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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the unfortunate occurrence of an automobile mishap, turning to a reputable, steadfast expert is critical. Carlson Bier asserts their position as a premier choice for representation in car accident cases. Holding extensive experience and astute legal knowledge, our firm is equipped to diligently advocate for your rights with dedication and unwavering commitment. Being victimized by a car accident can be severely traumatic; we recognize this suffering extends beyond physical injuries into financial losses and emotional distress. Fortunately, the exemplary services instituted by Carlson Bier aim at tirelessly working towards securing fair compensation tailored to your individual situation’s intricacies that will cover medical bills, lost wages or other injury-related expenses you may face. Our personal injury lawyers are noted for understanding the gravity of such incidents while standing resolute in pursuing justice against responsible parties ultimately aiding clientele maneuver through complex litigation ensuring adherence to Illinois legal procedures resulting in best possible outcomes, making us an optimal resource after encountering an auto collision damage crisis.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Saint Francisville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are devoted to providing unrivaled personal injury law services across Illinois. Guided by our impressive track record and in-depth understanding of personal injury laws, we prioritize the fight for justice alongside recovering financial compensation for our clients’ injuries. Personal injury cases can often be complex and multifaceted in nature, particularly when it comes to car accidents.

Car accidents have become an alarming trend on today’s roadways leading to severe physical harm and innumerable personal losses. Our legal team at Carlson Bier strives tirelessly to support those who find themselves victims of such unfortunate incidents. We understand that while no amount of money can erase the trauma or pain caused by these accidents, monetary compensation plays a crucial role in covering medical expenses, lost wages during recovery, and other unexpected costs associated with the misfortune.

When it comes to precisely dealing with car accident-related cases, there are a few key components every victim should know:

• Statute of Limitations: In Illinois state law, it is critical to file your claim within two years from the date of your accident.

• Comparative Fault: In situations where both parties are at fault for the accident, compensation will be adjusted based on each party’s degree of liability.

• Uninsured/Under-insured Motorists: If you’re hit by an uninsured motorist or one without adequate coverage, you still have options for recovering damages through your own insurance policy.

Our experienced attorneys uniquely tailor strategies depending on your situation; whether negotiating settlements with insurance companies or representing you robustly if court litigation becomes inevitable — rest assured that we can skillfully navigate any trajectory towards securing fair settlement commensurate with the severity of injuries suffered.

Over time Carlson Bier has helped thousands successfully recover damages ranging from property damage repairs costs to multimillion-dollar claims for catastrophic injuries or wrongful death suits. We meticulously detail every case examining potential theories of negligence like reckless driving or manufacturer’s failure ensuring you garner maximum recoverable compensation.

However, it’s important to note that every case is unique and involves distinctive aspects. Even similar car accidents can have varying results when tried in court or negotiated with insurance companies. This is why our attorneys conduct thorough investigations of each incident, reviewing police reports, interviewing witnesses, engaging accident reconstruction experts if necessary to assemble the most robust possible claim for your damages.

Carlson Bier firmly believes in close cooperation and continuous communication with clients—we know it’s crucial for you to understand the whole litigation process and to be kept informed regarding the status of your case at every stage. We’re not just your legal representatives; consider us as steadfast advocates who are genuinely invested in recuperating a sense of normalcy after your traumatic ordeal.

Our firm also acknowledges that one size doesn’t fit all—being empathetic listeners we patiently address all client concerns striving towards solutions best suiting their needs without ever resorting to aggressive hard-sell tactics because we understand any decision about legal representation should never be rushed but approached calmly and rationally.

Most importantly remember Carlson Bier operates on a contingency fee basis—this means payment ensues only upon securing a favorable settlement for you, signifying our commitment towards making justice accessible to everyone regardless of their financial standing.

Let us assist you along this challenging journey—not only navigating through intricate laws but as compassionate partners deeply committed towards putting your life back together post this adversity. Your fight becomes our fight! While there’s little chance of fully compensating for physical pains or emotional distress endured during these testing times—we pledge uncompromised efforts offering sound counsel aiming at maximum achievable restitution ushering relief with regained control over lives disrupted due to unforeseen circumstances.

We invite you now click on the button below to find out how much your case could potentially yield with Carlson Bier by your side pitching for your rightful restitutions. Let’s embark together on this path leading from pain towards healing powered by justice.

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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 Saint Francisville

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Expert in legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or dangerous conditions.

Burn Injuries

Providing skilled legal advice for victims of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Clinical Negligence

Providing experienced legal support for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Liability

Dealing with cases involving defective products, providing specialist legal support to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Misconduct

Protecting the rights of elders who have been subjected to mistreatment in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Tumble and Tumble Occurrences

Expert in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal advice to victims seeking compensation for their injuries.

Neonatal Traumas

Providing legal aid for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Mishaps

Incidents: Committed to guiding victims of car accidents receive equitable payout for harms and harm.

Motorbike Accidents

Focused on providing representation for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

18-Wheeler Accident

Providing adept legal assistance for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for damages.

Construction Site Crashes

Dedicated to assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Neurological Traumas

Expert in ensuring compassionate legal support for clients suffering from head injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Traumas

Skilled in handling cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Specializing in legal advocacy for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Unfair Passing

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and adept legal services to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Committed to assisting clients with paralysis, offering expert legal guidance to secure justice.

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