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About Carlson Bier Associates

Carlson Bier is your leading choice for expert legal representation in cases involving construction site accidents. Possessing a long track record of securing favorable outcomes and substantial compensation for clients, it’s clear why Carlson Bier sits at the pinnacle of this specialized field within personal injury law. The firm deeply understands the complex intricacies that surround workplace accident claims, especially those which occur at construction sites – such as dealing with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations or worker’s compensation laws. With their thorough knowledge base, personalized approach to case handling and responsive client-centric service, Carlson Bier establishes as a top contender for seeking justice after harmful experiences on the job site. Working relentlessly to ascertain accountability from negligent parties while safeguarding your rights during these trying times only punctuates their strong dedication to serving clients’ best interests. When considering representation after experiencing a Construction Site Accident in Illinois, you must look no further than Carlson Bier – steadfast leaders making waves through superior legal expertise and unwavering commitment to achieving fair outcomes for victims.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in South Shore Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we recognize that accidents at construction sites can be unexpectedly severe and often life-altering. Factoring in the numerous safety protocols and the hazardous nature of work within these environments, one might expect utmost security; however, when these very safeguards are compromised or insufficiently addressed, it results in painful aftermaths. Based out of Illinois, our collective experience as personal injury attorneys attests a keen understanding of such intricacies unique to Construction Site Accidents thus equipping us better to address your legal queries.

Bearing this in mind, let’s delve deeper into aspects pertaining to Construction Site Accidents. Statistically speaking, an alarming fifty percent or more workers encounter significant injuries making it vital for all parties involved to understand this domain thoroughly. Accidents at construction sites typically happen due to lax safety hardware/protocols, inadequate training or supervision leading up to calamities such as falls from heights, electrocutions, machinery-related disasters amongst others.

Delving further into these common occurrences:

* Falls: Due to inadequate scaffolding or lack of guardrails – protective gears being absent also contributes significantly.

* Electrocutions: Often resulting from poorly maintained equipment or power lines not adequately secured.

* Machinery-Related Incidents: These are most commonly caused by negligence like improper maintenance or lack of employee training on operating heavy machinery safely.

These instances directed by negligence become grounds for demanding legal justice hence we recommend seeking professional advice promptly post occurrence.

If you’ve sustained injures during a construction site accident owing largely because correct protocol wasn’t adhered too then remember Illinois state law has protection measures in place allowing you reparation for loss incurred–we can guide through steering your rightful path towards care and compensation.

Our expertise and deep-rooted knowledge sees all potential angles in any given case scenario building a robust litigation strategy emphasizing on maximum possible compensation value. Our core professional value lies with wishful intention resonating that no individual should bear unaccounted cost for an injury they didn’t cause nor had any control on. Hence our services include, but not limited to working diligently on obtaining compensation for loss of earnings and medical bills incurred, ensuring employers are held accountable while creating a safer working environment.

We focus heavily on delivering comprehensive legal service right from initial consultation through the entire journey. Our support extends towards acquiring complete medical records and related documents validating your claims over unjust losses apart from setting in negotiation strategies/ filing lawsuits establishing negligent behaviors causing life-altering injuries.

While experiencing physical pain and trauma post such incidents can be overwhelming in itself; navigating through complicate legal procedures can further heighten anxiety. Here’s where Carlson Bier steps in taking off undue burden off your shoulders allowing you to channelize energies primarily towards healing process.

To conclude, if sadly you’ve found yourself impaired by a construction site accident, it’s time to consider reaching out for professional advice bolstering your position better within this complicated framework. By choosing Carlson Bier, Illinois premier personal injury law firm specializing much of its practice around Construction Site Accidents–you’re essentially providing yourself a fighting chance at securing justice deserved after all we’ve leaned into complexities affirming strongest possible claim bringing peace-of-mind just a click away!

So why wait? Dig deeper exploring worthiness associated with your case by clicking at the button below! Partner with us understanding more about reinforcing rights entitled while good health is indispensable so is fair-play—let’s assure none gets compromised moving ahead together.

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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 South Shore

Bicycle Mishaps

Dedicated to legal representation for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or unsafe conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Supplying professional legal services for people of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Medical Malpractice

Offering dedicated legal assistance for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Fault

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, offering professional legal services to individuals affected by faulty goods.

Elder Abuse

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

Tumble & Tumble Occurrences

Adept in managing trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking restitution for their injuries.

Birth Wounds

Delivering legal aid for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Incidents: Committed to aiding individuals of car accidents secure fair settlement for wounds and destruction.

Bike Collisions

Specializing in providing legal services for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for harm.

Semi Accident

Offering adept legal assistance for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for damages.

Building Site Incidents

Focused on defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Brain Damages

Focused on providing professional legal advice for persons suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Traumas

Specialized in handling cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from K9 assaults or wildlife encounters.

Pedestrian Incidents

Expert in legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering damages.

Undeserved Passing

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing caring and adept legal support to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Harm

Focused on advocating for patients with spine impairments, offering professional legal assistance to secure justice.

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