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About Carlson Bier Associates

When involved in a car accident, securing just compensation may require rigorous representation from seasoned attorneys. The Carlson Bier law firm brings professional Personal Injury Lawyers at your service with unmatched expertise in handling Car Accidents claims and cases. Our legal team is versed in the intricacies of local Illinois laws that directly play into case negotiations and courtroom battles. Rooted firmly within the state, we understand Wheaton residents’ plight when they fall victim to unfortunate road incidents better than most, even if our physical presence isn’t established there. When you choose Carlson Bier as your trusted partner for dealing with Car Accidents suits, you opt not only for extensive result-driven experience but also compassion that puts clients first – driving us toward obtaining rightful restitution you deserve! Trust your defense to none but the best – trust it to Carlson Bier; because nothing less would suffice when justice rests on balance.

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Car Accidents Lawyers in Wheaton Illinois

Welcome to the Carlson Bier law firm, your trusted Illinois-based personal injury attorneys with profound knowledge and vast experience in handling cases pertaining to Car Accidents. Our legal practice thrives on a foundation of honesty, integrity, compassion, and astute professionalism. We perceive every car accident case as unique from others, comprehending the specific nuances involved leading us toward successful resolution.

Car accidents occur so often that they comprise a significant part of our law practice. Inadequate road maintenance, reckless driving, violation of traffic rules or vehicle malfunction are just a few probable causes that lead to such unfortunate incidents. The aftermath may result in physical injuries which could be minor scrapes and bruises or severe life-altering conditions like spinal cord injuries or even traumatic brain injuries. Moreover, mental stress due to loss of job capabilities and financial burdens resulting from expensive medical treatments can add further distress.

• Extensive Experience: Our seasoned legal team has handled hundreds of auto accident cases across Illinois over numerous years.

• Detailed Investigations: We conduct meticulous investigations into all aspects surrounding the incident for building a robust case.

• Medical Assistance: We understand navigating complex medical terminologies might seem arduous; we simplify it while assessing true compensation costs.

• Regular Updates: You will always stay informed about every new development concerning your case.

It’s also imperative to understand the dynamics revolving around liability determination post-auto accidents in Illinois- this state follows at-fault car insurance laws stipulating that the errant party is primarily responsible for compensating any harm done because of their negligence. If you’re involved in an accident caused due to someone else’s fault but didn’t possess required vehicle coverage during that time; recovering any damages might become challenging even if not impossible legally speaking.

Furthermore, Illinois operates under Modified Comparative Negligence laws where if you’re partially responsible for the crash then total damage recovery amount would decrease proportionately based on percentage culpability apportioned by court jury. As your trusted personal injury attorneys, we ensure all these factors are thoroughly addressed pulling up the strength of your case even during intricate situations.

Throughout our tenure within personal injury legal practice, we have remained resourceful and strategic in outlining comprehensive claim processes – right from gathering necessary forms to filing them on time ensuring due compliance with Illinois’ statute of limitations and fault laws. Our tactful negotiation skills used during settlement discussions to ensure just compensation amounts are awarded can make significant difference at respective outcomes too. Remember, Carlson Bier law firm stands next to you throughout every single step taken through this journey toward recovery.

In addition to a vast array of car accident-related services provided by us, please understand there remains a possibility where opting for trial might be deemed beneficial rather than going ahead with settlement meeting if it’s held under unjust terms reflecting lesser compensation value compared against actual harm inflicted upon victim. At such instances, we function as staunch advocates fighting vigorously for rightfully deserved compensations in courtrooms across Illinois.

Suffered a car crash lately? You deserve an attorney who understands every aspect relevant to auto accidents along with corresponding legalities radiating through this landscape. Don’t keep guessing; leverage Carlson Bier’s collective experience gained over decades spent practicing personal injury law especially targeted toward car wrecks across entire Illinois region.

Take immediate action! We invite you to take full advantage of our free consultation service assuring strict confidentiality alongside empathetic understanding towards your situation while helping uncover facts leading us closer toward drafting best possible strategy meant specifically for resolving unique needs arising out of your case.

Please feel encouraged clicking on the button below leading you towards finding more about how much possibly could be claimed under your specific circumstances. Accidents do occur unpredictingly but choosing correct course afterward needn’t fall under same category – let experienced professionals handle complexities so that you can focus solely upon restoring normalcy back into life again. Trust and let us build together an empowering future filled with justice and hope.

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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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Car Accident FAQ​

The most common causes of car accidents in Chicago include:

  • Driver negligence: This includes distracted driving, speeding, and failing to yield.
  • Road conditions: Potholes, uneven pavement, and other road hazards can cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles.
  • Vehicle defects: Defective vehicles can cause accidents in a variety of ways.
  • Weather conditions: Rain, snow, and ice can make roads slick and dangerous.

If you are involved in a car 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.
  • Exchange information with the other driver. Get their name, address, insurance information, and license plate number.
  • 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.
  • Report the accident to the police. This will create a record of the accident and help you get help if you need it.
  • Contact a car accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a car 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 driver who caused your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a car 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.

In a car 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.

     

    Property damage: This includes the cost of repairing or replacing your vehicle.

    Punitive damages: These damages are awarded to punish the defendant for egregious or reckless conduct.

The statute of limitations for car 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 Wheaton

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

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

Thermal Injuries

Supplying expert legal advice for victims of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Physician Misconduct

Offering professional legal support for victims affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Items Responsibility

Addressing cases involving unsafe products, extending specialist legal guidance to clients affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Malpractice

Defending the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Slip & Slip Injuries

Adept in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking restitution for their losses.

Neonatal Damages

Delivering legal aid for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Mishaps

Incidents: Devoted to assisting clients of car accidents obtain equitable settlement for injuries and destruction.

Motorbike Mishaps

Expert in providing representation for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

Semi Accident

Offering experienced legal assistance for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair recompense for damages.

Construction Site Crashes

Engaged in defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Cognitive Damages

Committed to offering compassionate legal assistance for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Traumas

Adept at addressing cases for individuals who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Specializing in legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Wrongful Death

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and adept legal representation to ensure redress.

Vertebral Impairment

Specializing in defending victims with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal services to secure recovery.

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