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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you or a loved one has become the unfortunate victim of a pedestrian accident in Rock Falls, Carlson Bier should be your first call. Our headquartered Illinois-based law firm specializes in personal injury cases with an impressive track record in resolving pedestrian accidents claims. We understand how devastating these accidents can be and we’re committed to seeking justice for our clients. With vast knowledge and understanding of local laws and legal standards as they pertain to such incidents, we work tirelessly on your behalf to ensure that those responsible are held accountable. Quality legal representation is crucial following any pedestrian incident, as it could significantly impact the potential compensation you are due under Illinois law. At Carlson Bier, we take pride in working diligently to establish fault while advocating fiercely for fair compensation for our clients’ losses which include medical expenses, loss of income among many others past pain-induced limitations wantonly inflicted on them owing to gross negligence or unforeseen eventualities on roads within Rock Falls city lines. Count on us when every step counts!

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Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Rock Falls Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the pain and distress that can accompany a pedestrian accident. These types of accidents often result in severe injuries, with repercussions that may affect victims for years to come, or even life-long. As personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, our experienced team is committed to helping you navigate through the legal process so that you get the compensation entitled to you.

Pedestrian accidents have several causes but are predominantly the result of driver negligence such as speeding, driving under influence (DUI), distracted driving including texting whilst driving, failing to yield at crosswalks or disregarding traffic controls. All these mirror the critical need for aggrieved parties to seek established law institutions like ours – unswerving dedication and acute expertise emblazoning justice’s very possibility.

A pedestrian accident claim encompasses several aspects such as medical expenses both past and future related directly with the accident, loss of wages due to inability to work post-accident coupled with diminished earning capacity precipitated by a possible debilitating physical condition caused by said accident. Additionally, non-economic damages include pain and suffering alongside emotional trauma could also be part of your rightful claim. Importantly –

• Your negotiation dialogue should always involve professionals due in part because insurance companies will strive to minimize their payout.

• Establishing liability is cardinal – this adds an extra layer of protection ensuring that errant drivers don’t escape accountability.

• Remember timelines since personal injury actions are governed by Statutes of Limitations hence every case is subject to a stipulated timeframe within which it needs filing.

Here at Carlson Bier, we work tirelessly on your behalf—we investigate meticulously establishing driver fault if any; negotiate aggressively with insurance companies ensuring they meet their obligation fully; maneuver cleverly through roadblocks used routinely limiting settlement amount all while updating you keenly regarding case proceedings.

While we cannot lighten the severe impact of your distressing experience – physical and psychological ravages attending catastrophic events such as pedestrian accidents— Carlson Bier stands with you, guiding and supporting your quest for justice. We pledge to relentlessly advocate on your behalf demanding nothing less than the compensation that lawfully corresponds to your pains.

As professionals in this field, we understand the call for swift and decisive action. From arranging immediate medical assistance if needed, preserving available evidence to filing lawsuits against liable parties, we work expediently yet thoroughly so as not to leave anything to chance.

At Carlson Bier, your needs come first. Our approach is client-centric meaning our focus remains unwavering from all aspects encompassing your case – a strategy designed explicitly fostering client satisfaction hence cementing our reputation as reliable partners delivering measurable results.

Our commitment to providing expert legal representation extends beyond office walls making us formidable opponents in courtrooms or at negotiation tables alike. What demarcates us from other law firms is not just our experience but rather personal commitment towards ensuring every victim gets their deserved justice – an endeavor permeating each effort we undertake.

We encourage you now more than ever- tap into our wealth of knowledge; utilize it alongside years of hard-won experiences guaranteeing professional case handling techniques geared towards getting rightful claim settlements aspired by victims like you whilst upholding standards testament of ethical behavior within practice premises.

Should events take such unfortunate fatalities leading up to pedestrian accidents disrupting normal life flow coursing grief alongside uncertainties through victim families? Remember always – you don’t bear burden singularly; reach out combining strength standing together opposing adversity inaugurating healing journey commencing potential road toward full recovery resting heavily on adequate compensation sufficiency.

With inherent individualized consideration attended upon by industry’s constitutional understanding ensures delivery placed according specific needs translated equitable terms corresponding fair settlement payments commenced immediately without delay caused procedural complexities transcending allegations irresponsibility often placed wrongly onto unassuming shoulders belonging innocent pedestrians embracing common responsibility shared protection assuring societal safety shouldered equally citizenry benefit gained observance basic civilized human etiquette promoting mutual respect.

We invite you to click on the button below to discover how much your case might be worth. You are not alone in this journey – at Carlson Bier, allyship begins here.

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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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Cycling Accidents

Expert in legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's lack of care or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Giving professional legal advice for people of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Hospital Negligence

Offering dedicated legal support for clients affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Accountability

Handling cases involving problematic products, offering adept legal assistance to consumers affected by harmful products.

Nursing Home Misconduct

Defending the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to neglect in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble & Stumble Incidents

Skilled in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking justice for their injuries.

Neonatal Damages

Supplying legal assistance for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in infant injuries.

Auto Incidents

Collisions: Dedicated to supporting individuals of car accidents obtain reasonable remuneration for injuries and losses.

Scooter Collisions

Dedicated to providing legal support for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for harm.

Truck Accident

Ensuring adept legal advice for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing rightful settlement for damages.

Worksite Incidents

Engaged in assisting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or recklessness.

Head Traumas

Committed to ensuring compassionate legal representation for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Wounds

Expertise in managing cases for victims who have suffered harms from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Crashes

Focused on legal representation for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Wrongful Loss

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending caring and experienced legal support to ensure redress.

Spine Damage

Dedicated to advocating for victims with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal support to secure recovery.

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