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About Carlson Bier Associates

When dealing with Slip and Fall Accidents, it’s vital to trust the expertise of a firm like Carlson Bier. Renowned throughout Illinois for our effective legal solutions, we diligently fights for your rights. We synonymously understand that injuries sustained in such accidents can be life-altering; this fuels our vigorous pursuit of justice on your behalf. Our team has proven experience investigating myriad slip and fall scenarios—ranging from poor maintenance to hazardous surfaces—which ensures precise case analysis and solid representation. The years-long trajectory that distinguishes Carlson Bier guarantees you are in experienced hands committed to obtaining the rightful compensation you deserve as swiftly as possible. Compassionate yet assertive; these qualities make us a preferred choice among many victims of slip and fall accidents seeking efficient court representation without geographical constraints within Illinois State lines.

Trust Carlson Bier when seeking relentless advocacy devoid of restrictive boundaries even amidst adversity: because Your Safety is Our Priority!

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Pullman Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a team of accomplished personal injury attorneys with an expansive wealth of experience in managing Slip and Fall Accident cases. As Illinois-based professionals dedicated to helping victims receive the compensation they deserve, we understand the law’s intricacies underpinning such delicate situations.

Slip and Fall Accidents can occur anywhere- homes, workplaces, or public areas due to circumstances like slick surfaces, uneven flooring, poorly lit areas and more. Regardless of where it happens, falls can cause about-severe injuries – fractures, sprains, even traumatic brain injuries among others. Navigating legal complexities in these scenarios requires precision-centric expertise that Carlson Bier proudly welcomes you to leverage.

We believe strongly in enlightening our clients as they navigate this challenging landscape. So here’s some crucial knowledge about Slip and Fall Accidents:

• Duty Of Care: Property owners possess a legal obligation – known as ‘duty of care’ – towards anyone entering their property; ensuring it’s free from hazardous conditions being part of it.

• Proving Negligence: To secure compensation in such cases usually means proving negligence by the property-owner or manager. They could be held liable if they created the hazard knowingly without resolving it promptly or lacked regular safety checks leading to risky conditions before your accident.

• Comparative Fault: Illinois follows the principle of comparative fault rules in Slip and Fall Cases; meaning your compensation might reduce depending on how much any negligent action on your part contributed to the accident.

• Time Limit For Lawsuits: In Illinois state law (735 ILCS 5/13-202), you get two years post-injury date for filing personal injury lawsuits originating from slip-and-fall accidents.

Understanding these points isn’t enough. Action is necessary too! That’s why hiring seasoned lawyers like those at Carlson Bier becomes pivotal when progressing through these cases; not just because we uphold client-friendly values such as transparency but also because our approach whittles down the complex law paradigms into simple, comprehensible language alongside jargon-free explanation of every legal avenue available for your case.

Our firm also prides itself in keeping you updated about potential compensations you might receive from such cases spanning medical expenses, lost wages due to inability to work because of injuries or even non-economic damages including pain and suffering. With us as your legal pillar, you can expect indomitable tenacity when it comes to maximizing the value of your claim.

As experienced attorneys, we recognize that each Slip And Fall Accident case is intricate, unique and deeply personal. Therefore, our level-headed strategies are personally tailored for each client—understanding profoundly how vital orientation towards justice and adequate compensation is during these testing times.

Let Carlson Bier assist you in this fight against injustice—an erroneous scenario that shouldn’t serve a deterrent to achieving stringent legal retribution against those responsible. Navigate the aftermath of Slip and Fall Accidents with more intuition and confidence by enhancing your knowledge about them through thorough consultation with our team; thereby putting forth an impregnable front against any adversaries seeking jeopardy over rightful compensation.

Our commitment continues indefinitely until reaching a fair result reflective of your ordeal’s gravity.

Your journey starts here – click on the button below right now for a comprehensive evaluation underlining just how much your case could be worth in monetary terms! Taking this step doesn’t merely represent drafting a competent lawsuit—it echoes favorably upon shaping an accountable future where personal safety receives priority over negligence-caused accidents like slips-and-falls at EVERY locus point across Illinois…and beyond! Let’s get started promptly—with justice waiting diligently around the corner. Trust,—Carlson Bier stands undeterred beside you always!

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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 Pullman

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Dedicated to legal representation for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's negligence or dangerous conditions.

Fire Traumas

Offering specialist legal support for people of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Physician Carelessness

Offering dedicated legal assistance for individuals affected by clinical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Accountability

Handling cases involving defective products, supplying adept legal services to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Abuse

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to malpractice in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble and Trip Accidents

Expert in tackling trip accident cases, providing legal advice to victims seeking redress for their harm.

Birth Injuries

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

Car Crashes

Collisions: Devoted to guiding patients of car accidents get just remuneration for damages and destruction.

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Focused on providing legal services for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

Truck Accident

Offering specialist legal assistance for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing rightful compensation for damages.

Construction Accidents

Concentrated on assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or recklessness.

Brain Damages

Dedicated to extending specialized legal services for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Wounds

Expertise in addressing cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from dog attacks or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Committed to legal support for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering restitution.

Wrongful Fatality

Working for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, providing sensitive and expert legal representation to ensure redress.

Neural Damage

Committed to defending clients with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal representation to secure settlement.

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