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Slip and Fall accidents can happen unexpectedly, leading to severe injuries or even loss of lives. Pursuing compensation for these losses requires the expertise of adept legal professionals who possess an in-depth understanding of personal injury law nuances. In this regard, Carlson Bier emerges as a superior choice for individuals needing legal advice on Slip And Fall accidents. With a robust team well-versed in Illinois laws pertaining to personal injury cases, we champion the rights of accident victims with tenacity and professionalism. Our cited success stories reflect our dedication to securing maximum compensation possible for every client we represent. We realize that after such distressing incidents, it’s crucial to have reliable representation by your side during the pursuit of justice; hence Carlson Bier aligns its efforts meticulously towards each detail surrounding your case providing personalized attention – asserting why we are one valuable consideration when seeking consultation over Slip And Fall Accidents matters.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Wilsonville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the devastating impact that slip and fall accidents can have on individuals in Illinois. As personal injury attorneys with years of experience serving clients across our state, we are well-equipped to handle even the most complex cases relating to premises liability.

Slip and fall accidents typically occur when property owners or managers neglect their duty to maintain safe environments for residents, employees, or visitors. The resulting injuries from these preventable incidents can range from minor abrasions to serious trauma such as spinal cord injuries or concussions.

Understanding Slip and Fall Cases:

– They involve an individual slipping (or tripping) and falling due to a hazardous condition on someone else’s property.

– Liability hinges upon demonstrating negligence; it must be shown that the owner was aware (or reasonably should have been) of hazardous conditions but failed to mitigate them

– Typical case scenarios include slippery floors due to spills or cleaning, uneven surfaces, broken stairs, poorly lit areas etc.

Your rights as an injured party in a slip and fall accident are protected by laws designed to hold negligent parties accountable. If you’re considering seeking legal recourse for your injuries sustained in a slip-and-fall scenario, take note of these key elements:

– The Severity of Injuries: Mild sprains could result in medical bills and missed work time while severe head traumas could necessitate ongoing treatments and therapies.

– Proof of Negligence: Gathering evidence such as photos or videos showing the dangerous conditions can support your claim.

– Timeliness: It’s important not only for medical reasons but also legal ones; filing a case too late might jeopardize its validity due to statutes of limitation.

Carlson Bier distinctly stands apart through our commitment towards providing comprehensive services till justice is served. We guide you every step of the way – starting from compiling necessary documents like accident reports & witness testimonials to determining fair compensation value encompassing aspects such as lost earning capability, emotional distress and more.

We pride ourselves on our compassionate approach to client service. Our legal team is always available to offer guidance and answer questions. We take time to understand your situation, concerns, goals, guiding you through the intricate process while strategically developing a plan that aligns with your best interests.

The dream of a safe community free from negligence spurs us towards achieving maximum compensation for victims of slip and fall accidents. Remember, personal injury issues are sensitive; they not only involve physical pain but also financial strain and psychological trauma. A quick chat with one of our skilled attorneys can be the first step toward healing and getting your life back on track post-accident

We encourage those who have sustained injuries due to slip-and-fall accidents in Illinois and are seeking justice coupled with monetary alleviation, click on the button below. Let us help you deduce what your case is truly worth based on an unprejudiced assessment rooted in years of litigation experience specific to injury law. Take this crucial first step towards reclaiming control over your circumstances today!

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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 Wilsonville

Pedal Cycle Mishaps

Expert in legal representation for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others' lack of care or perilous conditions.

Fire Injuries

Offering adept legal support for people of major burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Medical Malpractice

Offering professional legal advice for persons affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Obligation

Addressing cases involving defective products, offering professional legal help to individuals affected by defective items.

Elder Malpractice

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to misconduct in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Tumble & Slip Accidents

Expert in handling tumble accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking compensation for their losses.

Newborn Traumas

Delivering legal help for loved ones affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Accidents

Accidents: Focused on supporting patients of car accidents secure fair remuneration for hurts and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Focused on providing representation for riders involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

Semi Incident

Ensuring expert legal representation for persons involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for hurts.

Construction Site Mishaps

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

Brain Traumas

Dedicated to offering dedicated legal advice for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Traumas

Expertise in dealing with cases for people who have suffered harms from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Focused on legal representation for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Unfair Death

Fighting for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, providing understanding and adept legal services to ensure fairness.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Dedicated to representing clients with paralysis, offering specialized legal assistance to secure settlement.

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