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About Carlson Bier Associates

When confronting the aftermath of a construction site accident in Stronghurst, Carlson Bier stands as your stalwart ally. Our expert team specializes in Illinois personal injury law, with an unwavering focus on securing justice for victims of construction site mishaps. Skillfully navigating the complexities these cases often involve, Carlson Bier’s record is testament to our ability to secure optimal results for our clients. We deploy precision and passion into investigatory measures ensuring every detail is scrutinized—essential when collating compelling case evidence. Our dedicated legal group guarantees you are kept informed at every step of the proceedings while we strive for maximum compensation on your behalf. Upholding your rights is not merely our duty; it’s deeply ingrained in our ethos too—an assurance that compassion accompanies comprehensive expertise throughout your legal journey with us at Carlson Bier+. Engaging us means trusting resilience built over years serving and advocating demands of Illinois residents recovering from Construction Site Accidents.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Stronghurst Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on specializing in accident and personal injury law. As a premier Illinois-based personal injury lawyer group, one of our major areas of expertise surrounds Construction Site Accidents. While the construction industry is inherently high-risk with an elevated rate of injuries across the United States, stringent working regulations should protect workers from avoidable accidents. Nevertheless, unfortunate circumstances do arise often due to negligence or oversight by irresponsible parties posing serious threats to life and health.

Safety measures are essential at every construction site, aimed to protect those on ground – from personnel being trained for using heavy machinery and equipment, wearing protective gear such as hard hats and strong shoes, keeping worksites free of hazardous materials to ensuring proper visibility especially during odd hours. Every deviation from these guidelines can lead to severe injuries including bone fractures, deep lacerations, even paralysis or loss of life.

Carlson Bier’s experience in handling such cases ensures we understand the immediate shock and long-term implications associated with them. Our proficiently extends beyond routine legal aspects bringing valuable insights about:

• Medical repercussions: Treating physical injuries could entail substantial expenses – surgeries, therapist fees or rehabilitation costs among others.

• Emotional distress: Accident victims may also recover compensation for mental anguish suffered due directly to such accidents.

• Loss of earnings: If you’re unable to work because of an accident-related injury this could significantly impact your financial wellbeing.

We take into account all these factors when developing a comprehensive settlement claim aiming enough compensation that will cover current medical charges along delayed recovery periods or any potential future complications.

While each case is unique with individual circumstances impacting final settlements – impaired lifestyle quality post-accident; lifetime assistance for severe disability etc., it helps having experienced personal injury attorneys right here in Illinois who understand what you’re undergoing relieving you off complex legal matters while focusing on overall recovery efforts knowing that your claims are being aggressively pursued.

With legislation pertaining specifically to construction site accidents, it can be a daunting task navigating through intricate state and federal labor laws to establish liability. Your attorney will explore every possible scenario – Was safety equipment substandard or hastily crafted scaffolds the cause? Did overlooked training procedures contribute to your accident? Or is an external entity like equipment manufacturers responsible?

Our highly experienced team brings on board profound industrial knowledge combining legal acumen with zealous dedication towards our clients’ rights. We navigate tirelessly through complex insurance communications while keeping you regularly updated. No matter how complicated your case may seem, we possess the commitment and resources required to bring those at fault to account ensuring justice prevails.

Critically essential after any construction site accident is immediately seeking immediate medical attention followed by lining up a skilled personal injury attorney speeding up commencement of necessary investigations obtaining key evidence helping construct strong case arguments. Early action not only allows investigators capture fresh witness accounts or active scene photographs but also minimizes chances for perpetrators manipulating critical evidence.

Proactive claim initiation furthers faster compensation receipts allowing early treatment commencements post-accident under appropriate specialized care aiding quicker potential recovery speeding overall physical and mental healing.

We understand trying times victims go through during such distressing periods serving as reliable pillars providing astute guidance bearing heavy-lifting pertaining legal proceedings unburdening distressed families off complex lawsuit concerns striving effortlessly getting them a fair closure and peace they rightfully deserve.

At Carlson Bier, Dealing with aftermaths surrounding such unfortunate instances could affect victims mentally alongside physical facets hindering productive life routines precisely why we’re here – protecting victim’s benefits safeguarding their interests above everything else securing well-deserved compensations from liable parties easing rebuilding processes in best ways possible.

Remember, there are no upfront fees working with us. In fact you would pay nothing unless we successfully settle your claim garnering rightful deserved settlements conclusively projecting our ‘win-win’ only approach shared dutifully between Clients-Attorney advocating positive outcomes always!

If you, or a loved one has been affected by a construction site accident in Illinois – take the first step towards justice. Click the button below to find out how much compensation your case could be worth and let our experienced personal injury attorneys at Carlson Bier guide you every step of the way.

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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 Stronghurst

Cycling Collisions

Dedicated to legal support for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others' indifference or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Offering professional legal support for victims of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Physician Misconduct

Delivering experienced legal support for victims affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Commodities Liability

Handling cases involving unsafe products, supplying expert legal assistance to clients affected by faulty goods.

Aged Neglect

Supporting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip & Slip Mishaps

Adept in dealing with tumble accident cases, providing legal representation to victims seeking recovery for their damages.

Birth Traumas

Supplying legal support for kin affected by medical incompetence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Crashes

Incidents: Committed to assisting clients of car accidents obtain reasonable remuneration for harms and damages.

Bike Mishaps

Expert in providing legal services for individuals involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

18-Wheeler Incident

Providing adept legal support for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just claims for hurts.

Construction Accidents

Focused on representing staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Neurological Impairments

Committed to delivering dedicated legal assistance for patients suffering from head injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Traumas

Proficient in handling cases for people who have suffered harms from dog bites or animal attacks.

Jogger Incidents

Specializing in legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Unwarranted Passing

Advocating for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, offering understanding and experienced legal representation to ensure justice.

Spine Injury

Focused on advocating for patients with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal assistance to secure justice.

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