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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to proficient car accident attorneys, the name Carlson Bier instantly resonates in Illinois. Specializing in various personal injury cases, we have a concrete track record of providing first-rate legal representation and consultation for car accident claims. Our skilled team of experts understands the dynamics involved post-traffic accidents ranging from psychological trauma to navigating intricate insurance procedures. In Posen, traffic collisions are unfortunately frequent occurrences. As such, our commitment is your protection and justice; ensuring negligence is held accountable by methodically examining each case detail for maximum compensation claimable under Illinois law. High-impact decisions require experienced counsel – this inevitably sets Carlson Bier apart as your reliable choice in seeking rightful settlement against physical injuries or damages incurred during car accidents. We proudly serve individuals who demand exceptional excellence packed with empathy and personalized attention throughout complex circumstances faced because at Carlson Bier – you matter most! Trust that our adept legal guidance will transform your distressing moments into victories worth celebrating!

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Car Accident Lawyers in Posen Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we stand as steadfast advocates for individuals who have been adversely affected by car accidents in Illinois. Navigating through the aftermath of a vehicular collision can be daunting and stressful, both physically and emotionally. Therefore, our highly proficient team of personal injury attorneys is committed to guiding you every step of the way.

Car accidents result not just from reckless driving but also from diverse causes including distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving or even poor weather conditions. These incidents can lead to serious afflictions ranging from minor whiplash to fatal injuries. It’s crucial that one understands their legal rights when they are involved in such mishaps on the roadways within the state boundaries of Illinois.

• Proof Of Negligence: As part of Illinois law for car accident claims, it’s imperative that demonstrated proof of negligence exists. Evidence might include surveillance videos or witness testimonies.

• Time Frame For Claim Filing: In Illinois, there is typically a two-year time frame within which car accident suits need to be filed.

• Victims’ Rights: Those injured have certain unalienable rights – they may receive damages covering medical expenses relating directly to the accident along with compensation for further pain and suffering inflicted.

At Carlson Bier associates understand these far-reaching impacts and strive tirelessly to ensure justice prevails for victims often facing considerable life adjustments and steep costs related to physical recovery.

Expert representation matters since navigating through complex legal avenues post-accident needs tactful negotiation skills coupled with comprehensive knowledge about state laws surrounding vehicular incidents. That’s where Carlson Bier steps in – offering vast years of cumulative experience handling cases like yours with personalized focus on individual circumstances at hand.

We go above and beyond typical attorney responsibilities by partnering with investigative teams while piecing together each element underpinning your case. Our professional commitment extends beyond crafting compelling cases; setting up appointments , facilitating necessary medical treatment where required alongside unyielding support during emotionally charged court hearings.

At Carlson Bier, we are grounded in the belief that everyone deserves their fair due justice. Therefore, our remuneration is set on a contingency basis implying – you pay us only when we win your case guaranteeing further peace of mind and assurance.

Your road to recovery would undoubtedly be riddled with questions about medical bills payment or cover insurance company negotiations. Our team proactively takes charge answering any question that may arise during this path towards seeking rightful compensation for your pain and suffering post-accident.

When you elect to have Carlson Bier at your side, rest assured you are entrusting representation into capable hands backed by commendable expertise in personal injury law within Illinois State’s jurisdiction – attempting to maximize monetary recoveries ensuring brighter relief-filled futures after dark accident-ridden pasts.

No matter how complex or basic your accident claim might seem; challenge or confusion faced; Our team remains readily available offering expert advice navigating around potential pitfalls together crafting solid grounds upholding your legal rights protecting best interests at all times while pursuing beneficial consensus catered especially for you. Remember each case differs greatly hence it’s not just essential but also prudent reaching out experienced professionals such as ourselves helping making informed decisions

And now lastly, if these points spark curiosity about where do you truly stand legally following a car accident incidence wondering what exactly might the specific case be worth don’t hesitate –hit the button below taking one step closer reassurance understanding ahead facing uncertainties during existing emotional turmoil. After all why remain in gray shadows when help exists merely click away unveiling clearer brighter perspectives steering way comfortably towards much-deserved justice!

Remember, justice awaits those who seek it. Allow us to guide you through its intricate pathways 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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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 Posen

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Dedicated to legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others' recklessness or dangerous conditions.

Flame Damages

Giving professional legal advice for victims of severe burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Clinical Carelessness

Delivering expert legal assistance for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Accountability

Dealing with cases involving faulty products, delivering adept legal help to customers affected by defective items.

Elder Malpractice

Defending the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in aged care environments, ensuring fairness.

Trip & Stumble Incidents

Professional in tackling trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to individuals seeking recovery for their damages.

Infant Damages

Offering legal aid for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Crashes: Concentrated on helping sufferers of car accidents get appropriate settlement for damages and impairment.

Motorbike Collisions

Expert in providing legal assistance for riders involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for traumas.

Truck Collision

Delivering adept legal representation for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for harms.

Construction Crashes

Committed to representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Brain Injuries

Dedicated to providing specialized legal advice for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Traumas

Adept at addressing cases for people who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or animal assaults.

Jogger Mishaps

Focused on legal support for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Fatality

Advocating for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and professional legal guidance to ensure redress.

Spine Trauma

Specializing in defending persons with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal representation to secure settlement.

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