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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you’ve been involved in a car accident, the financial impact can be overwhelming. Not only are there possible medical bills and repair costs, but you might also face lost earnings if your injuries prevent you from working. Carlson Bier is an exemplary car accident attorney practice committed to assisting victims assert their rights and seek compensation for these unjust hardships. Established within the Illinois jurisdiction, our team has extensive experience navigating complex legalities associated with auto accidents while keeping your best interests at heart. We listen attentively to every detail of your case; meticulously compiling evidence that bolsters claims against negligent drivers or other contributing factors responsible for the mishap. At Carlson Bier, our relentless pursuit of justice symbolizes our dedication to serving those affected by such unfortunate incidents across geographic boundaries like Tilden included – notwithstanding where firm’s offices reside – we pride ourselves on providing unwavering assistance because everyone deserves quality representation when they need it most.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Tilden Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on providing outstanding legal services, specializing in personal injury incidents. Our team of proficient and experienced attorneys is based in Illinois with a remarkable track record in dealing with car accident cases. Our aim is to provide comprehensive support to victims of unfortunate accidents by ensuring that they receive the appropriate remuneration for their suffering.

When involved in a car accident, understanding your rights and responsibilities becomes crucial and can often be overwhelming considering the emotional and financial toll such incidences convey. That’s where we step in as your reliable partner to help navigate through these challenging times. We dedicate ourselves to fighting for justice while you focus on recuperating from the incident.

Firstly, it’s important to note that every car accident case has its unique set of circumstances which determine how it will progress legally. Liability determination, magnitude of damage or injury incurred, insurance policy details are all influencing factors towards final settlement figures. If this seems confusing or intimidating, don’t worry – at Carlson Bier, our astute lawyers break down this complex process into easily digestible information so that you stay informed.

Secondly, let’s outline some key points about what you should do immediately after a car accident:

• Contact emergency services immediately if there are any injuries

• Report the accident scene accurately without admitting fault

• Collect relevant evidence including photos of damages or injuries

• Record eye-witness testimonies if possible

• Seek immediate medical attention even if no apparent injuries

By following these steps meticulously post-accident, you build a robust foundation for your prospective legal claim that can significantly enhance chances of receiving maximum compensation for inflicted damages.

Navigating through an insurance claim post an accident can often seem like walking through a labyrinth with layers upon layers of paperwork leading up only to extended delays and lowball settlements. Insurers might try to minimize payout amounts under various pretexts or confuse victims into accepting unfair settlements using complex jargon. This is where having an experienced personal injury attorney, like those at Carlson Bier, by your side can make all the difference. We level the playing field against major insurance companies to ensure you receive what rightfully belongs to you.

The extent of physical injuries sustained during a car accident may vary from minor scratches to severe impairments leading to prolonged medical treatments or even fatalities. We deeply understand the physical pain and emotional turmoil our clients go through post such traumatic incidents. At Carlson Bier, we strive for not just financial recoveries but also peace of mind ensuring our client’s well-being is prioritized throughout their recovery journey.

Furthermore, it’s essential for victims of car accidents in Illinois to remember that they have two years from the date of injury occurrence to initiate legal proceedings – this is called the statute of limitations. Given the time sensitivity involved coupled with intricate nature of personal injury claims, it becomes crucial to engage professional legal help sooner rather than later on these matters.

At Carlson Bier, we uphold transparency as one of our primary values. Our attorneys take time discussing pertinent details about procedures, expected timelines and potential outcomes without shrouding them under law jargons. We believe in informed decision-making hence encourage communication and questions making sure all uncertainties are explained.

Remember: Your welfare is our foremost concern! Our dedicated lawyers work tirelessly so that your healing process remains undeterred while we handle tough negotiations and legal complications related to your claim.

As seasoned professionals within personal injury law arena based in Illinois, trust us when we say nothing replaces experience and specialized focus when dealing with lawsuits surrounding car accidents. If you’ve been a victim recently or know someone who has undergone similar unwanted ordeal,your next step could be as simple as clicking below button to understand how much your case could potentially worth – understanding settlement value can also contribute towards closure aiding recovery process better.

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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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Car Accident FAQ​

The most common causes of car accidents in Chicago include:

  • Driver negligence: This includes distracted driving, speeding, and failing to yield.
  • Road conditions: Potholes, uneven pavement, and other road hazards can cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles.
  • Vehicle defects: Defective vehicles can cause accidents in a variety of ways.
  • Weather conditions: Rain, snow, and ice can make roads slick and dangerous.

If you are involved in a car 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.
  • Exchange information with the other driver. Get their name, address, insurance information, and license plate number.
  • 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.
  • Report the accident to the police. This will create a record of the accident and help you get help if you need it.
  • Contact a car accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a car 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 driver who caused your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a car 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.

In a car 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.

    Property damage: This includes the cost of repairing or replacing your vehicle.

    Punitive damages: These damages are awarded to punish the defendant for egregious or reckless conduct.

The statute of limitations for car 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 Tilden

Bike Crashes

Expert in legal representation for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' carelessness or perilous conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Supplying expert legal support for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Medical Carelessness

Offering dedicated legal services for patients affected by physician malpractice, including surgical errors.

Commodities Accountability

Managing cases involving unsafe products, extending adept legal support to clients affected by defective items.

Senior Abuse

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring fairness.

Trip & Trip Occurrences

Specialist in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal services to victims seeking restitution for their injuries.

Birth Wounds

Delivering legal assistance for kin affected by medical incompetence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Mishaps

Incidents: Committed to guiding victims of car accidents gain appropriate recompense for wounds and destruction.

Scooter Mishaps

Expert in providing legal services for motorcyclists involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

Trucking Incident

Providing experienced legal services for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for harms.

Construction Site Mishaps

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

Brain Impairments

Committed to delivering dedicated legal support for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Harms

Specialized in dealing with cases for clients who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Jogger Collisions

Expert in legal representation for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering damages.

Unwarranted Passing

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and experienced legal support to ensure redress.

Spine Injury

Committed to defending individuals with vertebral damage, offering professional legal guidance to secure recovery.

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