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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’re in Sherrard and have been injured as a result of a slip and fall accident, trust Carlson Bier to be your ideal advocate. With a reputable practice rooted deeply within the fabric of Illinois, we are experts at representing victims meticulousness ensuring that every detail is thoroughly examined. Our team has extensive experience handling even the most complex Slip And Fall accidents—a testament to our relentless dedication towards pursuing justice for all our clients. At Carlson Bier, your case isn’t just another file being shuffled among stacks; it becomes ‘the’ priority because we understand that securing your rights after such an unfortunate incident is paramount. As expert artisans in Slip And Fall Accident Law residing in Illinois State’s socio-legal landscape, we maintain precise knowledge of both statutes & local ordinances applicable specifically to this area—making us the favorable choice when litigation turns challenging due to intricate legalities or facts involved! Lets us stand beside you on this journey right proper redressal with Carlson Bier—the best consideration for representation pertaining specifically to Slip And Fall Accidents.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Sherrard Illinois

Slip and fall accidents are common circumstances that can lead to significant injuries, often resulting in hefty medical bills, lost wages, and emotional distress. At Carlson Bier, the highly skilled Illinois-based personal injury attorneys specialize in this area of law. With a well-earned reputation for aggressive advocacy and a commitment to delivering the highest quality legal representation to our clients when they need it most, we passionately believe in providing an unparalleled level of detailed advice and practical guidance.

Each case related to slip and fall accidents comes with its own unique set of facts and challenges. These cases hinge on various factors such as determining if negligence was involved by parties like property owners or managers who failed to uphold their responsibility for maintaining safe premises. The laws surrounding these incidents are intricate but at Carlson Bier our proficient legal experts possess the extensive knowledge needed to navigate through these complexities.

The documentation required includes key points such as photographing your injuries, accident scenes, surveillance footage if available; obtaining eyewitness testimonies; securing medical records documenting your injuries and treatments among others. Our legal team aims to guide you through every step ensuring those vital details contribute towards building up a solid case.

Ensuring that you keep an accurate record of all your financial losses incurred due to the accident is equally critical — including but not limited to hospital bills, therapy/rehab expenses, medication costs, out-of-pocket expenses made during treatment or recovery phase right from transportation costs for doctor appointments till services like home care subsequently received due presence of disability caused by the accident.

At Carlson Bier one would find us diligently working on quantifying the complete impact – be it physical or psychological suffering endured due course must be given utmost importance while claiming compensation . Confidential consultations will enable us shaping strategies sufficiently supported by research thereby effectively advocating for maximum possible recompense

Moreover deciding whether settling out of court versus litigating requires a thorough understanding where settlement might seem quick & less emotionally exhausting over attending court trials – On the other hand, trial could potentially yield a higher financial settlement. Hence our attorneys with years of experience will guide you through making that crucial decision which becomes instrumental in shaping up your case.

Navigating these complex legal processes alone can be daunting. Entrusting us to represent you not only helps shield you from the complexities but also ensures that we fight tenaciously on your behalf to get what you rightfully deserve after experiencing such an unfortunate event. We emphasize regular communication keeping our clients informed in each phase thereby fostering transparency around progress pertaining to their cases

Our law firm Carlson Bier won’t accept fee until a substantial victory has been achieved on our client’s behalf. That symbolizes our dedication towards providing outstanding legal services while backing it up by progressive results through successful verdicts or settlements for countless clients who trusted us with their tricky road to recovery.

As an Illinois’ leading personal injury attorney group, there’s nothing more important than serving and delivering for those who need us the most when it’s about life-altering consequences sprung out of accidents like “Slip & Fall”. It matters knowing that someone is fighting for YOU day-in and day-out and at Carlson Bier, this forms a significant part of our mission – helping victims win justice they’ve every right demanding!

So if you believe you’ve been injured as a consequence of negligence leading to slip & fall incident – Don’t delay seeking professional advice! Start conducting your free case evaluation today – Click on the button below– Discover how much compensation awaits doing justice to your pain endured during ordeal. Because at Carlson Bier advocating passionately towards protecting rights stands paramount aligning perfectly with serving personalized assistance fitting every individual necessity aptly!.

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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 Sherrard

Bike Crashes

Expert in legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' lack of care or perilous conditions.

Scald Traumas

Extending adept legal assistance for people of serious burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Clinical Incompetence

Delivering professional legal assistance for persons affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Fault

Addressing cases involving problematic products, supplying expert legal guidance to individuals affected by product malfunctions.

Geriatric Abuse

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to neglect in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Fall & Trip Occurrences

Specialist in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking compensation for their injuries.

Birth Damages

Providing legal help for loved ones affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Mishaps: Committed to assisting victims of car accidents obtain reasonable compensation for wounds and harm.

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Expert in providing representation for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for damages.

Trucking Accident

Offering experienced legal support for victims involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for harms.

Building Collisions

Dedicated to advocating for workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Traumas

Committed to ensuring compassionate legal representation for patients suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Damages

Skilled in handling cases for victims who have suffered harms from dog bites or creature assaults.

Pedestrian Accidents

Specializing in legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Undeserved Demise

Striving for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and skilled legal support to ensure justice.

Spine Damage

Focused on defending victims with paralysis, offering dedicated legal support to secure recovery.

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