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About Carlson Bier Associates

When facing the aftermath of a construction site accident, trust in Carlson Bier is paramount. Our expertise will exploit every legal avenue to ensure you receive the maximum compensation for your pain and financial burdens. As prominent personal injury lawyers based in Illinois, we have led numerous successful cases pertaining to construction accidents with unwavering dedication and strategic advocacy. We confront negligent contractors or insurance companies head-on, pursuing nothing short of justice for our clients who have been victims of such unfortunate incidents in civil workplaces like Pittsfield city. Though many scenarios could lead to these mishaps—such as equipment failure or structure collapse—we never underestimate any complexity involved; instead thriving amidst legal challenges presented due to variations in each case type. At Carlson Bier, we protect your rights while investing ourselves into revealing truth behind grim statistics about workplace safety violations effectively leading us towards achieving rightful remedies tailored specifically for individual client situations.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Pittsfield Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that construction site accidents can have complex and far-reaching effects on your life, health, and financial stability. Our dedicated legal team, based in Illinois, is equipped to help navigate these intricacies with you on your journey to recovery.

Construction sites can pose numerous hazards for workers. Despite the enforcement of industry safety standards by organizations such as Occupational Safety and Hazard Association (OSHA), accident statistics remain alarming. When safeguards fail or are negligently bypassed resulting in injury, who’s held accountable?

• The Site Owner: They may be liable if they failed to maintain a safe environment on their premises.

• General & Sub-contractors- Their duty revolves around ensuring day-to-day operational safety.

• Manufacturers – If the cause of the accident was faulty equipment or machinery.

• Engineers & Architects – If their structural design was inherently unsafe.

At Carlson Bier, we extensively analyze all facets of workplace accidents including OSHA violation reports, witness statements , examining work area conditions among others to uncover potential negligence. Our law firm employs state-of-the-art techniques and resources to gather evidence supporting our representation.

Injuries sustained due to construction site accidents range from minor scratches and bruises right up to more severe injuries like broken bones, spinal cord injuries or even loss of life. These injuries often necessitate substantial medical treatments which can escalate into astronomical bills quickly over time.

Did you know that a workers’ compensation claim does not fully account for benefits linked to lost future earnings? Or factor tangible costs like pain and suffering? In cases where multiple responsible parties exist apart from your employer there could potentially be grounds for third-party claims allowing injured victims access larger settlements than available via conventional worker’s compensation plans.

Building a solid case requires prompt action; deadlines within which personal injury claims must be filed under Illinois law are stringent – termed as statute of limitations. Miss these time frames and risk losing all rightful compensations!

Proving liability in a construction site accident case is a multifaceted process. It involves various complexities including understanding the position of each party involved, navigating insurance company strategies designed to limit their payout and presenting an unassailable legal standpoint.

Making sense of these complex processes can be daunting; this is where Carlson Bier comes in. We boast decades-long experience representing injured victims, ensuring their rights are effectively protected while securing deserved compensations they’re entitled to, so clients can focus solely on recovery.

Navigating court proceedings needn’t necessarily be painful though. Our firm learns about our client’s individuals situations comprehensively before identifying potential routes leading towards fair settlements without even requiring setting foot into a courtroom!

Carlson Bier takes each case seriously devoting all resources needed for rigorous representation promisingly regardless of case size! So whether you’re facing exorbitant medical bills or loss of income resulting from time missed at work owing to your injuries we ensure that your voice is heard and your justice served.

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Isn’t it good knowing there’s an experienced ally able safeguarding your personal injury claim rights empathetically? Don’t navigate these choppy waters alone! Got questions – like how much could my situation potentially grant me? To find out more about how we go about determining case worth ensuring comprehensive coverage for all possibilities click the button below right away! Let Carlson Bier be your bulwark against unintended occupational hazards today.

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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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Construction Site Accidents FAQ​

The most common causes of construction site accidents in Chicago include:

  • Falls: Falls from heights are the leading cause of fatalities on construction sites.
  • Struck-by accidents: Struck-by accidents occur when workers are hit by falling objects, moving vehicles, or other equipment.
  • Electrocutions: Electrocutions can occur when workers come into contact with live wires or electrical equipment.
  • Caught-in/between accidents: Caught-in/between accidents occur when workers are caught between two moving objects or between a moving object and a stationary object.
  • Overexertion injuries: Overexertion injuries can occur when workers lift heavy objects or perform repetitive tasks.

If you are injured in a construction site 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 your supervisor and to OSHA. OSHA is the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and they are responsible for investigating workplace accidents.
  • Contact a construction site accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a construction site 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 person or company responsible for your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a construction site 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 personal 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 construction site 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

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Focused on legal support for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' negligence or risky conditions.

Fire Burns

Extending expert legal services for patients of severe burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Medical Carelessness

Extending expert legal support for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Products Fault

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, extending adept legal help to victims affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring restitution.

Trip and Slip Accidents

Specialist in dealing with tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking redress for their losses.

Newborn Injuries

Extending legal help for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Incidents: Dedicated to helping sufferers of car accidents secure fair recompense for harms and losses.

Motorbike Incidents

Committed to providing legal assistance for individuals involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring fair compensation for injuries.

Trucking Mishap

Extending adept legal services for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for injuries.

Construction Incidents

Dedicated to assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Brain Injuries

Committed to extending professional legal support for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Damages

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

Cross-walker Crashes

Committed to legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Loss

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and skilled legal assistance to ensure redress.

Vertebral Damage

Committed to advocating for patients with paralysis, offering expert legal support to secure justice.

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