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About Carlson Bier Associates

As a victim of Slip and Fall accidents, securing fair compensation requires proficient legal representation. Choose Carlson Bier – your sturdy ally in these demanding times. Our law firm has built a robust reputation within Westchester for fiercely advocating individuals injured due to unsafe premises conditions. We understand the complexity of Slip and Fall cases and utilize our vast experience to dissect truth from alibi meticulously. Over the past years, we have triumphantly navigated numerous cases resulting not just in lucrative settlements but also reinforcing safety protocols across establishments frequented by residents or visitors alike. With unequivocal commitment towards upholding rights and relentless pursuit for justice, Carlson Bier strives to bring forth every owed dollar on your behalf while providing emotional support throughout this ordeal rendering us as unbeatable choice for handling Slip And Fall Accidents lawsuits effectively. Trust in our expertise with no geographical boundaries; let’s ensure that negligence doesn’t go unchecked together!

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Westchester Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our commitment to protect justice finds its most potent expression when we champion the rights of personal injury victims. Our practiced expertise within the field of slip and fall accidents has earned us a reputation for achieving favorable outcomes on behalf of clients throughout Illinois. Offering unparalleled legal representation, we tirelessly strive to ensure your experiences are acknowledged legally and you’re adequately compensated for your injuries.

Slip and fall accidents are occurrences common in our daily lives due to various hazards such as slippery surfaces, uneven floors, poor lighting among many others. However, what separates an unfortunate incident from a compensable accident is inherent in the legal intricacies that define negligence or liability. In order to establish these elements in a slip-and-fall lawsuit under premises liability law; several factors must be proven including:

• The existence of a dangerous condition leading to the fall.

• The owner’s knowledge about this hazardous situation.

• Failure on part of property owner or occupier to correct ontoward conditions.

The aforementioned points underscore the importance of working with an attorney deeply conversant with personal injury law, who can strategize effectively when faced with complex slip-and-fall cases –such as those available at Carlson Bier.

Understanding the startling impacts that unanticipated falls can have on your life isn’t just about sympathizing with physical pain endured. We recognize implications beyond immediate bodily harm: missed workdays leading to lost wages, accumulating medical bills culminating into financial distress; emotional trauma manifesting into decreased quality-of-life…your struggle often extends much farther than physical injuries. Ensuring access to just compensation following these debilitating incidents is critical – it’s here where we step up advocating aggressively for your rights under Illinois laws.

Our guarantee at Carlson Bier is providing comprehensive assistance every step along this strenuous journey while armed with granular workplace knowledge and refined litigation techniques unique to our attorneys trained specifically for slip-and-fall cases. Your peace-of-mind remains paramount during this ordeal. We let our determined actions assure you that your case is not just another file in our office; it’s a commitment we take personally to bring justice for you.

Delving into the scene of slip-and-fall accidents, assembling substantial evidence, confronting insurance companies with formidable conviction… all while ensuring communicative transparency with clients form integral parts of our practical methodology here at Carlson Bier. When you engage us, you’re engaging staunch legal allies who make your battles theirs too.

While physicians attend to physical wounds resulting from slip-and-fall disasters; financial compensation remains an essential medical aid for your life bruises and aftershocks too. And as we emphasize above – what empowers plaintiffs to extract this compensation more certainly, more confidently is partnering up with skillful attorneys such as ours here at Carlson Bier.

We invite you now to venture further: discover firsthand how our expertise extends beyond mere words articulated eloquently on this page… explore the prospect of receiving robust legal representation by commencing a calculated pursuit for fair compensation after suffering unanticipated personal injury due to slip-fall incidents. You may be one click away from acquiring fully the rightful remunerations heading toward rebuilding life damaged unjustifiably. Thus, we encourage: proceed immediately below – find out genuinely what worth-value your case might have waiting simply around the corner when defended unstintingly by committed advocates – yourself partnered along adeptly honed winning-attorneys at Carlson Bier!

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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 Westchester

Bike Crashes

Specializing in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or risky conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Extending specialist legal services for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or carelessness.

Medical Malpractice

Extending experienced legal representation for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Obligation

Handling cases involving defective products, delivering expert legal guidance to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Neglect

Protecting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring restitution.

Tumble and Trip Injuries

Specialist in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal services to sufferers seeking recovery for their losses.

Birth Injuries

Delivering legal support for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Incidents

Mishaps: Devoted to assisting victims of car accidents gain appropriate payout for hurts and destruction.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Expert in providing legal advice for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

Semi Crash

Ensuring professional legal support for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for losses.

Worksite Crashes

Committed to representing workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Neurological Injuries

Committed to providing specialized legal advice for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Canine Attack Damages

Adept at tackling cases for clients who have suffered wounds from puppy bites or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Accidents

Specializing in legal services for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Demise

Striving for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, supplying compassionate and experienced legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Dedicated to representing victims with backbone trauma, offering professional legal services to secure justice.

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