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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’ve had the misfortune to suffer a construction site accident in Serena, Illinois, you require experienced legal professionals on your side. Carlson Bier excels at ensuring victims receive the justice they deserve.You shouldn’t have to bear the burden of medical bills and lost wages due to another party’s negligence. The experts at Carlson Bier are highly proficient in deciphering complex laws surrounding workplace accidents and can guide you through this challenging process with dedication and compassion.With years of experience, we understand how debilitating a construction site mishap can be both physically and emotionally. Our mission is not just about getting compensation but helping rebuild lives after tragic incidents.We hold responsible parties accountable with absolute diligence.Our team advocates tirelessly for clients’ rights against corporations, insurance companies,and other entities striving to undermine their claims.Central Illinois residents consider us leaders within personal injury law realm because we fight relentlessly for what matters most – our client’s wellbeing.Allow the lawyers at Carlson Bier guide you towards vindication.Relentless.Working For You.That’s Carlson Bier.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Serena Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our skilled personal injury attorneys are your trusted advocates when you have been injured in a construction site accident. Based right here in Illinois, we understand the complexities of the state’s laws surrounding these accidents and are ready to put that knowledge to work for you.

Construction site accidents can occur due to various reasons. Unsafe working conditions, poorly maintained equipment, improper training or violation of safety codes and regulations often contribute to such incidents. While workers associated with a construction site may be most susceptible to getting hurt, passersby may also sustain injuries due to falling debris or other hazardous conditions on-site.

Here are some common types of construction accidents we routinely deal with:

• Falls from heights — ladders, scaffolding and roofs

• Electrocutions

• Being struck by heavy objects or vehicles

• Construction machinery accidents

• Trench collapses

As an employee at a construction site, it is vital you recognize that your employer holds the responsibility for your health and safety while at work. If this duty of care is breached in any way leading to an accident, whether through negligence or disregard for regulatory compliance, this establishes grounds for a personal injury claim.

However, what makes building sites more complicated legally is the presence of multiple parties involved – contractors, sub-contractors etc., which might require thorough investigations into liability issues. This means proving someone else was responsible could potentially turn out complex; hence it’s crucial having expert attorneys like ours by your side who extensively know their way around these intricacies.

Navigating through the process after suffering a workplace accident can be overwhelming without legal assistance. Claims processes involve not just dealing with your employer but often include negotiating with insurance companies intent on reducing payouts as much as possible and trying to misconstrue statements given during recorded calls following an accident.

With Carlson Bier advocating on your behalf:

• We rigorously investigate all aspects related to the incident.

• We help establish the culpability where it rightly exists.

• We assist in accurately estimating your losses and damages.

• Lastly, we fight to get you the best compensation while ensuring your rights are protected at every stage.

It’s worth noting that under Illinois law, construction workers who have suffered an injury can pursue a worker’s compensation claim, irrespective of any fault on their part. However, in certain circumstances such as when a third party besides employer is involved or the employer does not carry worker’s comp insurance, one can seek additional compensation via personal injury laws.

Lastly, unlike some attorneys who juggle numerous areas of law simultaneously often leading to a lack of specific industry knowledge or expertise; our firm strictly specializes in personal injury cases giving us invaluable insights gained only through extensive experience successfully representing countless individuals just like you.

We strongly urge anyone injured in a construction site accident not to suffer silently but stand up for their rights and demand fair compensation they rightfully deserve Now it’s time to take control of the situation. To find out what your case might be really worth, click on the button below and let our attorneys help guide you through this difficult and confusing period towards achieving 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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Construction Site Accidents FAQ​

The most common causes of construction site accidents in Chicago include:

  • Falls: Falls from heights are the leading cause of fatalities on construction sites.
  • Struck-by accidents: Struck-by accidents occur when workers are hit by falling objects, moving vehicles, or other equipment.
  • Electrocutions: Electrocutions can occur when workers come into contact with live wires or electrical equipment.
  • Caught-in/between accidents: Caught-in/between accidents occur when workers are caught between two moving objects or between a moving object and a stationary object.
  • Overexertion injuries: Overexertion injuries can occur when workers lift heavy objects or perform repetitive tasks.

If you are injured in a construction site 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 your supervisor and to OSHA. OSHA is the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and they are responsible for investigating workplace accidents.
  • Contact a construction site accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a construction site 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 person or company responsible for your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a construction site 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 personal 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 construction site 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 Serena

Pedal Cycle Collisions

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

Thermal Burns

Offering professional legal support for people of serious burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Clinical Malpractice

Offering expert legal services for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Fault

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, delivering professional legal services to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Elder Neglect

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Stumble & Fall Mishaps

Adept in addressing trip accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking restitution for their losses.

Childbirth Traumas

Offering legal guidance for households affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Auto Collisions

Collisions: Dedicated to assisting individuals of car accidents obtain just remuneration for injuries and losses.

Scooter Mishaps

Dedicated to providing representation for riders involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for damages.

Trucking Incident

Providing expert legal assistance for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for harms.

Building Site Crashes

Dedicated to advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Cognitive Impairments

Committed to offering dedicated legal assistance for clients suffering from cerebral injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Injuries

Specialized in addressing cases for people who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Dedicated to legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering claims.

Wrongful Demise

Working for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying caring and expert legal assistance to ensure fairness.

Backbone Trauma

Committed to assisting patients with paralysis, offering expert legal guidance to secure redress.

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