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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you are the victim of a construction site accident, time is critical to secure your rights and obtain the compensation that you deserve. Rely on Carlson Bier, an exceptional group of personal injury lawyers who meticulously serve potential clients in Tilton, Illinois and its surrounding areas. With our strong commitment to justice coupled with extensive experience within this complex legal field, we stand as an unsurpassed choice for addressing construction site accidents. Over years, we have earned a reputation that asserts unyielding advocacy for victims while demonstrating unwavering integrity throughout each case’s progression. Our adept litigation skills highlight our proficiency in navigating these severe circumstances such as accidents involving heavy machinery or worker negligence at construction sites. Let expertise make a difference – let Carlson Bier guide you through intricate legal pathways so that your main focus can return toward healing physically and emotionally from any trauma endured during the incident at hand. Allow us; committed advocates/legal experts to defend your best interests following a construction site accident.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Tilton Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we have built our reputation as an esteemed personal injury attorney group dedicated to representing victims of construction site accidents. Whether you’ve been injured by falling debris, faulty machinery, or hazardous work conditions, your wellbeing and compensation are paramount to us. Our attorney team in Illinois specializes in providing legal assistance for these types of cases; ensuring the full protection and exercise of your rights.

Knowledge is essential when dealing with such incidents. It is important to recognize that a construction site can be unpredictable with dynamic yet dangerous environments presenting high levels of risk. People working within these spaces are entitled to regular safety inspections and rigorous adherence to regulations set by authorities like the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). When these crucial protocols are shirked or ignored that work accidents occur – usually due to negligence.

There are key aspects about construction site accidents which everyone should be mindful of:

– Anyone on the site may become an accident victim, not just workers. Passersby or visitors could potentially find themselves hard-hit by impunity.

– Victims need not necessarily press charges against their employers only; if a third party’s action led to the accident then liability may also extend.

– More than one party might be legally responsible depending upon various factors including type of employment contract (direct hire Vs contractor) as well as conditions under which it occurred.

It is thus prudent to promptly seek counsel from experienced attorneys like ours at Carlson Bier who can expertly guide you through this labyrinthine process while making sure justice is duly served on those accountable.

Remember too that time plays a significant role in these matters: resisting prompt legal action could make it harder later on due to statute limitations associated with personal injury claims in many states including Illinois where typically a plaintiff has up two years file claim post-accident date before being barred permanently from doing so.

Moreover at Carlson Bier, we diligently strive for maximum compensation – pursuing both economic damages for direct financial losses like medical expenses, wage loss due to inability of work post-accident as well as non-economic or intangible damages for mental anguish, reduced quality of life etc., that often tend to be overlooked.

Through our dedicated approach and an unwavering commitment towards client rights protection, Carlson Bier stands resolute in delivering legal counsel par excellence. Trust us with your case and you will acquire the advantage of having meticulous scrutiny detail by seasoned industry professionals; who leave no stone unturned when it comes to unearthing facts supporting your claims!

If reading this page has helped you gain added perspective about construction site accidents: their implications on individuals involved; complexities around establishing liability; measures taken towards victim compensation – then we have served our aim perfectly. Get more such valuable insights tailored exclusively for your case from a team relentlessly focused on securing justice ripe-to-the-core with empathy at its heart!

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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 Tilton

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Proficient in legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Fire Traumas

Providing expert legal services for people of grave burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Hospital Misconduct

Extending professional legal advice for individuals affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Accountability

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, offering specialist legal help to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Mistreatment

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring fairness.

Trip & Tumble Injuries

Skilled in dealing with stumble accident cases, providing legal support to victims seeking restitution for their suffering.

Infant Harms

Delivering legal guidance for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Collisions

Collisions: Devoted to guiding clients of car accidents obtain just recompense for damages and losses.

Motorbike Accidents

Dedicated to providing legal services for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

Big Rig Collision

Providing adept legal representation for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just recompense for damages.

Building Site Accidents

Concentrated on representing staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Brain Damages

Expert in ensuring professional legal assistance for individuals suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Harms

Expertise in handling cases for people who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Incidents

Dedicated to legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Death

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and expert legal representation to ensure redress.

Vertebral Impairment

Focused on assisting patients with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal representation to secure compensation.

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