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About Carlson Bier Associates

When involved in a car accident, choosing the right legal representative is an essential step. With Carlson Bier, you connect with seasoned personal injury lawyers well-versed in resolving related cases across Illinois, comprising the Spring Grove area. Notably skilled professionals at handling auto accident lawsuits, our team strives to provide unwavering support in your pursuit of justice and compensation for damages sustained. Our comprehensive understanding of state regulations allows us to navigate these complex proceedings with proficiency, ensuring all factors affecting your claim are meticulously addressed and your rights are vigorously defended. Opting for Carlson Bier means engaging dedicated advocates determined to deliver accurate advice along each phase of proceeding while leveraging every opportunity to enhance outcomes favorably. Fight back after a devastating car crash; let proven expertise contribute towards restoring peace into your life post chaos – choose Carlson Bier’s exceptional counsel for tackling auto agents’ claims issues efficiently.

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Car Accidents Lawyers in Spring Grove Illinois

As trusted personal injury attorneys in the state of Illinois, we at Carlson Bier hold integral knowledge when it comes to dealing with car accidents. Car crashes are sudden, harrowing incidents that can leave victims grappling not only with inherent physical issues but also substantial financial burdens. It is imperative you understand what steps to take following a road mishap and how crucial a role an expert lawyer can play in safeguarding your interests.

Car accidents have several causes – some are due to external factors like adverse weather conditions or unforeseen obstacles on roads, while others may be attributed to human error such as speeding, distracted driving, driving under influence or reckless driving. Whatever the case might be, each situation demands unique handling from legal standpoint. At Carlson Bier, our diligent team understands these varying intricacies well and offer assistance customized to suit each client’s specific scenario.

If you find yourself amidst an unfortunate auto accident:

• Immediately seek medical attention.

• Report about the incident promptly both to law enforcement officials and your insurance provider.

• Gather evidences – take photographs at accident scene and jot down details as these would aid in establishing liability later.

While this might sound straightforward enough for some people, reality steers in another direction since most individuals often forget these essential steps amidst post-event trauma.

Furthermore, settlements arising out of automobile crashes could involve dealing with multiple parties including other drivers involved in collision, their auto insurers along with your own insurance company. The interplay of numerous policies adds further complexity to proceedings requiring each claimant to navigate through intricate web of contractual clauses skillfully so they secure rightful compensation.

And here’s where specialization offered by Carlson Bier provides indomitable advantage! Our experienced lawyers work relentless to achieve fair settlement you deserve after undergoing distress caused due any negligent act including automotive mishaps. We are adept at interpreting myriad complex acts/rules governing Illinois motorist rights and responsibilities making us perfectly equipped handle wide variety cases effectively delivering optimal results.

Beyond acquiring financial compensation for medical treatments, rehabilitation expenses and loss of income incurred due to the accident, our attorneys strive in ensuring that individuals receive restitution for pain and suffering endured. We appreciate each client’s unique circumstance and passionately advocate on their behalf.

Often it is noted that victims aren’t even aware of all potential damages they are entitled to post an automobile crash. Compensation can also cover costs related to any physical disability or disfigurement resulting from accident, strain in personal relationship induced by injury apart from long term therapy required for psychological trauma. It takes a seasoned attorney to extract full range of compensatory benefits available under law.

One very commonly overlooked area during autopersonal injury settlements negotiations is ‘loss of normal life’. This relates towards concessions for any diminished ability perform certain activities which were previously part routine before collision occurred. All these aspects collectively forms part of comprehensive representation philosophy practiced at Carlson Bier aimed manifesting highest possible gain our patrons.

Accidents happen unexpectedly changing lives forever; but with skillful legal guidance your journey towards restoration doesn’t have to be daunting. Our extensive practice dealing similar incidents makes us reliable ally during critical period post-collision guiding you every step way – right from investigation phase till resolution case so that justice rightly served and deserved compensation obtained without being dragged into unwanted adversarial battles.

Making sense of what lies ahead after enduring a traumatizing car accident can often feel overwhelming. Empower yourself with knowledge and support from seasoned professionals like us at Carlson Bier who are ready to fight head-on against bureaucratic red tapes, motivated solely by your best interests, thus taking one significant worry off your plate: Knowing if sufficient coverage will indeed cover your losses.

Take the mystery out of understanding what rightful compensation you may avail following a car mishap! Click on the button below today to discover realistic worth your case promised backed by unparalleled legal prowess realm Personal Injury suitably blended empathy compassion well-being our valued clients above everything else! Be assured – at Carlson Bier, your justice is in safe, competent hands. We serve throughout Illinois with physical offices located as per compliant state regulations.

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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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Car Accident FAQ​

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 Spring Grove

Bicycle Mishaps

Specializing in legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Providing adept legal assistance for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by accidents or recklessness.

Hospital Negligence

Offering specialist legal advice for clients affected by clinical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Responsibility

Taking on cases involving faulty products, providing expert legal help to customers affected by defective items.

Senior Misconduct

Representing the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring fairness.

Tumble and Stumble Accidents

Professional in tackling trip accident cases, providing legal support to individuals seeking redress for their damages.

Infant Wounds

Delivering legal assistance for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Car Crashes

Mishaps: Concentrated on assisting individuals of car accidents get appropriate settlement for injuries and destruction.

Scooter Collisions

Focused on providing legal support for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for harm.

Truck Collision

Extending experienced legal representation for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing fair recompense for damages.

Building Accidents

Engaged in assisting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Cognitive Impairments

Focused on delivering specialized legal representation for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Wounds

Adept at handling cases for clients who have suffered traumas from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Pedestrian Mishaps

Dedicated to legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Wrongful Demise

Striving for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and skilled legal services to ensure redress.

Spine Injury

Committed to defending individuals with vertebral damage, offering dedicated legal representation to secure justice.

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