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About Carlson Bier Associates

In Sleepy Hollow and across Illinois, slip and fall accidents are often underestimated but have serious consequences. If you or a loved one has been affected by such an incident, consider Carlson Bier for expert legal representation. Our team specializes in personal injury law; specifically focused on slip and fall cases. We aim to determine if property owners or managers were negligent in maintaining their premises safely which directly resulted in your misfortune.

With our vast experience handling these types of cases, we help victims claim the compensation deserved smoothly and efficiently, allowing them to focus on recovery while we handle litigation intricacies. At Carlson Bier, every client receives personalized attention – as your case is as unique as you are.

We understand that each accident brings its own set of pain points: physical injuries can be paired with lost wages or immense stress about future well-being. Navigate this challenging time alongside an attorney at Carlson Bier – where professionalism meets empathy.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Sleepy Hollow Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our primary commitment rests with the several individuals and families across Illinois who have sustained injuries or substantial setback caused by slip and fall incidents. The severity of such an accident is often underrated. However, we are fully aware that falling might result in critical harm like head traumas, bone fractures, soft tissue damage and sometimes, chronic pain leading to long-term impairment.

Our dedicated personal injury attorneys at Carlson Bier possess a deep understanding of Illinois premises liability laws which form the bedrock for seeking compensations in slip and fall cases. Bolstered by years of experience dealing with similar lawsuits, we navigate each case with absolute precision.

• Thorough Investigation: We initiate a meticulous examination into every aspect of the incident addressing key queries – Was it due to property owner’s negligence? Did they fail to caution about potential dangers? Did substandard maintenance lead to poor safety conditions?

• Establishing Liability: Our legal expertise allows us to concretely establish premise owner’s liability based on intricate details revealing their negligence.

• Determination of Damages: Slip and fall accidents could cause varied damages ranging from medical expenses to emotional stress. We strive for complete disclosure and validation of all these damages through documents and expert testimonies.

• Claim Negotiation & Litigation: While we ardently work towards favorable settlements through assertive negotiation techniques, our team stands well prepared for court-room battles if required.

Sustaining minor cuts or massive trauma owing to carelessness or oversight can be drastic both personally and financially. Every slip-and-fall victim has certain rights under Illinois law which ensures compensation proportional to loss borne as a result of others’ negligence whether partially or completely responsible.

In order to support you better understand your situation, allow us to outline few frequent causes behind various slippery mishaps:

– Tripping over uneven floors or torn carpeting

– Slippery surfaces due mostly on water leakage

– Stumbling on stairs without handrails or broken steps

– Unexpectedly encountering obstacles like cords or clutter

This list is merely illustrative and not exhaustive. A vast range of other issues can also give rise to slip-and-fall accidents. Although in many instances, these accidents might seem trivial or self-caused initially, a deeper probe often reveals it as owner negligence due to poor maintenance or inappropriate safety measures.

At Carlson Bier, we firmly believe that no individual should bear the repercussions of accidents caused by others’ negligence. If you have suffered an injury from a slip and fall accident, time plays a crucial role. Swift action facilitates efficient evidence collection thus strengthening your claim against potentially negligent parties. We ensure every client with legitimate claims gets due justice in accordance with Illinois laws without compromising on their well-being.

As experienced personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, our landed understanding of localized nuances provides us strategic advantage over peers while advocating your rightful compensation for slip-and-fall injuries.

Through every step of this legal journey, our pledge remains steadfast – fighting on behalf of victims to maximize their deserved compensation while facilitating their path towards recovery.

In order to help us understand your case better and provide you guidance on how much your claim might be worth, click the button below for an free evaluation. trust in choose Carlson Bier law group as we are committed to ensuring justice prevails even under challenging circumstances.

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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 Sleepy Hollow

Pedal Cycle Incidents

Focused on legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others' recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Damages

Giving specialist legal assistance for patients of severe burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Physician Negligence

Ensuring expert legal representation for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Responsibility

Handling cases involving problematic products, offering skilled legal support to victims affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Malpractice

Defending the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in nursing homes environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble and Trip Mishaps

Expert in addressing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to clients seeking redress for their losses.

Newborn Traumas

Providing legal guidance for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Mishaps: Dedicated to supporting individuals of car accidents secure equitable compensation for harms and impairment.

Bike Incidents

Committed to providing representation for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Truck Crash

Ensuring expert legal services for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just compensation for injuries.

Construction Incidents

Dedicated to defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or negligence.

Brain Injuries

Expert in offering specialized legal representation for patients suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Bite Damages

Skilled in tackling cases for individuals who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Incidents

Expert in legal advocacy for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering claims.

Wrongful Passing

Advocating for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, supplying sensitive and professional legal representation to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Injury

Committed to supporting individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal guidance to secure recovery.

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