleviating demoralizing financial burdens attached per ordeal — Remember, Carlson Bier is there for You — every step of the way!

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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 Pittsfield

Bicycle Crashes

Focused on legal services for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or risky conditions.

Flame Damages

Supplying professional legal advice for individuals of severe burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Medical Misconduct

Providing professional legal representation for clients affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Obligation

Taking on cases involving problematic products, supplying skilled legal support to clients affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

Advocating for the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to mistreatment in nursing homes environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble & Tumble Mishaps

Specialist in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal services to clients seeking restitution for their suffering.

Birth Harms

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

Automobile Collisions

Mishaps: Devoted to supporting clients of car accidents receive just settlement for injuries and destruction.

Motorcycle Accidents

Committed to providing representation for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

Semi Collision

Providing experienced legal advice for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for hurts.

Construction Site Collisions

Focused on representing staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or recklessness.

Brain Injuries

Committed to extending specialized legal advice for persons suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Injuries

Expertise in tackling cases for people who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Crashes

Specializing in legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Fatality

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and experienced legal representation to ensure restitution.

Vertebral Impairment

Specializing in supporting patients with vertebral damage, offering professional legal assistance to secure justice.

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