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About Carlson Bier Associates

Suffered a slip and fall accident? Secure the legal support you need with Carlson Bier, your formidable ally in Vernon Hills. Specializing in handling personal injury cases, our team of seasoned attorneys brings a wealth of expertise and excellent track record to ensure favorable outcomes for our clients. With consequential issues like medical bills or loss of income adding to your stress, it’s fundamental that someone holds the negligent parties accountable for their actions. We excel at investigating these occurrences meticulously and building formidable case strategies rooted in relevant laws unique to Illinois. Our dedication sets us apart as we relentlessly work towards securing fair compensation commensurate with your pain and suffering from slip and fall accidents – matching the highest standards while upholding justice at all times. Navigating through this stressful time won’t be easy on an individual level; however, trusting the experts paves way for rightful reparations without compromising any statutory elements within Illinois jurisdiction that Carlson Bier respects diligently.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Vernon Hills Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the complexity and consequences of slip and fall accidents. As an Illinois-based personal injury attorney group, we’re committed to providing impeccable legal expertise that cater to the unique needs presented by such incidents. A slip and fall accident is often underrated in its severity; injuring not just pride but leading to a host of potential physical injuries as well.

The aftermath of these mishaps can involve varying degrees of pain, discomfort, or even immobilization resulting from fractures, sprains, or concussions. We offer diligent representation aimed at achieving justice for victims of slip-and-fall accidents impacted by negligence from property owners or occupiers failing to maintain safe premises. This often involves elements including wet surfaces devoid of warning signage, improperly lit staircases giving rise to shadow misjudgment, cluttered floors causing trip hazards among others.

Navigating through the legal maze surrounding such claims can be daunting but fear not; our experienced team at Carlson Bier stands ready to demystify this process for you. An integral part of securing favorable outcomes revolves around understanding some crucial facts about slip-and-fall accident cases:

– Establishing liability: Not every slip and fall incident necessitates legal action. Asserting liability requires proof beyond doubt that the property owner’s negligence actually led to your injury.

– Documenting evidence: Prompt recording any relevant information like hazard condition(s) which led up to your fall, witness testimonies if any, photographic evidence further bolsters your case.

– Strict adherence to statutes of limitations: In Illinois state law mandates a specific timeframe within which a lawsuit must ordinarily get filed in court post-injury dates.

– Understanding comparative negligence laws: Among different states follow diverse approaches concerning plaintiff fault contribution impacting award sums received. Our expert attorneys will guide you throughout accurate self-appraisal here minimizing surprises downstream.

Slip-and-fall accidents foreseeably lead towards accumulating medical costs or loss-of-wages each potentially creating financial distress. At Carlson Bier, we strive beyond ensuring our clients receive the right compensation that they are duly entitled to counteract such burdensome outcomes.

Our attorneys initiate your quest for justice with a thorough evaluation of each circumstance surrounding your accident. Our following steps involve partnering with you in devising customized legal strategies for successful claim resolution reflecting both material and non-material damages alike; typically these encompass medical bills coverage, lost wages reimbursement, pain, and suffering damages reparation among others. However, understanding the financial reality of hiring competent legal counselors during such straitened times comes into play here too.

Navigating through this intricate process isn’t something you need to undertake alone – at our law firm we believe actions reflective of our commitment tend to speak louder than words. Acknowledging the same we offer all initial consultations free-of-charge imbuing us as partners together in your recovery journey rather than just legal practitioners mired within impersonal formality confines alone.

At Carlson Bier, each client matters deeply and so does their unique case. We pride ourselves on effectively representing slip-and-fall victims across Illinois ensuing from years devoted towards honing dedicated skills – one successful case verdict after another! We earnestly encourage you not to deal with insurance companies single-handedly but entrust us instead as seasoned negotiators pursuing nothing short of comprehensive settlements best coinciding with rightful compensation deserving by you!

Should you be seeking reliable personal injury attorney services honed within equality premises regardless of race, color or creed pledged towards leveraging over decades-long expertise combating against negligent property owners/concerns? Well then do afford us an opportunity towards demonstrating what sets us apart! For further information feel free to contact us today via (add appropriate telephonic/email details). Come discover how much worth actually resides locked away unrealized within your case. Click on the button below exploring detailed insights about potential entitlements awaiting your rightful claim!

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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 Vernon Hills

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Proficient in legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' carelessness or perilous conditions.

Burn Burns

Extending professional legal help for victims of major burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Hospital Malpractice

Extending dedicated legal representation for victims affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Responsibility

Managing cases involving problematic products, providing expert legal help to clients affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

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

Stumble and Trip Mishaps

Professional in handling trip accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking redress for their injuries.

Neonatal Damages

Delivering legal support for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in infant injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Incidents: Dedicated to supporting victims of car accidents get fair remuneration for damages and losses.

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Specializing in providing legal advice for riders involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring rightful claims for damages.

Big Rig Mishap

Ensuring expert legal assistance for drivers involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate settlement for harms.

Construction Collisions

Engaged in supporting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or negligence.

Neurological Damages

Specializing in ensuring compassionate legal support for individuals suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Damages

Adept at managing cases for victims who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Incidents

Focused on legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Loss

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and experienced legal support to ensure justice.

Vertebral Impairment

Expert in assisting persons with spinal cord injuries, offering compassionate legal support to secure compensation.

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