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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to navigating complex legal landscapes resulting from slip and fall accidents, Carlson Bier sets the bar for diligence, expertise, and unwavering client service. We comprehend the intricacies of slip-and-fall accident laws while zealously advocating for victims’ rights. Our unparalleled commitment is evident in how meticulously we establish causation, liability, damages sustained – unflinchingly challenging parties responsible for negligence or reckless behaviors that precipitate such unfortunate incidents. With Carlson Bier on your side, expect nothing less than attorneys who diligently work towards obtaining rightful compensation while you concentrate on recovery – indeed a critical consideration selecting a skillful attorney matters immensely after enduring a traumatizing event like a slip-and-fall accident.

Being based in Illinois has enhanced our broad understanding of varying state-specific laws which we bring to bear with cases involving locations across jurisdictions- an invaluable asset when addressing intricate Washington rules as pertaining to fault determination or damage settlements in any personal injury claims stemming from slips and falls accidents. Choose Carlson Bier; choose sterling reputation borne out of resolute representation.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Washington Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the complex nature of personal injury law in Illinois, particularly when it involves slip and fall accidents. Slip and fall incidents can occur unexpectedly at any time due to numerous factors such as unexpected obstructions, poor lightening, uneven walking surfaces or icy conditions. Such mishaps can lead to serious injuries including fractures, sprains, spinal damage and in severe cases even traumatic brain injuries.

Our team of experienced attorneys is equipped with the expertise and dedication necessary to handle these cases efficiently. Our goal is not only to provide legal advice but also to educate our clients about their rights under Illinois’ personal injury laws so that better decisions can be made.

In a slip and fall claim case there are several key elements needed in order for your claim to be successful; these include:

• Proof of danger: The fundamental premise upon which all personal injury claims proceed is showing that a hazard existed which led directly to the accident.

• Negligence by property owner: It’s vital for you as a plaintiff to establish that the property owner had knowledge (or ought to have had knowledge) of potential harm on their premises yet negligently failed act appropriately.

• Direct Link between negligence and injury: To hold value in your lawsuit the correlation between the documented negligence by the at-fault party and your sustained injuries post-accident needs ceasing argumentative backlogs.

Understanding these critical pointers contributes essentially towards taking well-informed initiation steps after you encountered an unfortunate slip or trip and fall event.

At Carlson Bier we operate based on evidence-backed approach while carrying ample leverage from established market credibility synonymous with our fine standing within IL legal corridors ensuring maximum diligence & precision into investigating circumstances related with every case handled thus optimizing chances of obtaining rightful compensation linked up with damages incurred during a particular incident you suffered through .

Everyone deserves access to high quality legal representation following accidents leading potentially debilitating medical costs attached overwhelmingly impacting life’s quality down adversely affecting financial status. Hence, It’s our responsibility to help you navigate these challenging moments.

Our team of experts works meticulously on each case diligently gathering facts from various sources concerning your incident – eye witnesses, site inspections as well as expert testimonies just to ensure that you receive the right compensation covering medical costs, lost wages and other damages linked with your suffering.

In the aftermath of a slip and fall accident, Carlson Bier recommends prompt legal advice acquisition allowing crafted defensive framework formation preventing potential attempts against claim invalidity by at fault parties seeking claim underestimation or even complete denial thereby saving upon important time & resources post-accident period now channelized towards crucial healing & recovery milestones ahead.

Contacting an experienced personal injury attorney at Carlson Bier can make all the difference in how your case unfolds leading potentially better compensation prospects readily accessible now upon reputation-based professional competence aimed specifically helping bounce back smoothly after dreadful happenings dragging life course drastically farther away down normalcy lanes resuming regular activities unaffected while living transformed dreams undeterred full vitality vigor intact laying out ideal solicitation portal ahead prioritizing individual touch responsiveness empathetic assurance alongside legal erudition shared mutually thus raising bar standards brought in claiming rightful compensations within IL jurisdictions exemplary competence awarded throughout court durations undertaken meantime recovering ordeal-induced sedation completely successfully against accumulated odds gathered past incidents encountered derived experiences brushed aside entirely towards brighter future avenues exploiting positively unfolded opportunities presented freshly defining latest career paths taken confidently backed strong determination portrayed amid natural tenacity prevailing internally guiding winning straightforwardly together.

Remember: there’s no commitment involved in learning more about your legal rights during such demanding times. With compassion and patience, we’re ready to listen to your situation and provide tailored advice based on your circumstances. Click on the button below for a free evaluation of you case – let us determine its worth to begin working on obtaining it. Let’s face this challenge together – Because at Carlson Bier everyone deserves justice served rightfully without compromise.

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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 Washington

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Focused on legal support for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Supplying professional legal assistance for patients of major burn injuries caused by accidents or negligence.

Physician Malpractice

Ensuring dedicated legal advice for persons affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Fault

Addressing cases involving faulty products, offering professional legal services to individuals affected by harmful products.

Senior Mistreatment

Supporting the rights of elders who have been subjected to neglect in nursing homes environments, ensuring restitution.

Fall & Stumble Occurrences

Adept in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking restitution for their suffering.

Newborn Harms

Supplying legal support for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Mishaps: Dedicated to supporting victims of car accidents obtain reasonable settlement for hurts and impairment.

Motorcycle Collisions

Specializing in providing legal assistance for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for losses.

Big Rig Accident

Extending specialist legal advice for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing just recompense for injuries.

Building Site Accidents

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

Cerebral Impairments

Expert in delivering expert legal services for clients suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Damages

Adept at dealing with cases for persons who have suffered traumas from dog bites or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Dedicated to legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Unfair Loss

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, extending caring and professional legal support to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Harm

Committed to assisting patients with backbone trauma, offering expert legal support to secure recovery.

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