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In the unfortunate event of a pedestrian accident, it is critical to partner with attorneys who will tirelessly assert your rights and ensure you receive fair compensation. This is where Carlson Bier steps into light. With our extensive experience in personal injury law, specifically specializing in pedestrian accidents, we are well-equipped to handle any challenges that may arise during your case. We take immense pride in our notable negotiation skills; navigating complex legal systems with finesse whilst ensuring transparent communication with our clients every step along the way. Rooted firm in Illinois but serving the entire region inclusive of Wasco, we at Carlson Bier make client satisfaction & results obtained paramount above all else. Choosing us means aligning yourself not only with expert legal representation but also an unwavering advocate for your rights and wellbeing – across cities and beyond borders even though Wasco per se doesn’t house a physical office of ours yet! Thank you for considering Carlson Bier as yours choice when seeking justice post a pedestrian accident-related mandate.

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Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Wasco Illinois

Welcome to the esteemed Carlson Bier law firm, a top-tier personal injury practice based in Illinois. Amidst our robust field of accomplishments lies our unparalleled expertise in Pedestrian Accident cases. Understanding every detail within this complex genre of plaintiff law helps us bring clarity and satisfaction during your challenging times, ensuring that you’re not alone in this tough journey.

When pedestrians become hapless victims of accidents, their rights are often ignored or overshadowed by those who appear more powerful – the drivers or even insurance companies. However, under Illinois laws, walkers and joggers have undisputed entitlements that need to be upheld firmly and unwaveringly.

• Every pedestrian has the right-of-way at crosswalks with no traffic signals installed.

• When a stop sign controls an intersection – pedestrians again fetch the advantage of right-of-way over vehicles.

• Whenever vehicular traffic must yield before making turns or while returning to the roadway after parking – you guessed it – pedestrians secure the upper hand.

Unfortunately many victims remain obliviously deprived from these legal benefits due to lack of knowledge about their actual rights & responsibilities under Illinois’s pedestrian-motorist legislation.

The results following a pedestrian accident can vary greatly like minor bruises to severe injuries including fractures, spinal cord damages or traumatic brain injuries which could lead to hefty medical bills as well as causing loss of wages due physical incapacity. In such situations, claiming rightful compensation becomes paramount for ones financial stability as well reimbursement for one’s mental anguish & suffering.

Navigating the labyrinthine world of personal injury law requires more than just rudimentary understanding; so here at Carlson Bier we believe it is essential for you not have only expert attorneys represent you but get educated about various aspects involved:

• Evidence collection: From securing pertinent documents like police reports and medical records to gathering photographs etc., evidence becomes key element proving fault & determining degree damage.

• Dealing with Insurance Companies: It’s not uncommon for insurers to undervalue your claim or employ delay tactics. We see through this ruse and push for a fair settlement.

• Lawsuit filing and representation: In cases where an agreement can’t be reached, our legal team stands ready to take the battle to court in order to demand justice.

While pedestrian accidents may feel overwhelming and insurmountable, Carlson Bier’s attorneys are here for you every step of the way with compassion, experience, and fierce determination. Our law firm believes that timely education prompts a quicker resolution so please utilize these tips from our knowledgeable guides:

• Contact police immediately after accident & cooperate during investigation, ensuring an official report is filed

• Seek immediate medical attention even if injuries seem minor – often major issues could lurk beneath surface wasn’t apparent initially

• Document everything possible – photos of location/vehicles involved/injuries/time & weather conditions etc.

• Refrain from discussing details anyone except your attorney avoid affecting potential compensation negotiations adversely

The aftermath of an accident can leave you with a whirlwind of questions which we are more than primed to answer based on our years combating for clients similar situations. Every member at Carlson Bier law firm works tirelessly in bringing quality expertise at competitive rates because we hold ourselves accountable towards securing nothing less but fair compensation for any pain caused by others’ negligence.

Your journey toward justice shouldn’t be walked alone; let us stand by your side until resoluteness reinstates. If you’re curious about how much your case might actually be worth, don’t hesitate to stumble no more as we offer obligation-free consultation right away! Click the button below now & know what rightful dues await you!

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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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Areas of Practice in Wasco

Bike Crashes

Specializing in legal support for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or perilous conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Providing expert legal services for people of serious burn injuries caused by incidents or carelessness.

Clinical Carelessness

Extending expert legal advice for patients affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Items Accountability

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, offering professional legal help to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to misconduct in senior centers environments, ensuring fairness.

Trip & Tumble Incidents

Skilled in managing trip accident cases, providing legal services to clients seeking restitution for their harm.

Newborn Wounds

Providing legal support for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Accidents

Mishaps: Focused on guiding individuals of car accidents get reasonable settlement for hurts and harm.

Bike Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Trucking Collision

Providing professional legal assistance for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for harms.

Worksite Collisions

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

Brain Harms

Expert in extending expert legal assistance for persons suffering from head injuries due to incidents.

Canine Attack Injuries

Specialized in addressing cases for persons who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or creature assaults.

Jogger Crashes

Focused on legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering damages.

Unwarranted Passing

Fighting for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and adept legal support to ensure restitution.

Neural Harm

Committed to assisting patients with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal representation to secure settlement.

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