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About Carlson Bier Associates

When encountering a slip and fall accident, it’s crucial to engage the best legal advocate. In this respect, consider the unrivaled experience of Carlson Bier. Our firm has rendered stellar service across Illinois, including Tremont; thoughtfully handling each case with diligent care and steadfast commitment. We specialize in accidents related to slipping or tripping cases: whether it be on icy pavements, supermarket floors or uneven paths. Mindful of how disorientating these circumstances can be for you, our team tenaciously fights for every deserving compensation dollar available under Illinois law while offering emotional support throughout your journey to recovery. Clients praise our holistic approach that prioritizes their wellness alongside securing justice against liable parties who neglected safety provisions on their premises leading to your unfortunate mishap all too often causing serious injury even fatality! Rest assured that Carlson Bier are not merely lawyers – we are advocates dedicated to ensuring safety standards through litigation – one injured client at a time.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Tremont Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand how traumatic and frustrating Slip and Fall Accidents can be. As a personal injury lawyer group based in Illinois, we have the expertise to guide you through your claim while ensuring that you receive rightful compensation for your slip and fall accident.

Every slip and fall cases are unique, which is why it’s crucial to gain insight into this type of personal injury case to assist with any future legal matters. Slip and fall accidents refer to situations where an individual slips, trips or falls as a result of hazardous conditions on someone else’s property. These incidents may take place in diverse settings like sidewalks, restaurants, supermarkets or even private homes.

Key points about slip and fall accidents include:

– Duty of Care: Property owners have a ‘duty of care’ towards individuals on their premises. This means they must ensure that their property is safe from preventable hazards which could lead to injuries.

– Identifying Negligence: If the property owner failed to maintain safety standards or was aware of dangerous conditions but didn’t take steps to correct them — they might be deemed negligent.

– Serious Injuries: Depending upon the severity of the fall, individuals can sustain serious injuries ranging from minor sprains to bone fractures or severe head trauma leading to long-term health implications.

As a team of lawyers invested in securing justice for our clients, Carlson Bier dives deep into each case’s details; conducting thorough investigations highlights negligence leading up to each incident. We meticulously document evidence such as maintenance records, eyewitness accounts & CCTV footage if available – Anything that shows negligence by the property owner.

Moreover, it’s remarkable what accurate documentation can do for a client’s case; proof demonstrating limitations on daily activities because of your injuries often play pivotal roles in claiming larger settlements. Concrete evidence helps establish not just physical distress but also emotional suffering afterfall accidents – factors such as lost wages due to off-time at work contribute significantly when calculating damages owned to victims.

What separates Carlson Bier from other law firms in Illinois is our commitment to your cause. We firmly believe in empowering you with knowledge and understanding, providing clear, accessible legal information tailored to your unique situation. We’ll walk you through each step of the process so that you can make informed legal decisions.

An important caveat for readers: Remember, it’s also necessary on a victim’s part to take some precautious as well such as seeking immediate medical help after slip or fall accident occurred & reporting incident immediately with all detailed information about place/condition; these points play crucial role during case hearings for establishing firm stands based on evidence vs assumptions or time-lapse records without any solid groundings”

You might be surprised at how much difference professional representation makes when it comes to securing substantial settlement amounts. Don’t deal with the aftermath of a slip and fall accident alone – leverage experienced legal support by engaging Carlson Bier. Our dedication towards client’s rightful justice drives us forward and we strive hard—not settling for less.

Finally, don’t let overwhelming legal concerns feel like barriers standing between you and your rightfully deserved compensation. Regain control over your life post-incident by letting us assist you legally while ensuring personal comfort throughout this challenging journey. Curious about how much compensation could be worth in your specific case? By clicking on the button below, find out just that! Let Carlson Bier provide you with supportive guidance towards an improved future free from volatile worries stemming from unfortunate incidents such as Slip & Fall accidents.

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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 Tremont

Bike Accidents

Focused on legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or dangerous conditions.

Scald Traumas

Giving specialist legal help for victims of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Clinical Malpractice

Providing professional legal assistance for persons affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Liability

Handling cases involving unsafe products, extending skilled legal help to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Abuse

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall and Stumble Occurrences

Skilled in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to victims seeking justice for their damages.

Infant Harms

Offering legal support for loved ones affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Mishaps

Mishaps: Committed to supporting clients of car accidents gain equitable payout for wounds and losses.

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Expert in providing legal advice for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for harm.

Truck Incident

Ensuring adept legal services for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair recompense for damages.

Building Site Accidents

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

Cognitive Injuries

Committed to delivering professional legal support for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Damages

Adept at handling cases for victims who have suffered harms from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Specializing in legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering claims.

Wrongful Death

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and adept legal services to ensure redress.

Spine Damage

Specializing in defending individuals with vertebral damage, offering professional legal representation to secure redress.

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