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About Carlson Bier Associates

Suffered an unfortunate slip and fall accident? Your path to receiving rightful compensation should lead you to Carlson Bier. As esteemed personal injury attorneys, our primary devotion is advocating for clients who have been inconvenienced by such incidents. When handling slip and fall accidents, we meticulously gather evidence, scrutinize building codes and safety regulations as well as analyze medical reports ensuring a comprehensive build-up of your case. With extensive experience under our belt in dealing with these specific matters around Illinois including Potomac, we are aptly equipped with the insights necessary to skillfully negotiate or decisively litigate on your behalf. We understand that each situation is unique; hence our strategies are tailored accordingly providing personalized legal guidance every step of the way. Compassion underscores our conviction – at Carlson Bier, you aren’t merely another case number; rather a person deserving justice after distressing circumstances. So trust us – Carlson Bier- highly proficient in securing maximum damages for injuries incurred from heartbreaking slip and fall accidents.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Potomac Illinois

Understanding and navigating the complex world of personal injury law can be a daunting task. This is especially true when it comes to Slip and Fall accidents, one of the most common causes of injuries in Illinois. At Carlson Bier, we bring expertise, dedication, and empathy into each client’s situation. As an established law firm based in Illinois, we specialize in personal injury cases, including but not limited to fall-related incidents.

Slip And Fall Accidents occur more frequently than you may imagine and they are far from frivolous matters. When you or a loved one slip or trip due to poorly maintained property conditions, the results can be devastating – broken bones, concussions, even spinal cord injuries. The aftermath goes beyond just physical pain; extensive medical bills and loss of work wages can have considerable impact on your personal life.

Herein lies the importance of our specialty at Carlson Bier: assisting victims rightfully claim their losses from neglectful parties with adequate legal solutions. Our attorneys labor painstakingly through every detail of your case – starting from gathering necessary evidence such as accident scene photographs and witness accounts; poring over medical reports for thorough understanding of your health’s state pre-and-post incident; right down to negotiating fiercely on your behalf with insurance companies for full compensation that mirrors your suffering.

There exist three cardinal points underpinning most slip-and-fall legal actions:

• Liability: It must be proven that the fault lies with another party for creating or overlooking a dangerous circumstance which incited the fall.

• Negligence: The errant party should have been aware about this hazard yet failed to take required precautions against it.

• Damage: There needs to be clear evidence highlighting how you have been harmed because of this negligence.

If these aspects seem viable within your scenario – our dedicated team at Carlson Bier will propel these points legally so that justice finds its way back to you.

Remember – a compelling verdict doesn’t just materialize out of thin air. Illinois’s legal space can be difficult to navigate, hence understanding Slip And Fall cases demands absolute precision tempered with professional experience – ingredients we readily have in our arsenal at Carlson Bier. While tackling personal injury law may feel cumbersome as you grapple with physical and emotional aftermaths of a distressing accident – it’s important that your losses aren’t simply brushed under the carpet.

Here at Carlson Bier, we strive for making this process less painful through accurate information and efficacious action. Building sturdy client-attorney relationships is pivotal to us and so is maintaining your trust. Besides putting an unrivaled depth of industry knowledge at your disposal; helping you understand agency rules, understandings about limitations periods, or realistic compensation expectations – our goal extends towards leaving no stone unturned for securing optimal upshots on behalf of our clients.

Time is critical when it comes to submitting slip-and-fall claims per Illinois law. Thus, don’t let unnecessary time elapse post-accident before seeking help from a specialized personal injury attorney. At Carlson Bier, we offer free consultations – setting up an initial meet would only cost some moments off your schedule while potentially leading towards invaluable peace of mind down the line.

Our team at Carlson Bier invites you not just to imagine but ascertain what difference top-tier representation could mean for you. No victim should bear unjust burden due to someone else’s oversight and through our rigorous dedication tilting scales towards equity becomes more than just a far-fetched dream.

If you’re intrigued by how expert guidance could transform your case dynamics – go right ahead! Click the button below and find out how much your case could potentially be worth if entrusted into capable hands here at Carlson Bier – where safeguarding rights isn’t merely mission but motivation too.

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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 Potomac

Bike Mishaps

Expert in legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or unsafe conditions.

Scald Burns

Providing skilled legal services for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Clinical Incompetence

Delivering expert legal representation for victims affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Responsibility

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, supplying specialist legal help to victims affected by product malfunctions.

Elder Neglect

Advocating for the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to misconduct in care facilities environments, ensuring compensation.

Tumble and Fall Mishaps

Expert in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking justice for their losses.

Birth Traumas

Offering legal assistance for relatives affected by medical malpractice resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Crashes

Accidents: Dedicated to helping patients of car accidents get fair remuneration for injuries and damages.

Motorcycle Incidents

Specializing in providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for losses.

Semi Accident

Ensuring adept legal advice for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for damages.

Building Mishaps

Focused on defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or recklessness.

Cognitive Damages

Committed to providing expert legal assistance for persons suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Damages

Expertise in managing cases for persons who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Incidents

Focused on legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Loss

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and experienced legal guidance to ensure restitution.

Spine Trauma

Expert in defending clients with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal assistance to secure settlement.

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