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Suffering from a slip and fall accident can be traumatizing. Unplanned missteps can lead to significant injuries leaving you stressed, panicked, and financially burdened. Fortunately, professional assistance is readily available in such times of need. Engaging with Carlson Bier ensures legal representation that’s thorough, prompt and diligent when it comes to your case involving Slip And Fall Accidents. Our depth of understanding in Illinois law assures comprehensive handling of your situation permitting us the capacity to deliver robust industry-acclaimed services irrespective geographical parameters.

Known for our grit and determination in seeking justice for personal injury victims, we are adept at navigating complex cases focusing on detailed investigations while conscientiously working towards proving liability ensuring boundless dedication until we secure the best possible compensation for our clients’ losses.

So even though circumstances might look bleak now after a slip or fall accident; reach out promptly to Carlson Bier – steadfast allies who understand every facet linked with these accidents bringing rich experience enabling us fight tooth-and-nail till justice is delivered vigilantly guarding client rights throughout , thus offering invaluable peace-of-mind amid harsh adversities!

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Shelbyville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury cases and provide unrivaled legal representation throughout Illinois. As premier personal injury attorneys, we have a unique understanding of an especially common type of personal injury incident: slip and fall accidents. Slip and fall accidents may appear straightforward but they entail numerous intricate details under legal scrutiny. It becomes vital therefore to identify nuances such as potential responsible parties, the nature of the hazardous condition that led to the accident, and determining if there were any precautions implemented by property owners.

Slip and fall cases are classified under premises liability claims in Illinois law when an individual happens to slip or trip on another person’s property due to unsafe conditions leading to injuries. Proving negligence is essential in these cases which means you must demonstrate that the stem cause was a dangerous condition on someone’s property which they should reasonably have corrected or warned visitors about. Here are some key points about slipped and fallen accidents:

• Essential Element: To establish liability in a slip and fall case it must be shown that either the owner created the hazardous condition causing your stumble, knew about it but failed to rectify it with due time, or should’ve been aware considering its obviousness.

• Notice Requirement: A claimant must illustrate how long this particular unsafe circumstance persisted before their accident occurred so as to confirm whether the owner had enough time for correction.

• Comparative Negligence System: Whereby Illinois follows this system commensurate fault could lessen your recovery amount implying if your carelessness contributed towards your accident at all even 1%, then yours resulting damages are reduced accordingly.

No case is deemed small or big at our firm—Carlson Bier advocates for every victim injured because of another’s negligence aggressively pursuing fair compensation on their behalf. Representing victims from DeKalb Urbana Champaign Rockford Springfield Carbondale Peoria Bloomington Normal Schaumburg Waukegan Arlington Heights Oak Lawn Orland Park, and many other areas across Illinois it isn’t ever about just winning cases—here understanding what our clients experience in terms of turmoil and hardship is essential.

We believe that optimal representation begins with complete understanding. Therefore we work hard to comprehend every tiny detail pertinent to your case so as to approach it holistically. We have an incredibly robust track record with successful settlements and jury verdicts advocating for victims of slip and fall accidents across a broad spectrum including grocery stores, stairways, rental houses, sidewalks, restaurants, shopping malls among others.

Our proficient attorneys are not newbies but seasoned legal professionals who deliver the justice you deserve from negligent property owners or tenants. We work on contingency fee bases implying you pay nothing until your compensation lands; it’s risk-free hiring our top-notch personal injury experts ensuring bike riders pedestrians local residents visitors tourists throughout Illinois attain rightful claims after unfortunate slips falls mishaps.

Every situation is unique so the value of your case will depend on factors such as gravity injuries resulted liability details evidence collected lost wages etcetera nevertheless rest assured Carlson Bier’s attorney team exhausts all avenues fighting tirelessly to secure the highest possible recuperation for each client although due ethical standards forbid us pledging any particular results forbearing quantification guarantees.

One thing you can count on: With Carlson Bier representing you in court, rigorous pursuit of comprehensive justice is ingrained in our ethos. We handle thorny dialogues with insurance companies laboriously striving towards quashing downgrades implications while securing damages for medical bills handicaps future earning losses anguish distress trauma loss enjoyment life homemaking services companionship support other relevant adversities consequences caused by debilitating accident aftermaths.

Regardless if spatial hazards leading to your tumble were externally driven factors like snow ice spills liquid poor lightning uneven ground hidden ditches loose rugs cracks potholes or internally influenced aspects there’s no context underkategori irrespective premises type where gross negligence flies undisputed considering endangerment well-being innocent citizens being rendered incapacitated temporarily or permanently is unconscionable!

Ultimately, understanding the potential worth of your case is paramount in making informed decisions when it comes to legal representation. You can trust Carlson Bier will leave no stone unturned in ensuring you receive just and fair restitution for any hardships suffered due to a slip and fall accident. It’s time for action: Don’t remain mired in confusion or apprehension! Gain clarity now by clicking on the button below to find out just how much your personal injury case might be worth with our dedicated team ready to fight tooth and nail for what you’re entitled to under Illinois law.

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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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Slip & Fall Accidents FAQ​

The most common causes of slip and fall accidents in Chicago include:

  • Wet or slippery floors: This could include spills, leaks, and snow and ice.
  • Uneven surfaces: This could include potholes, cracks in the pavement, and loose floorboards.
  • Poor lighting: This could make it difficult to see hazards on the ground.
  • Obstructions: This could include cords, boxes, and other objects that are in the way.

If you have a slip and fall 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 the property owner or manager. This will create a record of the accident and help you build your case if you decide to file a lawsuit.
  • 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.
  • Contact a slip and fall accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a slip and fall 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 property owner or manager if you believe they were negligent in maintaining the property.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a slip and fall 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 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 slip and fall 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 Shelbyville

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Expert in legal advocacy for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Fire Injuries

Providing specialist legal services for people of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Physician Incompetence

Delivering dedicated legal assistance for patients affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Fault

Addressing cases involving problematic products, offering skilled legal assistance to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Abuse

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

Stumble & Stumble Occurrences

Skilled in handling tumble accident cases, providing legal advice to victims seeking justice for their harm.

Childbirth Wounds

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

Auto Mishaps

Incidents: Concentrated on supporting sufferers of car accidents gain just compensation for wounds and damages.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Specializing in providing legal services for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Trucking Mishap

Providing expert legal services for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing fair recovery for harms.

Building Accidents

Concentrated on representing workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Cerebral Traumas

Focused on extending professional legal assistance for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

Canine Attack Traumas

Adept at tackling cases for clients who have suffered injuries from dog bites or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Committed to legal assistance for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering compensation.

Unjust Death

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, providing empathetic and expert legal representation to ensure restitution.

Spine Trauma

Expert in advocating for individuals with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal services to secure settlement.

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