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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the aftermath of a car accident, securing the services of an experienced attorney is vital. Carlson Bier offers unrivaled legal representation in Worden and across Illinois. We specialize in auto accident litigation, bringing considerable expertise that ensures justice for our clients affected by someone else’s neglectful conduct on the road. Our robust track record showcases consistent success in obtaining rightful compensations for medical expenses, lost earnings, vehicle repairs or replacement costs and other damages associated with car accidents. As dedicated advocates at Carlson Bier, we navigate complex insurance claims to attain optimal outcomes without imposing undue stress on you during this challenging time. We are fluent in Illinois’ intricate roadway laws which puts us in a superlative position to fight tenaciously for your rights while holding negligent parties accountable for their actions legally and financially.Our professionals exhibit exceptional dedication towards every case taken providing guidance throughout each step to help you make well-informed decisions about critical issues affecting your claim.Who better than Carlson Bier when seeking superior car accident legal counsel?

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Car Accident Lawyers in Worden Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, your reliable and professional personal injury law firm in Illinois. As personal injury attorneys, we specialize in car accidents among our wide array of legal services. Car accidents are unfortunately a frequent occurrence on our roads today – as such, it is vital for you to understand the complexities involved in these incidents and how you can protect your rights.

There are millions of vehicles traversing U.S roadways daily. The sheer volume contributes significantly to the risk and incidence of car accidents occurring. These mishaps range from minor fender benders to life-altering collisions that can result in serious injuries or even death. It’s important for everyone to have an understanding of the potential causes which include reckless driving, speeding, alcohol-impaired driving, distracted driving (such as texting while driving), sleep deprivation and weather conditions among others.

Another critical factor worth noting is the tireless work by officials and safety advocates who continue their efforts towards improving vehicle safety features as well as establishing stringent traffic rules designed to ensure safer roadway environment for all users — pedestrians, cyclists, motorists alike:

– Immediate medical attention should always be sought after a crash even if there are no visible symptoms since some injuries might manifest later.

– Gather information like driver details (license plate number, driver’s license number); witness contact details; vehicle descriptions; photos/vidoes of accident scene etc.

– Always report auto crashes immediately regardless of perceived severity.

– Take note never admit fault whether partial or full at the accident scene.

As car accident attorneys based in Illinois with years of experience under our belt; we understand applicable laws involving these situations inside-out including intricacies surrounding insurance claims procedures — both private sector ones government-funded schemes too — so rest assured that your case will be treated utmost professionalism seriousness required.

At Carlson Bier our job entails providing clients with comprehensive legal advice specific cases they’re embroiled under process walking them through necessary steps commence any litigation process. We negotiate on behalf of our clients with insurance companies and at-fault parties, fight for maximum compensation they rightfully deserve due to accident related losses such as medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, property damages income losses among others.

Behind every successful personal injury case is the sheer determination and expertise of a dedicated attorney – this is what we bring to your corner when you opt for Carlson Bier. Our proficient team of lawyers will tirelessly work on your case ensuring that all accident-related stressors are significantly reduced while affording our clients much-needed time and space to recuperate from sustained injuries amidst supportive loved ones.

Knowledge is power – We invite every visitor exploring our site to revel in the wealth of information shared herein concerning personal injury legal matters more so car accidents; informative empowering piece meant enlighten readers about important facts pertaining subject matter hand ultimately guide them towards making informed choices regarding their unique needs in this aspect.

Navigating through aftermath car crashes can be emotionally mentally challenging without guidance highly skilled professional yet empathetic attorney who understands gravity situation — one listens attentively details client’s ordeal truly concerned about their well-being …that’s what you find 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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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 Worden

Cycling Accidents

Dedicated to legal support for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' lack of care or risky conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Offering expert legal assistance for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by incidents or recklessness.

Hospital Incompetence

Providing dedicated legal assistance for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Liability

Handling cases involving problematic products, supplying professional legal assistance to individuals affected by harmful products.

Aged Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to neglect in nursing homes environments, ensuring fairness.

Tumble and Slip Injuries

Specialist in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to persons seeking recovery for their damages.

Infant Harms

Offering legal aid for households affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Auto Accidents

Collisions: Dedicated to guiding patients of car accidents receive appropriate remuneration for wounds and losses.

Bike Collisions

Committed to providing legal assistance for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring justice for injuries.

Semi Collision

Delivering adept legal support for victims involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for damages.

Building Site Collisions

Dedicated to advocating for staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Neurological Damages

Focused on ensuring dedicated legal representation for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Traumas

Proficient in handling cases for victims who have suffered damages from dog bites or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Committed to legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering compensation.

Wrongful Death

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and adept legal representation to ensure justice.

Neural Harm

Committed to advocating for persons with spinal cord injuries, offering expert legal representation to secure compensation.

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