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About Carlson Bier Associates

When facing the aftermath of a construction site accident in Stockton, choosing the right legal representative can significantly impact your journey to justice. This is where Carlson Bier comes into play. We are trusted personal injury attorneys specializing in handling Construction Site Accident cases with compassion and commitment. Our extensive understanding of complex industry standards coupled with knowledge about safety regulations ensures we adequately address all aspects of your case for optimal results. With years of experience dealing with these specific incidents, Carlson Bier provides rigorous representation aimed at securing rightful compensation for injured parties involved in such unfortunate events. Our distinguished attorney group will relentlessly pursue justice on your behalf, helping you navigate through the intricate layering of rules that come along with construction site accidents-and their implications within workers’ rights framework-to ensure fair treatment and just recovery process for you or your loved ones who have been victims… because nobody deserves to suffer due to someone else’s negligence without it addressed satisfactorily by law – trust Carlson Bier!

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Stockton Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the complexities of personal injury law with a keen focus on construction site accidents. As an established Illinois-based personal injury attorney group, every client matters to us and our primary objective is to provide you with legal representation that guarantees justice and fair compensation.

Construction sites can be inherently dangerous places. With heavy machinery in operation, hazardous materials present, and work happening at great heights or depths, these environments harbor considerable risks. Despite extensive safety standards and regulations set by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), accidents still happen due to negligence or violation of protocols.

Given this background, it’s crucial for individuals injured in construction site accidents to know their rights:

– You have the right to file a claim against your employer if they failed to comply with OSHA standards resulting in your injury.

– Despite being a contractual worker or even if you are considered ‘at fault’ for the accident, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits.

– You could potentially seek additional damages from third parties involved like subcontractors, architects, or manufacturers whose negligence contributed to the accident.

In such cases accuracy of details matter significantly and need a high level of expertise in handling which sets Carlson Bier apart. We ardently investigate every aspect of your case – scrutinizing how the accident happened; examining all potential defendants; exploring company policies about health & safety practices; assessing inspection reports for violations; understanding manufacturer defects if any – ensuring nothing leaves without notice in order to yield maximum claim recovery.

It’s vitally important though – Never delay seeking medical treatment following an accident as it can jeopardize both your health and any subsequent legal claims. Also remember: insurance companies might urge you quickly settle claims often offering less than what may be legally entitled to you under law.

With years of unparalleled experience representing clients involved in different types of construction site incidents including slip-and-fall cases, falling objects injuries, equipment-related incidents amongst others , Carlson Bier has earned an impressive reputation. Our dedicated team is not only astute with laws governing construction sites but understands the technicalities of mechanics and engineering principles involved, giving our clients a compelling advantage.

Our committed team works tirelessly alongside medical professionals to understand the full extent of your injuries so as to valuate the compensation you’re entitled to effectively covering medical expenses, loss wages, pain or mental anguish. From gathering evidence to filing paperwork and from negotiating settlements to representing you in trials if needed – we stand by your side at all stages.

While no amount of financial remuneration can truly compensate for physical & psychological stress that such accidents impose on victims and their families; justice served well eases it substantially. Navigating through intricate legal processes while dealing with physical injuries could be overwhelming – hence seeking professional help becomes necessary, more than anytime else.

And that’s where Carlson Bier steps in – right at this crucial juncture, fortifying your fight legally against those accountable and efficiently ensuring rightful recovery claim for you.

It’s time for decisive action now! Don’t hold yourself back worrying about attorney fees either because Carlson Bier operates on a contingency fee basis meaning – We don’t get paid until we win your case!

Justice delayed is justice denied – Let us take the first step together towards taking control of what rightfully belongs to you.To discover how much stronger your case could potentially be when reinforced by legal expertise just as ours aimed towards getting maximum damage recovery– do click on the button below. Find out today how much your case is worth! Trust one name in Illinois personal injury law: Carlson Bier.

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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 Stockton

Bicycle Collisions

Focused on legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's negligence or unsafe conditions.

Flame Traumas

Supplying expert legal advice for individuals of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or recklessness.

Clinical Incompetence

Ensuring specialist legal support for clients affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Obligation

Taking on cases involving defective products, offering skilled legal support to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Malpractice

Representing the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring fairness.

Slip and Stumble Accidents

Expert in handling stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to victims seeking justice for their losses.

Childbirth Harms

Extending legal guidance for families affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Incidents: Focused on guiding victims of car accidents secure reasonable payout for injuries and losses.

Scooter Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal advice for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for damages.

18-Wheeler Crash

Extending professional legal advice for drivers involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for harms.

Construction Site Accidents

Engaged in defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or negligence.

Neurological Harms

Committed to offering dedicated legal representation for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Traumas

Skilled in managing cases for clients who have suffered damages from dog bites or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Incidents

Expert in legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Loss

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, providing understanding and adept legal assistance to ensure justice.

Neural Trauma

Committed to assisting persons with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal services to secure justice.

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