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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you need a proficient team to handle Slip And Fall Accidents in West Englewood, Carlson Bier is an impeccable choice. As experienced personal injury lawyers, we leverage deep-seated knowledge of Illinois laws and tactical acumen for your benefit. We understand how debilitating slip and fall accidents can be – from physical injuries to financial burdens, the consequences are often overwhelming. At Carlson Bier, we exhibit unyielding commitment towards investigating the circumstances leading to these accidents and work assiduously in pursuit of fair compensation for our clients. While diligently advocating your legal rights, we deploy personalized strategies that align with each case’s unique peculiarities. Furthermore, our competence isn’t measured merely by victories; client satisfaction stands as our benchmark for success seeing us dubbed trusted defenders within Slip And Fall Accident litigation circles. In essence, selecting Carlson Bier infers choosing a remarkable blend of expertise bred over years of practice ensuring that navigation through complex legal processes becomes somewhat seamless due to excellent representation—your best consideration amidst challenging times..

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in West Englewood Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we’re a dedicated group of personal injury attorneys accredited in Illinois. We are seasoned professionals who have impressive experience investigating and litigating slip and fall accidents from all angles. At the heart of our practice is a commitment to delivering thoroughly researched, detailed educational content about these occurrences to empower potential claimants with the knowledge they need.

Slip and fall accidents are often thought of as minor matters; however, they frequently result in severe injuries that can leave individuals crippled physically, emotionally, and financially. These types of accidents encompass instances wherein a person slips or trips on another person’s property due to unsafe conditions or negligence by the owner. Such incidents can transpire at various locations – shopping malls, grocery stores, private residences, public sidewalks.

A few key aspects regarding slip and fall cases include:

•Establishing Fault: This revolves around proving that the accident occurred due to an unsafe condition for which the property owner should have been aware but failed to rectify.

•Statute Of Limitations: In Illinois, you have two years from the date of your accident to file a slip-and-fall lawsuit.

•Comparative Negligence: If you share some part of blame in your incident(s), any compensation awarded could be reduced accordingly.

Navigating through legal complexities when dealing with such cases may seem intimidating. Our team at Carlson Bier strives to simplify this process by providing prospective clients with comprehensive insights into what it takes for their cases to succeed effectively.

There remains an urgent requirement for those affected by these incidents not only understand their rights but also how crucial prompt action proves once faced with such predicaments. At times delaying legal advice may lead towards unintentionally leaving essential details out while reporting an incident or missing important deadlines thereby potentially forfeiting one’s right to claim damages fully.

As your choice representatives in case regulations surrounding slip-and-fall incidents take precedence over others because understanding parties held legally liable varies per situation. For instance, modified comparative fault rules in Illinois imply plaintiffs responsible for their own injuries (up to a certain extent) will have their damages reduced by the percentage of their fault assigned.

Our team at Carlson Bier sufficiently articulates these nuances and more when pursuing your personal injury claims. Simultaneously, we advocate strongly to establish the legal accountability of those whose negligence lead towards you or a loved one sustaining injuries after slipping and falling.

Furthermore, we’ve garnered recognition for our intricate understanding of legalities & ramifications also securing full compensation encompassing punitive damages incurred due to pain and suffering stemming from such accidents.

Whether it’s deciphering complex jargon or ensuring documentation is addressed appropriately, our practice emphasizes transparency coupled with an unwavering dedication that extends well beyond expectations placed upon traditional attorney-client relationships, consequently keeping your best interests at heart continually.

We invite you today towards exploring just how much your case may be worth by taking advantage of our free evaluation tool provided below. Remember that every claim differs; facts surrounding individual incidents prove pivotal while assessing potential outcomes realistically. By clicking on the button articulated beneath, uncover what may potentially become yours once deciding upon seizing control over personal circumstances existing currently using professional guidance furnished courtesy of Carlson Bier – renowned law firm servicing locales throughout Illinois effectively barring West Englewood due to restrictions stipulated by state law against such practices.

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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 Englewood

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Specializing in legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' lack of care or dangerous conditions.

Fire Injuries

Extending expert legal assistance for people of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Medical Malpractice

Ensuring experienced legal assistance for patients affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Accountability

Handling cases involving unsafe products, providing specialist legal support to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Misconduct

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in aged care environments, ensuring fairness.

Fall and Slip Occurrences

Adept in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to individuals seeking restitution for their damages.

Neonatal Wounds

Delivering legal help for households affected by medical negligence resulting in infant injuries.

Motor Incidents

Accidents: Concentrated on aiding patients of car accidents secure equitable recompense for wounds and harm.

Motorbike Accidents

Committed to providing legal advice for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for losses.

Truck Incident

Delivering professional legal assistance for persons involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for harms.

Worksite Collisions

Committed to defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Head Impairments

Committed to ensuring professional legal support for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

Canine Attack Injuries

Specialized in addressing cases for persons who have suffered traumas from puppy bites or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Incidents

Specializing in legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering claims.

Unjust Demise

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and professional legal services to ensure redress.

Spine Injury

Dedicated to defending clients with vertebral damage, offering compassionate legal representation to secure settlement.

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