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About Carlson Bier Associates

When seeking the highest caliber legal representation for products liability issues in Illinois, most turn their trust to Carlson Bier, a renowned personal injury law firm with an exceptional track record. Our attorneys’ dedication to achieving justice and safeguarding fairness underlines our commitment to all clients looking for proactive and meticulous advocacy in regard of any products liability disputes. We are proudly recognized within Illinois based on our stellar history – coming out victoriously from complex cases involving ill-designed or inadequately labeled goods that caused harm to consumers.

Choosing Carlson Bier is not merely opting for legal service but building a partnership that strives tirelessly until your concerns have been resolved proficiently and justly. When dealing with a Products Liability case, it’s crucial you align yourself with seasoned litigators skilled at tackling even the most daunting challenges found within this robust field of practice which requires precision-driven expertise. At Carlson Bier we not only tick those boxes but continuously elevate beyond them–placing us as an optimal choice for both individual claimants and groups affected by irresponsible product manufacturing practices throughout Illinois.

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Products Liability Lawyers in Saybrook Illinois

At Carlson Bier, your well-being and justice are our top priority. As an experienced Illinois-based law group specializing in personal injury claims, we are committed to help you navigate the complex terrain of products liability. Products liability is a legal concept that holds manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, retailers liable if a product they put into the market harms consumers due to defects or failure to warn about dangers associated with its use.

There are three focal areas under products liability:

• Design defects: These issues emerge at the planning stage of a product before it even enters production.

• Manufacturing defects: Although a product’s design may be flawless, sometimes faults occur during fabrication

• Marketing defects: This relates to inappropriate labels, deficient safety instructions or inadequate alert on dangers regarding usage

If you’ve been injured by a defective or dangerous product in Illinois, Carlson Bier is here to stand by your side and fight for your rights. Our team will meticulously examine every facet of your case and leverage their extensive experience within this intricate field for optimum results.

Understanding the complexities of products liability can feel overwhelming especially when dealing with injuries; hence our commitment to not only providing you superior representation but also ensuring that legal jargon isn’t a barrier. We take pride in decoding the law into simple terms so you fully understand how it applies to your unique situation.

Our work’s crux has seen us delve deep into various instances where consumers have been wronged – from household appliances that explode without warning to failed airbags leading towards catastrophic collisions. Each one requires varying levels of expertise which we bring forth systematically resulting in effective litigation against formidable opponents like manufacturing corporations and insurance companies alike.

Product Liability Laws in Illinois cater for anyone who has sustained injuries caused by defective products irrespective of whether the defect was known prior or not by involved entities (manufacturers/retailers). Here at Carlson Bier Associates LLC., we ensure you receive full compensation as deserved considering medical expenses, loss of income, suffering, etc.

Optimizing state-wide regulations comes natural to us given our years of hands-on experience and dedicated passion towards protecting consumer rights. Our practical understanding of the legal landscapes not only give you an edge over opponents but also help chart a clear path through what might seem like a dense maze to individuals without professional assistance.

Furthermore, Carlson Bier takes every case seriously ensuring personalized attention right from investigative stages up until settlement or trial as needed. It doesn’t matter how ‘small’ your claim; for us it’s about ensuring justice is served – one satisfied client at a time.

In any products liability scenario, be assured that proving negligence isn’t your burden alone; we work shoulder-to-shoulder bearing the load while you take the necessary steps in regaining your health. As guardian angels clad in suit armor, we believe victims are never at fault when injured by defective products thus pains mustn’t be borne twice – physical and financial alike.

Rest assured knowing that with Carlson Bier advocacy means just more than clientele-solicitor duty execution – it’s a personal mission. Our goal includes enlightening you on various aspects accompanying product liabilities alongside compensation processes continuity irrespective of complexities involved or time consumed.

Join hundreds of clients who have found respite under our stewardship where intricate claims transformed into successful settlements meaningful differences made during challenging post-injury periods.

Remember: You don’t have to fight this battle alone. Lean on Carlson Bier for assertive representation vested solely upon achieving results surpassing expectations while remaining fervently rooted within designated Illinois jurisdiction limits adhering strictly regulatory provision boundaries.

Intrigued? We invite you to discover what our advocacy can translate into numerical worthiness reflecting fair entitlements based on case-specific circumstances. Onwards James Carlson & Dionne Bier continue steering individuals back normality through structured law excellence seeping deep-rooted passion bridged by fortifying attorney-client trust alliances. Want to estimate what your case could be worth? Kindly click the button below; Restoration begins on a single click with Carlson Bier – Personal Injury Lawyers Engaging Experience and Assertiveness.

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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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Product Liability FAQ​

Product liability is the legal responsibility of manufacturers, distributors, sellers, and suppliers for injuries caused by defective products.

The three main types of product liability claims are:

  • Manufacturing defects: These defects occur during the manufacturing process and cause the product to be unsafe.
  • Design defects: These defects exist in the design of the product and make it inherently unsafe.
  • Marketing defects: These defects occur when the manufacturer or seller fails to adequately warn consumers about the dangers of the product.

The signs and symptoms of a product liability injury can vary depending on the type of product that caused the injury. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Physical injuries: These could include cuts, bruises, burns, fractures, and other injuries.
  • Property damage: This could include damage to your home, car, or other belongings.
  • Economic losses: These could include lost wages, medical expenses, and other financial losses.

The treatment options for product liability injuries will vary depending on the severity of the injuries. However, some common treatment options include:

  • Surgery: Surgery may be required to repair injuries that were caused by a defective product.
  • Physical therapy: Physical therapy may be required to help patients regain their strength and mobility after suffering an injury.
  • Occupational therapy: Occupational therapy may be required to help patients learn to perform activities of daily living after suffering an injury.
  • Medications: Medications may be required to treat pain and other symptoms of product liability injuries.

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit for a product liability injury if you have been injured due to a defective product. A product liability lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

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Areas of Practice in Saybrook

Bike Collisions

Dedicated to legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or risky conditions.

Fire Burns

Offering adept legal support for individuals of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Hospital Misconduct

Extending specialist legal advice for patients affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Responsibility

Taking on cases involving defective products, offering adept legal support to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Senior Neglect

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Tumble and Tumble Mishaps

Adept in handling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal support to individuals seeking restitution for their suffering.

Newborn Damages

Offering legal aid for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Car Collisions

Mishaps: Committed to aiding patients of car accidents secure appropriate payout for hurts and losses.

Motorbike Crashes

Expert in providing representation for motorcyclists involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for losses.

Trucking Collision

Ensuring specialist legal assistance for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing rightful compensation for losses.

Building Site Crashes

Concentrated on representing workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Cognitive Impairments

Expert in ensuring professional legal assistance for persons suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Harms

Proficient in managing cases for people who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or animal assaults.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Specializing in legal support for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering restitution.

Unjust Loss

Fighting for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and expert legal services to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Expert in advocating for patients with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal representation to secure settlement.

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