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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to navigating the complex intricacies of slip and fall accidents in West Chicago, rely on Carlson Bier’s legal expertise. Our highly-qualified attorneys have vast experience skillfully representing clients who’ve suffered injuries due to hazardous conditions such as wet floors or uneven sidewalks leading to debilitating falls. We diligently work hand-in-hand with our clients, fervently advocating for their rights while endeavoring to recover maximum compensation for their losses. With an impressive track record in obtaining rightful settlements and winning trials, Carlson Bier has emerged as your go-to choice for handling personal injury cases intricate to these accidents. Excuses offered by premise owners often leave victims feeling invalidated; we stand firm against such dismissals ensuring justice is served rightfully so you can focus solely on recovery without bearing burdensome liabilities alone! Entrusting your case with us translates into leveraging a strategic partner vested deeply in safeguarding your interest – one diligently fighting corner-to-corner matching every defense move with tactical precision only delivered by seasoned professionals like at Carlson Bier.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in West Chicago Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we fully comprehend the complexities associated with Slip and Fall accidents – incidents that occur when a person slips, trips, or stumbles due to an unsafe condition on someone else’s property. This type of accident is classified under premise liability laws in Illinois. Our experience as personal injury attorneys has educated us immensely about these accidents’ intricacies and the legalities enveloping them.

These unfortunate incidents can ensue anywhere – be it at your workplace, shopping center, parking lot or even within apartment buildings. One might presume such occurrences are mere mishaps with minimal repercussions; however, that is far from reality. A Slip and Fall accident often leads to serious injuries ranging from fractures and sprains to traumatic brain injuries. Understanding this gravity informs our meticulous approach at Carlson Bier; we strive relentlessly for justice for all our clients.

Here are key points to understand about Slip and Fall accidents:

• They commonly occur due to uneven surfaces, wet floors, poorly lit areas, cracked pavements or malfunctioning escalators.

• Establishing fault proves challenging as it hinges upon convincingly demonstrating that the property owner knew (or reasonably should have known) about the dangerous condition but neglected correcting it timely.

• Insurance firms oftentimes attempt minimizing payouts by arguing comparative negligence – claiming you hold some responsibility for the accident.

• The timeframe available for filing legal action post such an occurrence falls within two years in Illinois.

Navigating through this maze of technicalities necessitates knowledgeable representation — something we at Carlson Bier take great pride in offering you. To employ an analogy aptly suited here: while one wouldn’t consider engaging in a medical procedure without seeking a proficient doctor’s guidance similarly advocational advice remains paramount after encountering a Slip and Fall accident.

Our accomplished team at Carlson Bier meticulously follows each case on its unique track which could involve carrying out investigations revealing irrefutable proof of negligence on part of the property owner leading up to your fall. These investigations help strengthen your case and maximize the settlement you are entitled to receive.

As strong proponents of public safety, we endeavor to bring attention to these common but often neglected hazards which have severe implications for unsuspecting victims. We truly believe that nobody should pay the price for someone else’s negligence or oversight. Thus, shedding light on this issue through our work is a concern close to our core values at Carlson Bier.

Our dedicated staff understands how traumatizing such accidents can be, and pledge unfaltering support during your trying times. While claiming insurance may seem overwhelming given the added physical anxieties of recovery from an injury, remember – you are not alone. In fact, we go beyond simply representing our clients in court; we partner them in their journey towards justice and recovery.

It doesn’t deserve a second thought when choosing statewide recognized personal injury attorneys like Carlson Bier who prioritize your best interests over all else. With us managing your legal matters, rest assured there will be no compromise on securing optimal results from insurers or those responsible proving negligent.

Inquisitive about what value your claim holds? Eager to learn what settlement you might be eligible for? Click the button below — it’s time to translate owed reparations into actual compensations with Carlson Bier by your side advocating unequivocally in favor of rightful claims! Learn today how much worth resounds within your case – after all, justice delayed is justice denied!

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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 West Chicago

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Proficient in legal support for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's indifference or risky conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Giving adept legal advice for patients of grave burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Physician Misconduct

Ensuring dedicated legal representation for victims affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Items Obligation

Managing cases involving dangerous products, providing professional legal guidance to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Neglect

Supporting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Fall & Trip Accidents

Expert in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal support to victims seeking justice for their harm.

Newborn Traumas

Providing legal guidance for loved ones affected by medical misconduct resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Collisions: Devoted to assisting individuals of car accidents obtain equitable payout for damages and destruction.

Motorbike Mishaps

Focused on providing legal advice for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring justice for traumas.

Big Rig Crash

Delivering adept legal representation for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair settlement for harms.

Construction Site Mishaps

Concentrated on representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or misconduct.

Cerebral Impairments

Expert in providing professional legal advice for victims suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Harms

Specialized in managing cases for victims who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Crashes

Expert in legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering claims.

Unjust Fatality

Standing up for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and skilled legal services to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Committed to assisting patients with backbone trauma, offering specialized legal assistance to secure settlement.

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