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About Carlson Bier Associates

When navigating the repercussions of a slip and fall accident, securing proficient legal representation is crucial. For Rantoul residents, Carlson Bier offers unmatched expertise in personal injury law, specializing particularly in cases related to slip and fall accidents. Our seasoned attorneys have an impressive record of obtaining favorable outcomes for our clientele through meticulous case preparation and assertive negotiation tactics. We are deeply committed to achieving justice for every client and will tirelessly advocate for your rights while ensuring you receive appropriate compensation for your losses. What sets us apart is our strategic approach informed by years of practice within Illinois’s complex legal landscape – aiding cases similar to yours with diligence, precision, and integrity. Moreover, we honor transparency in all interactions as a core tenet of our firm; hence rest assured that there won’t be hidden charges or ambiguity regarding your case progressions with us at Carlson Bier. Choose smartly—let the real champions represent you because where it matters most- results speak louder than words!

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Rantoul Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our dedicated team of personal injury attorneys specializes in advocating for individuals affected by slip and fall incidents. While the name denotes simplicity, slip and fall cases are intertwined with multi-faceted complexities that require proficiency and experience to navigate effectively.

Slip and fall accidents often occur due to assorted negligent conditions such as poorly lit spaces, uneven flooring or unexpected obstacles on a walking path. These instances can cause severe harm, leading to incapacitation or devastating injuries that have lasting impacts on an individual’s quality of life.

At Carlson Bier, we understand this gravity well amid our extensive expertise handling personal injury lawsuits in Illinois. We exhaustively explore every detail surrounding your case including circumstances that precipitated the accident, potential witnesses present at the scene and extent of the injuries suffered. Key points we carefully consider include:

• Evidential proof of damages inflicted: Without concrete evidence supporting claimant assertions about their slip and fall accidents’ consequences, pursuing legal recourse is a futile endeavor. It is essential to provide medical documentation defining the severity and duration of incurred injuries.

• Verification of negligence: To successfully obtain compensation from property owners or custodians implicated in slip and fall accidents, there must be demonstrable proof pointing towards their dereliction leading to unsafe premises.

Carlson Bier attorneys deftly handle these intricacies inherent within Illinois’s personal injury law landscape using strategic approaches tailored for optimal results from each unique case presented before us.

We further augment our robust service delivery with continued commitment towards bridging knowledge gaps existing amongst prospective clients seeking redress after suffering bodily harm through slip and falls. All aspects involved in garnering justice are illuminated: laws touching on statute limitations, financial compensation specifics achievable upon winning suits plus effective pointers guiding interaction guidelines insurers throughout entire claim processes.

Crucially too at Carlson Bier, gains envisaged transcend beyond mere legal victories into firmly reinforcing tenets promulgating public safety against preventable negligences. When those in control of premises face accountability for inactions leading to avoidable personal injuries, a compelling deterrent is established – triggering improvements towards safer spaces free from negligent accidents.

We invite you now to explore more on how we can assist by clicking the button below and finding out what your case could be worth. At Carlson Bier, we advocate for fairness with calculated precision propelling personal recovery while fostering broader societal protection against future slip and fall tragedies.

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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 Rantoul

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Specializing in legal services for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Flame Traumas

Giving expert legal assistance for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Physician Negligence

Providing specialist legal advice for clients affected by healthcare malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Obligation

Taking on cases involving faulty products, extending skilled legal support to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

Protecting the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in aged care environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip & Fall Incidents

Adept in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking restitution for their injuries.

Birth Injuries

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

Vehicle Collisions

Collisions: Concentrated on aiding patients of car accidents receive fair recompense for hurts and destruction.

Motorbike Mishaps

Focused on providing legal support for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

18-Wheeler Collision

Offering experienced legal support for victims involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for harms.

Construction Site Incidents

Committed to representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Head Impairments

Dedicated to offering dedicated legal support for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Harms

Proficient in managing cases for victims who have suffered damages from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Pedestrian Incidents

Specializing in legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Loss

Striving for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, providing understanding and experienced legal guidance to ensure justice.

Spine Damage

Committed to representing persons with spinal cord injuries, offering compassionate legal representation to secure recovery.

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