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In the aftermath of a car accident, let Carlson Bier guide you. As stalwarts in personal injury law across Illinois, our team’s expertise and diligence ensure optimum results for every client. We handle each case like it’s our only one, dedicating time and resources to secure justice for your auto-accident related injuries or property damage claims. In cities such as Spaulding, we’re committed to serving residents who have suffered losses due to vehicular incidents. Because no one should navigate these challenging times alone, Carlson Bier’s expert attorneys are here to alleviate legal burdens while pursuing fair and just compensation on your behalf. Even beyond Illinois’ borders, our reach symbolizes commitment – capable of leaving an impact everywhere there is need for outstanding representation in motor vehicle accident litigation but without implicit location description against state laws. Whether you necessitate legal support following high-speed collisions or Rideshare accidents caused by negligence – with Carlson Bier at the helm; answers aren’t far away and recovery may come sooner than imagined.

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Car Accidents Lawyers in Spaulding Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a diligent and trusted team of personal injury lawyers specializing in car accident cases located right in the heart of Illinois. With years of experience under our belt, we offer expert consultation and representation for clients who have suffered injuries due to vehicular accidents.

Navigating through the aftermath of a car accident can be overwhelming – physically, emotionally, and legally. Every year, countless citizens confront the daunting reality of expensive medical bills or loss of earning capacity resulting from accidents on the road. Yet many are unaware that they may be entitled to financial compensation.

To begin with, it is critical to understand that not all car accidents necessitate legal intervention. There isn’t always liability or someone “at fault.” Nonetheless, if another driver’s negligence contributes significantly to your accident— such as speeding, distracted driving or violation of traffic rules— you should consider contacting an attorney like us at Carlson Bier.

• Quick action: Once you’ve sought immediate medical attention post-accident, contact a reliable personal injury lawyer without delay.

• Gathering evidence: This includes photographs from the crash scene and witness testimonials – all helpful for building solid cases.

• Dealing with insurance companies: Often insurance companies try settling claims cheaply; a good attorney will work towards ensuring that this doesn’t happen.

Understanding these nuances becomes exponentially easier when assisted by seasoned professionals like us who specialize in personal injury law – particularly car accidents. Our dedicated attorneys at Carlson Bier meticulously dissect each situation brought before them uncovering every detail necessary to build an indistinguishable case.

When dealing with something as crucial as an auto accident lawsuit, you want experienced representation. That’s what we provide here at Carlson Bier. Over our many years serving Illinois residents, we’ve demonstrated thorough strategies tailored personally for each client’s unique circumstances; resulting in significant compensation being rewarded to deserving clients time after time again.

As committed advocates fighting relentlessly for justice on behalf of individuals harmed due to another’s recklessness on the roads; we will stand with you throughout the entire legal process providing constant support, clarity and keen expertise. Backed by vigorous medical consultants and accident reconstruction specialists; our effective collaborations have helped secure fair compensation (monetary relief for lost wages, medical bills, pain, suffering etc.) time after time.

In fact, it is this uncompromised dedication to client needs that sets us apart at Carlson Bier. Our unwavering commitment paired with inclusive communication tactics ensure every individual who walks through our doors feels informed and empowered about their own case. From your initial consultation onwards we strive to generate an atmosphere of trust – showcasing how efficiently justice can be served when driven by passion & precision – proving time after time again why we are ‘the go-to’ personal injury law firm in Illinois.

Whatever position you find yourself in today — whether you’re dealing with minor injuries from a fender-bender or serious repercussions from a significant collision— our energy and resources are here to assist you through each step of your car accident case. With years of invaluable experience handling multitudes of car-accident cases across Illinois, rest assured knowing that the well-equipped team at Carlson Bier has got your back!

As you now understand – Accidents may happen inevitably but neglecting rightful compensation needn’t be tolerated post such unsettling events. So why not allow the top-notch attorneys at Carlson Bier help determine your deserved monetary relief? Yes folks, professional assistance is indeed just a click away! Click on the button below right now to find out what your case could potentially be worth; because payment shouldn’t prevent justice – Let’s fetch what’s rightfully yours! 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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The most common causes of car accidents in Chicago include:

  • Driver negligence: This includes distracted driving, speeding, and failing to yield.
  • Road conditions: Potholes, uneven pavement, and other road hazards can cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles.
  • Vehicle defects: Defective vehicles can cause accidents in a variety of ways.
  • Weather conditions: Rain, snow, and ice can make roads slick and dangerous.

If you are involved in a car 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.
  • Exchange information with the other driver. Get their name, address, insurance information, and license plate number.
  • 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.
  • Report the accident to the police. This will create a record of the accident and help you get help if you need it.
  • Contact a car accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a car 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 driver who caused your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a car 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.

In a car 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.

    Property damage: This includes the cost of repairing or replacing your vehicle.

    Punitive damages: These damages are awarded to punish the defendant for egregious or reckless conduct.

The statute of limitations for car 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 Spaulding

Bike Accidents

Proficient in legal representation for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Burn Injuries

Giving adept legal advice for victims of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Hospital Negligence

Delivering dedicated legal support for patients affected by medical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Accountability

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, supplying specialist legal assistance to individuals affected by defective items.

Senior Neglect

Representing the rights of seniors who have been subjected to neglect in nursing homes environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble and Slip Occurrences

Specialist in tackling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to clients seeking restitution for their injuries.

Childbirth Injuries

Providing legal support for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in newborn injuries.

Auto Accidents

Accidents: Committed to supporting sufferers of car accidents get fair payout for wounds and harm.

Motorcycle Collisions

Expert in providing legal services for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for injuries.

18-Wheeler Collision

Offering experienced legal services for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for damages.

Building Incidents

Focused on assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Head Damages

Focused on delivering dedicated legal advice for patients suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Injuries

Specialized in tackling cases for victims who have suffered injuries from dog bites or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Accidents

Expert in legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering damages.

Wrongful Passing

Striving for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and skilled legal services to ensure redress.

Backbone Damage

Focused on representing persons with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure justice.

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