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About Carlson Bier Associates

When in need of a car accident attorney, Carlson Bier stands above the rest. Our firm’s prowess in handling personal injury cases is unparalleled and we have a track record that couples expertise with compassion flawlessly. If you’re coping with the aftermath of an auto mishap in Springfield, let our adept team be your steadfast advocates through every step of proceedings. Not all law firms exhibit equal dedication to clients’ rights and welfare; at Carlson Bier, that remains our pivotal interest and driving force. We conduct meticulous investigations to ensure appropriate compensation claims for damages suffered due to another’s negligence or wrongdoing on Illinois roadways are ethically pursued and meticulously handled for comprehensive redressal. Nothing replaces experience – particularly when it comes dealing with intricate legal intricacies surrounding car accidents and insurance companies involved therein—and ours speaks volumes about our successful advocacy throughout various jurisdictions across Illinois state, including Springfield area matters related to personal injuries emanating from vehicular mishaps—always holding not just client satisfaction but also justice paramount.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Springfield Illinois

Carlson Bier, your trusted personal injury attorney group in Illinois, understands the trauma and challenge that follow a car accident. We are well-versed in personal injury law and committed to guiding you on your road to recovery.

Accidents happen unexpectedly, turning peaceful moments into potentially disastrous experiences. One moment you’re driving down the road; the next, you’ve become a victim of a car crash. As Carlson Bier attorneys know all too well, this harrowing event can initiate confusion, pain and financial stress.

The initial aftermath of an auto collision often involves immediate medical treatment for visible injuries. But sometimes physiological damage remains undetected at first glance. These unseen injuries might later manifest as chronic headaches, back pains or memory loss – all complications that warrant time off work and recurring trips to the doctor’s office.

A vehicular crash also entails dealing with insurance companies intent on settling for as low a sum possible: This could be either your provider or the other party’s insurer whose emphasis is more on saving its bottom line than ensuring your fair compensatory coverage.

For such reasons and more, legal recourse becomes vital after a car accident. The role of Carlson Bier is to bear this process’ burden while fighting for optimal results on your behalf:n

– We begin by investigating each incident exhaustively to gather ample evidence against responsible parties encompassing photographs from the scene, surveillance footage(if available), witness statements and police reports if any.

– Our team scrutinizes associated medical documents meticulously which helps us determine both physical harm extent and consequent emotional toll –all valuable when negotiating settlements or presenting cases in court.

It’s important knowing how daunting navigating legal frameworks can be without adequate understanding of what Illinois laws entail regarding car accidents. Yet here underlies our firm‘s unique edge: Our expertise enables strategic application of these laws towards benefiting clients optimally while defending their rights unreservedly.

We ensure meticulous attention towards calculating compensation due, careful to include diverse aspects like:

– Medical expenses, both present and future

– Loss of income from inability to work

– Pain and overall emotional suffering

– Damages for vehicle repair

Our steadfast negotiations with insurance companies aim at ensuring they provide deserved compensation. However, if settlement offers don’t meet rightful value, we possess the experienced grit in handling court litigation.

Navigating Illinois personal injury law alone can be taxing especially following a car crash. Self-representation might cause underestimation of claims as well as misinterpretation of rules thereby limiting your rightful claim. Be warned: taking this path alone could cost you thousands or even millions depending on your case severity.

At Carlson Bier, our seasoned personal injury attorneys come armed with years of experience in relentless pursuit of justice for accident victims across Illinois. We passionately advocate for maximum settlements that ensure our clients’ needs are comprehensively met – drawn from medical costs provision to recovering lost wages and importantly coverage of pain endured plus any ongoing suffering.

Because we genuinely care about our clients‘ welfare beyond winning cases which explains why you’ll find us tirelessly zealous in countering cunning insurance companies determined towards denying fair restitution. The empathetic yet professional representation rendered by Carlson Bier makes more than just a legal difference; it enables you focus on rebuilding life after an accident while leaving intricate legalities to us.

Curious about your prospects post auto incident? Secure peace now by finding out how much your case could be worth. Their Journey doesn’t stop here! Click on the button below and let Carlson Bier take charge of navigating this challenging terrain towards achieving full recovery in every sense possible!

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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 Springfield

Cycling Accidents

Dedicated to legal representation for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or risky conditions.

Thermal Damages

Supplying specialist legal help for victims of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Physician Incompetence

Delivering dedicated legal representation for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including negligent care.

Items Fault

Handling cases involving dangerous products, offering specialist legal guidance to victims affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Mistreatment

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble & Trip Accidents

Specialist in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal advice to clients seeking justice for their suffering.

Childbirth Traumas

Extending legal help for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Collisions

Incidents: Devoted to supporting victims of car accidents obtain appropriate remuneration for wounds and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Committed to providing representation for individuals involved in bike accidents, ensuring justice for damages.

Trucking Collision

Offering experienced legal services for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for injuries.

Worksite Collisions

Focused on defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Brain Harms

Expert in providing professional legal advice for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Harms

Expertise in managing cases for victims who have suffered damages from dog bites or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Accidents

Committed to legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Death

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, supplying empathetic and professional legal services to ensure redress.

Backbone Impairment

Specializing in supporting persons with spine impairments, offering expert legal support to secure settlement.

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