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About Carlson Bier Associates

When facing a products liability case, selecting the unrivaled expertise of Carlson Bier is an essential step towards securing victory. Superior in legal prowess and renowned for their exceptional client satisfaction, they remain unmatched by competition within Illinois. Their proven track record attests to hundreds of successful product liability cases that resonate with their ambition -upholding the rights of victims to secure compensation and justice. The sterling reputation they’ve earned doesn’t merely stem from skill; at its core lies unwavering dedication, persistence, and understanding. Your concerns become Carlson Bier’s priorities as they navigate meticulously through complex issues related to defective or dangerous products harming innocent consumers like yourself. Wherever you reside within Illinois – Thornton included – let their outstanding competency be your guide on this path fraught with complexities since geography does not deter them from extending a helping hand those affected by adverse circumstances due to faulty products ensuring rightful justices are served duly.

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Products Liability Lawyers in Thornton Illinois

At Carlson Bier, excellence meets justice. Our dedicated team of personal injury attorneys is deeply committed to providing elite legal representation and guidance for victims in Illinois dealing with the complexities of product liability. The realm of product liability can be highly intricate, a labyrinthine field pockmarked by legal jargon and technicalities. Hence, we strive to demystify this arena and ensure our clients are well-informed about their rights and available options.

Product Liability encapsulates injuries or damages incurred due to defective products. Whether it’s faulty design, manufacturing defects or inadequate instructions/ warnings causing harm – the manufacturer or seller may be held liable under three major premises: Negligence, Strict Liability and Breach of Warranty.

• Negligence – This involves proving that the manufacturer didn’t meet standard safety measures during the product’s creation process.

• Strict Liability – Here, an injured party does not need to prove negligence; only that the product was defective and caused harm when used as intended.

• Breach of Warranty – It refers to situations where a manufacturer goes against its “promise” made about a particular product’s performance or quality.

Understanding these distinctions is significant because they non-verbally craft the trajectory for your claim process.

The types of Product Defect cases we handle at Carlson Bier span diverse sectors like automobiles, toys, medicines & devices among others. You might be entitled to compensation covering medical bills, rehabilitative services’ fees, loss of earning capacity plus any incidence-related distress or suffering you’ve undergone owing to usage of aforementioned harmful outcomes stemming from faulty goods usage.

Our adept attorneys passionately champion client interests’, guiding them meticulously through every step involved in filing for a product liability lawsuit claim – documenting evidence (faulty + affected good referential images/videos), conducting accident scene analysis if needed & sourcing expert opinions on said defect associated causes/effects alongside assessing damage extent with preciseness primarily while keeping track regarding timely lawsuit initiation within Illinois’s statute of limitations.

Remember, you are not alone. While the legal arena may be filled with complications and intimidating technicalities, we at Carlson Bier serve as your advocates – championing for your rights informing regarding updated regulatory compliances in a language that resonates with you.

Also, remember an initial consultation is fantastic way to gauge case specifics & plan accordingly while also helping establish rapport between attorney and client before proceeding further. Seeking our professional counsel can substantially boost your claim proceedings’ success odds too adding robustness to defense strategies tailored specific to individual circumstances – standing by accident victims through thick-&-thin always.

Indeed, Product Liability can be stressful both emotionally physically but being informed about key relevant aspects empowers one into confided action propelling towards desired justice fulfillment. Here at Carlson Bier – we’re proud of making profound legal differences through relentless dedication understanding driven representation quality delivery ensuring clients their deserved restitution retracing life back on smooth lane post traumatic hazardous product encounter ordeal phase.

Allow us to stand in solidarity with you and amplify your voice as we navigate through this tedious process together. We encourage you to learn more about how much your case could be worth simply by interacting via Carlson Bier’s ‘Case Worth Appraisal’ tool poised awaiting usage below here. When it comes to fighting for justice against negligent manufacturers or sellers causing havoc via defective products dissemination market conduit endeavours; every piece detail matters hence get started right now adorning those rightful solicitor-boxer gloves facilitated power insurance in form of committed dedicated personal injury lawyers under hood Carlson Bier Law Firm established justice system apparatus aspirants.

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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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Product Liability FAQ​

Product liability is the legal responsibility of manufacturers, distributors, sellers, and suppliers for injuries caused by defective products.

The three main types of product liability claims are:

  • Manufacturing defects: These defects occur during the manufacturing process and cause the product to be unsafe.
  • Design defects: These defects exist in the design of the product and make it inherently unsafe.
  • Marketing defects: These defects occur when the manufacturer or seller fails to adequately warn consumers about the dangers of the product.

The signs and symptoms of a product liability injury can vary depending on the type of product that caused the injury. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Physical injuries: These could include cuts, bruises, burns, fractures, and other injuries.
  • Property damage: This could include damage to your home, car, or other belongings.
  • Economic losses: These could include lost wages, medical expenses, and other financial losses.

The treatment options for product liability injuries will vary depending on the severity of the injuries. However, some common treatment options include:

  • Surgery: Surgery may be required to repair injuries that were caused by a defective product.
  • Physical therapy: Physical therapy may be required to help patients regain their strength and mobility after suffering an injury.
  • Occupational therapy: Occupational therapy may be required to help patients learn to perform activities of daily living after suffering an injury.
  • Medications: Medications may be required to treat pain and other symptoms of product liability injuries.

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit for a product liability injury if you have been injured due to a defective product. A product liability lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

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Areas of Practice in Thornton

Bike Incidents

Specializing in legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's negligence or hazardous conditions.

Scald Damages

Offering specialist legal help for individuals of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or negligence.

Healthcare Malpractice

Extending experienced legal assistance for clients affected by hospital malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Responsibility

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, delivering expert legal services to individuals affected by faulty goods.

Elder Malpractice

Defending the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to misconduct in nursing homes environments, ensuring protection.

Slip and Tumble Incidents

Specialist in addressing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking restitution for their losses.

Infant Damages

Extending legal help for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Accidents

Crashes: Concentrated on assisting victims of car accidents gain equitable compensation for hurts and destruction.

Motorcycle Collisions

Expert in providing legal services for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

18-Wheeler Crash

Offering experienced legal support for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for harms.

Building Site Mishaps

Concentrated on supporting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or misconduct.

Brain Impairments

Expert in ensuring expert legal support for clients suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Damages

Specialized in addressing cases for clients who have suffered damages from puppy bites or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Focused on legal advocacy for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering recovery.

Unjust Death

Standing up for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying empathetic and skilled legal support to ensure compensation.

Spine Trauma

Expert in supporting individuals with spine impairments, offering professional legal support to secure recovery.

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