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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the unpredictable aftermath of a car accident, you need skilled legal representation to endeavor for your rights, secure due compensation and guide you in navigating the complex system. In choosing Carlson Bier, an illustrious personal injury law firm from Illinois, your interests are in professional, adept hands. Highly respected nationwide for their standout experience in auto accident cases and relentless pursuit of justice on behalf of clients affected by others’ negligence on the roadways– choosing Carlson Bier is a strategically sound decision bound to have significant implications on your case outcome. Their attorneys understand every nuance of auto accident laws locally and regionally—giving them an edge when defending your case. Services extend beyond mere litigation; receive comprehensive support through each stage—from insurance negotiations down to trial proceedings if required—their commitment doesn’t waver till they pursue maximum deserved recovery assiduously for their client’s well-being while upholding each jurisdiction’s regulations diligently ensuring seamless representation.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Bismarck Illinois

Carlson Bier, a seasoned personal injury law firm based in Illinois, is dedicated to delivering trusted legal services aimed at providing justice for individuals grappling with the aftermath of car accidents. Understanding the devastating impacts of such unfortunate events on your life, we exhibit supreme commitment towards offering legal counsel and effective court representation that can successfully navigate you through the complexities of pursuing compensation.

Now more than ever, it’s indeed critical to comprehend the magnitude and different aspects of car accident laws which govern our state. This not only gives you full awareness but also empowers you when faced with an automobile mishap. At Carlson Bier, we tenaciously stand behind educating our clients regarding these principles.

In this realm, let us now divert our focus towards crucial insights into car accidents. Firstly, every car accident involves varied dimensions including liable parties, types and extent of injuries sustained thereby influencing how each case unfolds. Secondly, every claim has its unique worth determined by numerous factors like culpability degree, medical expenses accrued due to physical damages and other peripheral costs resulting from emotional suffering or loss of work capacity.

Additionally:

– The timeframe allocated to lodging an accident claim in Illinois is within two years commencing from when the event occurred.

– A victim is entitled to seek damages even if their actions may have partially contributed to causing the accident under modified comparative negligence doctrine.

– In instances where insurance companies employ tactics to deny rightful settlements or delay payments unnecessarily; seeking out reputable legal assistance becomes indispensable.

– Regardless if your situation demands negotiation prowess or litigation competency – professional lawyers are outfitted with knowledge and experience necessary for both fields ensuring better odds at receiving justified compensation.

At Carlson Bier advocating for victims’ rights forms an integral part of our practice’s foundation which spans decades in terms championing personal injury cases revolving around car accidents across diverse spectrums. Each client gets directly paired with one of our expert attorneys who then dedicates themselves wholeheartedly towards protecting their rights and securing the highest possible compensation to alleviate their predicament.

Our comprehensive approach encompasses not just offering legal representation but also assisting you through managing arduous medical records, establishing robust proof verifying liability, and dealing with relentless insurance companies. The goal remains providing undiluted expertise ensuring your claims process progresses smoothly while you focus entirely on recovery.

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Indeed, understanding car accident intricacies can be overwhelming initially; it’s quite common to have lingering questions regarding various facets related to this issue haunting your peace of mind. Therefore, we’ve assembled a team of seasoned attorneys always ready and available online or over the phone for immediate consultation connecting with potential clients at their earliest convenience.

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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 Bismarck

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Proficient in legal advocacy for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' negligence or risky conditions.

Scald Traumas

Extending expert legal help for patients of grave burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Healthcare Misconduct

Ensuring dedicated legal representation for clients affected by hospital malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Fault

Dealing with cases involving faulty products, providing professional legal assistance to customers affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Neglect

Representing the rights of elders who have been subjected to neglect in senior centers environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble & Stumble Occurrences

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

Childbirth Wounds

Delivering legal support for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Incidents

Crashes: Focused on helping sufferers of car accidents receive just recompense for damages and destruction.

Scooter Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal advice for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for traumas.

18-Wheeler Incident

Offering experienced legal support for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful recompense for hurts.

Worksite Collisions

Focused on representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Neurological Injuries

Specializing in delivering compassionate legal advice for patients suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Damages

Specialized in managing cases for people who have suffered harms from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Jogger Mishaps

Dedicated to legal support for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Unjust Fatality

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, offering caring and skilled legal services to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Injury

Committed to advocating for patients with spinal cord injuries, offering expert legal support to secure justice.

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