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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’re searching for a dependable, compassionate Car Accident attorney, look no further than Carlson Bier. With our acute knowledge of Illinois personal injury laws and unwavering determination to see justice served, we’ve built a legacy helping victims regain control over their lives following devastating road accidents. We understand that dealing with the aftermath of auto collisions is incredibly overwhelming; physical injuries are often coupled with financial hardship due to medical bills and loss of income. Our aim? To alleviate this burden by fighting tirelessly on your behalf to secure appropriate compensation for treatment costs, lost earnings and other accident-related expenses that may arise. No case is too complex or challenging for us; at Carlson Bier, we thrive in skillfully handling these cases, crafting persuasive arguments which resonate deeply with juries and judges alike. Moreover, navigating through aggressive insurance companies can be frightening – let us bear this burden so you can focus on recovery. For outstanding legal representation after a car accident in Illinois—choose Carlson Bier: where clients’ needs always come first.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Rome Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, a premier personal injury attorney firm selectively serving the great state of Illinois. Our dedicated attorneys are relentless advocates for victims of car accidents, with an unwavering commitment to seeking justice and securing full and fair compensation on their behalf.

Navigating life after a car accident can be challenging; the ensuing confusion, pain, and stress often create an overwhelming environment for victims. Even more daunting are the complexities associated with legal processes and claims. This is where we come in – our expert team will comprehensively handle your case while keeping you informed every step of the way.

Car accidents have severe implications – not just physically but psychologically and financially too. The damages incurred include:

– Medical expenses: These generally form a considerable portion of any claim made by individuals involved in car accidents.

– Lost wages: If an injury forces one to take time off work, they could face significant financial strain.

– Property damage: This typically involves repair or replacement costs for vehicles damaged in the accident.

– Pain and suffering: Intangible yet extremely impactful, psychological damages mustn’t be overlooked.

As experienced professionals, we at Carlson Bier understand that every case is unique; different people face unique challenges following a car victim incident which vary from case-to-case basis. Thus delivering customized approaches that meet individual needs forms the core of our practice.

There’s often a misconception that personal injury cases are straightforward ‘win-or-lose’ scenarios. Understanding this isn’t necessarily true is key to setting realistic expectations about the potential outcomes of your case. Settlements are sometimes reached without going to court – these types of agreements necessitate deft negotiation skills, which our team has honed over years of representing clients successfully.

Now let’s touch upon another important point – timing. In Illinois law there exists something called ‘Statute Limitations’. Simply put, if you’ve been in an auto accident, it means you have a specific period within which you must initiate legal action. Given the criticality of this timeline, we encourage victims to promptly reach out for legal help after a car accident.

On a related note – remember the significance of evidence in supporting your claim. It’s thus crucial to preserve as much evidence from the scene as possible: photographs of property damage and injuries; contact information of eyewitnesses; medical records and bills; wage loss papers etc. Our team can guide you through sorting essential evidentiary documents correctly.

We also know it’s important that victims feel confident about their choice in representation – reinstating that assurance is fundamental at Carlson Bier. We offer free case evaluations where we patiently listen and gain an understanding of your situation while helping you comprehend potentially viable options moving forward.

Here at Carlson Bier, we firmly believe in establishing transparent relationships with our clients – clear communication fosters trust and helps achieve optimal results. Rest assured, we’ll be there with professional guidance every step towards resolution; whether it involves tireless negotiations or proceeding to court with litigation.

We enshrine empathy into our practice, realizing just how monumental these cases are to the lives they affect. We’ll respect your emotions without compromising on delivering robust advocacy aimed squarely at justice and compensation.

Before you leave though, allow us one more query – have you wondered what price tag could be associated with your case? Please be sure not to undervalue potential restitution because deciding for yourself could leave rightful dues unclaimed!

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Remember – there isn’t an algorithm capable of accounting all nuances associated with individual cases so use this tool only as reference until a thorough consultation by actual legal experts has been done.

Keep faith in justice being served for wrongs done unto you because here at Carlson Bier, your cause is our mission. Unwavering dedication for justice; that’s Carlson Bier’s guarantee.

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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 Rome

Pedal Cycle Collisions

Proficient in legal services for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's negligence or perilous conditions.

Scald Damages

Extending skilled legal advice for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Hospital Incompetence

Ensuring specialist legal support for patients affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Obligation

Taking on cases involving faulty products, delivering specialist legal help to victims affected by defective items.

Aged Misconduct

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

Tumble & Fall Mishaps

Expert in managing trip accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking justice for their injuries.

Neonatal Wounds

Offering legal assistance for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Accidents

Crashes: Dedicated to guiding individuals of car accidents secure reasonable settlement for damages and impairment.

Motorbike Crashes

Expert in providing legal advice for victims involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for losses.

Big Rig Incident

Offering professional legal advice for victims involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for damages.

Building Collisions

Focused on representing staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Brain Damages

Focused on extending specialized legal representation for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Injuries

Specialized in dealing with cases for persons who have suffered injuries from dog bites or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Crashes

Dedicated to legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Unjust Death

Striving for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering compassionate and professional legal assistance to ensure redress.

Backbone Damage

Expert in defending persons with paralysis, offering specialized legal representation to secure settlement.

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