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About Carlson Bier Associates

When seeking dedicated legal support following a Slip And Fall Accident in Teutopolis, consider the unsurpassed prowess of Carlson Bier. Our extensive proficiency in personal injury law distinctly positions us to strategically advocate for our clients’ rights and entitlements. Understanding that Slip And Fall Accidents often result in significant physical and emotional distress, financial strain, or even loss of livelihood illustrates our resolve to ensure you secure the adequate compensation you deserve. Guided by an unwavering commitment to meticulous case preparation and forensic detail examination, we employ aggressive litigation tactics aimed at maximizing your settlement potential. With a robust reputation built on countless successful outcomes, Carlson Bier ensures comprehensive representation characterized by personalized attention tailored around your unique needs. Trust us not only as experienced attorneys but empathetic partners set out on making your road towards recovery less strenuous while navigating the complexities inherent within Illinois law intricately linked with Slip And Fall Accidents.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Teutopolis Illinois

Carlson Bier, a premier personal injury law firm based in Illinois, commits to fight for justice on behalf of those who have suffered due to Slip and Fall Accidents. These unfortunate incidents can lead to serious injuries and significant financial burdens, demanding skilled representation from seasoned professionals like us. At Carlson Bier, we possess the expertise required to navigate these complex legalities ensuring that your rights are protected and upheld at every turn.

Slip and fall accidents can occur anywhere – whether it be private properties like homes or public spaces such as shopping malls or parks. Commonly caused by wet floors, uneven surfaces, poor lighting among others, these falls can result in debilitating injuries that require immediate medical attention and prolonged therapy.

· Premises Liability: This term refers to the responsibility of property owners to maintain safe conditions; any negligence leading up to an accident could put them at fault.

· Medical Expenses: Victims may incur heavy expenses due to hospitalizations, surgeries, medications, physical therapy etc., all crucial aspects considered when determining compensation.

· Lost Wages: If you’re unable to work because of your injuries after a slip and fall accident, this factor is also considered when evaluating the total claim amount.

Partnering with Carlson Bier means aligning yourself with professionals having a thorough understanding of laws pertaining specifically to Illinois. Our keen knowledge allows us not only in negotiating settlements but also fighting fiercely in courts if needed. Leveraging our comprehensive investigation skills into identifying liability combined with aggressive representation assures maximum fair compensation opportunities ensuring you concentrate on what truly matters — your recovery!

We pride ourselves on being client-centric — recognizing each case’s unique circumstances while providing personalized guidance throughout every step of the way– right from free consultations through closure. We promise transparent communication thus devising strategies best tailored towards securing your desired outcomes swiftly yet effectively.

Recent data points show that over 8 million US citizens get victimized by slip-and-fall accidents annually; emphasizing the criticality of retaining competent, experienced personal injury attorneys. Carlson Bier can help you understand how these accidents happen and what rights you enjoy under Illinois law. Consequently, our team will work relentlessly identifying responsible parties followed by collecting evidence supporting your claims thereby increasing chances of success.

Upon engagement, we meticulously review the elements surrounding your accident — including analyzing conditions that caused your fall and determining responsibilities for said dangerous conditions. Then, after a deep dive into both tangible (medical bills) and intangible (pain & suffering) losses resulting from the accident holding negligent parties accountable via aggressive litigation becomes our sole focus.

· Proving Negligence: Demonstrating that the property owner knew or should have known about the hazardous condition triggers their liability.

· Statute of Limitations: In Illinois, victims generally have 2 years from the date of their slip and fall to file a lawsuit – underscoring the urgency to act swiftly in securing legal counsel.

· No Win No Fee: Remember at Carlson Bier – if we don’t win your case, there’s no fee!

Facing such intimidating legal challenge alone might be overwhelming thus opting professional legal representation is strongly recommended to secure deserved compensation reflecting all sufferings honestly endured while nursing you back to health.

Seek justice today with Carlson Bier! Our compassionate yet aggressive approach formulates us as formidable advocates for slip-and-fall victims across Illinois; dedicatedly ushering them through murky waters of complex premises liability laws enabling successful injury claim settlements. As a significant step towards understanding your case deeper while establishing legitimate entitlements please remember clicking on ‘Check My Case Worth’ button below. Act today reclaiming control over life post this tragic incidence!

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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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Slip & Fall Accidents FAQ​

The most common causes of slip and fall accidents in Chicago include:

  • Wet or slippery floors: This could include spills, leaks, and snow and ice.
  • Uneven surfaces: This could include potholes, cracks in the pavement, and loose floorboards.
  • Poor lighting: This could make it difficult to see hazards on the ground.
  • Obstructions: This could include cords, boxes, and other objects that are in the way.

If you have a slip and fall 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 the property owner or manager. This will create a record of the accident and help you build your case if you decide to file a lawsuit.
  • 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.
  • Contact a slip and fall accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a slip and fall 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 property owner or manager if you believe they were negligent in maintaining the property.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a slip and fall 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 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 slip and fall 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 Teutopolis

Pedal Cycle Incidents

Focused on legal advocacy for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or risky conditions.

Burn Wounds

Giving specialist legal assistance for patients of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Hospital Carelessness

Delivering expert legal representation for victims affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Responsibility

Managing cases involving defective products, extending professional legal support to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Aged Malpractice

Advocating for the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to malpractice in aged care environments, ensuring justice.

Slip and Trip Occurrences

Expert in tackling trip accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking justice for their suffering.

Birth Traumas

Delivering legal support for loved ones affected by medical malpractice resulting in birth injuries.

Automobile Collisions

Collisions: Focused on guiding sufferers of car accidents obtain just settlement for hurts and damages.

Bike Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal services for riders involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for harm.

Truck Collision

Offering expert legal support for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate recovery for injuries.

Building Site Accidents

Focused on assisting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or negligence.

Brain Damages

Specializing in delivering specialized legal representation for patients suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Harms

Specialized in handling cases for clients who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Jogger Mishaps

Specializing in legal assistance for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Undeserved Death

Fighting for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and adept legal services to ensure fairness.

Vertebral Impairment

Dedicated to supporting patients with backbone trauma, offering expert legal assistance to secure recovery.

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