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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’re searching for dependable construction site accident representation in Streator, Carlson Bier emerges as the optimal choice. As personal injury specialists renowned across Illinois, our expertise is rooted in championing your rights following a devastating job site mishap. We comprehend that construction accidents multiply complex issues with pervasive repercussions on emotional and financial well-being. That’s why our team of attorneys devotes their efforts to deliver aggressive legal advocacy while ensuring you’re abreast every procedural step. Our strength lies in meticulously analyzing accident scenarios, establishing liability; thereafter fighting tirelessly to secure rightful compensation commensurate to trauma endured or wage loss suffered. Navigating labor laws can be intricate and daunting adding onto the aftermath hardships of workplace calamities but with Carlson Bier at your forefront it becomes significantly less burdensome due its demonstrated experience & proven track record of success spanning years- making us an undisputed choice for Steator’s residents seeking justice after enduring life-altering injuries at work sites.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Streator Illinois

Carlson Bier, a prestigious and highly respected group of personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, specializes in managing cases involving construction site accidents. If you or your loved ones find themselves the unfortunate victims of an on-site accident at a construction field, our team is well-positioned to deliver top-notch legal counsel leveraging our wealth of experience. We are staunch believers that safety is paramount in all working environments – especially sites where heavy machinery, scaffoldings and hazardous materials are frequently used.

A construction site accident can often result in devastating implications, ranging from injuries that cause temporary discomfort to those leading to permanent disabilities or even loss of life. The consequences may be both physical and financial with enormous medical costs involved. It’s also important to remember enduring emotional trauma associated with such accidents could also make things overwhelming for victims and their families.

In light of this, it’s critical that injured parties know their rights. They might be entitled to receive compensations through workers’ compensation claims or personal injury lawsuits against negligent parties. At Carlson Bier, we make it our duty to educate you about these possibilities while zealously representing your interests.

Here are some pivotal things you should know when dealing with construction site accidents:

• Every worker is owed a Safeworking Environment: Contractors and employers must provide safe working conditions irrespective of project timelines or budget pressures.

• Exposure leads to Liability: Owners or contractors who fail to maintain safe conditions may face liability if employees get injured due to negligence.

• Non-employee Injuries: Even non-workers present at the accident scene (like visitors) may bring claims forward if they suffer any harm due to faulty infrastructure.

• Workers’ Compensation isn’t your only Recourse: A personal injury claim can supplement or replace a traditional worker’s comp claim if someone other than your employer contributed towards the accident.

The primary laws governing construction site accidents in Illinois entail complex provisions making navigation difficult without professional guidance. That’s where we come in. Our legal experts at Carlson Bier are keenly familiar with intricacies of personal injury law and we work diligently to ensure you receive no less than full fair compensation as we guide you through these challenging times.

We conduct a thorough investigation by gathering relevant evidence, assessing safety regulations followed on the site, and examining witness testimonies; everything that is necessary to build a rock-solid case proving the fault of responsible parties. One key factor significantly enhancing chances for a successful outcome is time. The sooner you seek legal counsel post-accident, the better it works out in terms of obtaining essential pieces of evidence which can otherwise get lost over time.

Moving towards settlement or taking your case all the way to trial; our relentless commitment ensures you are well-represented at each step. We fight for your rights – realizing maximum compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, loss of potential earnings due to long-term disability or ongoing care costs when severe injuries are involved.

It deserves mentioning that every case’s merit is decided based on unique circumstances associated with the accident. Therefore, despite general guidelines available about possible compensations following construction site accidents, having professional help specific to your situation offers infinitely better prospects.

To gain further insights into how Carlson Bier can assist you through a potentially life-altering ordeal such as a construction site accident in Illinois, click on the button below. By providing us with some initial details regarding what happened will enable our team to evaluate how much your case could be worth and plan an appropriate course of action accordingly. Remember that adequate representation isn’t just about fighting for your rights but investing in a more secure future down the line following a devastating incident. Allow us – Carlson Bier – experts known for dedicated service to personal injury victims take it from here while securing justice on your behalf.

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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 Streator

Cycling Collisions

Dedicated to legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' lack of care or perilous conditions.

Thermal Burns

Offering adept legal advice for people of intense burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Physician Misconduct

Providing expert legal advice for clients affected by clinical malpractice, including negligent care.

Commodities Liability

Managing cases involving problematic products, delivering adept legal support to customers affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Misconduct

Protecting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Stumble & Slip Occurrences

Adept in managing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking justice for their losses.

Neonatal Traumas

Providing legal support for loved ones affected by medical malpractice resulting in infant injuries.

Auto Accidents

Mishaps: Dedicated to guiding individuals of car accidents gain appropriate settlement for injuries and losses.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for harm.

Trucking Crash

Ensuring experienced legal representation for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recovery for harms.

Construction Site Incidents

Committed to defending workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Head Damages

Committed to ensuring expert legal advice for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Traumas

Skilled in handling cases for victims who have suffered damages from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Crashes

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

Unwarranted Loss

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, supplying understanding and expert legal guidance to ensure compensation.

Vertebral Trauma

Focused on advocating for individuals with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal services to secure justice.

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