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About Carlson Bier Associates

Having encountered a car accident in Burnham, choosing the right attorney is paramount. Trust Carlson Bier, an expert personal injury law firm based in Illinois with your case. We understand the physical and emotional devastation that a car accident can result into, hence we relentlessly fight for full compensation deserved by our clients. Witnessing many cases across Illinois has equipped us with expansive knowledge to establish fault swiftly and accurately even if you feel partially responsible for the accident. Our experienced team on board scrutinizes every aspect of your claim considering all possible damages – from medical bills to pain suffering including any reduced quality of life due to injuries incurred during an auto collision incident. Backed up by an impressive track record of advocating for injured victims successfully against insurance companies using strategic negotiation methods or litigation when needed reflects our sheer dedication towards justice . Choose Carlson Bier as your legal advocate following motor vehicle accidents involving profound understanding , compassion and relentless pursuit of justice without any compromise.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Burnham Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the daunting emotional and financial toll a car accident can inflict on your life. Our experienced team of personal injury attorneys works tirelessly to guide you through these highly challenging times. As an Illinois-based law firm, we have deep-rooted expertise handling numerous complex car accident cases with utmost tactfulness, dedication, and competence.

Car accidents often bring about unforeseen difficulties and struggles, hence seeking legal assistance becomes critical. Our attorney group excels at understanding each unique situation and pursuing appropriate legal remedies for the victims. We make it our mission to ensure the unfavorable scenario does not exacerbate any further due to lack of proper information or guidance.

Understanding your case’s severity is vital in determining the compensation that could potentially be awarded to offset some of the burden incurred as a result of the incident:

– Property Damage: This includes damage caused to vehicles involved in a collision.

– Personal Injury: Injuries sustained during an accident may warrant various medical treatments leading to considerable costs.

– Emotional Distress/ Pain & Suffering: Depending upon its extent, victims may also qualify for compensations related to pain & suffering or emotional distress.

– Wrongful Death: If losing a loved one in an accident, know that wrongful death suits are available for immediate family members.

The above are just some indicators of the potential compensation parts in your claim process. What makes us stand out is our skilled approach towards acquiring maximum possible compensation benefits for our clients by meticulously documenting all expenses associated with their accidents. Every aspect such as professional consultation fees, therapy sessions fees together with incidental expenditures like travel fare — if relevant — are considered during this exercise.

In addition, we take immense pride in faithfully serving our clientele over decades without hingeing progress on upfront payments or retainers charges – another facet underlining how deeply committed we are towards upholding justice.

Remember that during these turbulent times, it is pivotal not only to focus on physical recovery but also to prioritize mental health. Coping with an accident is never easy; it can be a debilitating experience marked by feelings of loss, stress, and even guilt in some instances. We have established networks with mental health professionals who specialize in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) stemming from car accidents – for comprehensive victim care beyond just legal remedies.

Our attorney team also makes itself available around the clock to answer your queries and provide any necessary assistance. Every step you take towards restoration matters, and so does the crucial decision-making that shapes these steps’ effectiveness.

At Carlson Bier, our commitment is first towards your well-being before anything else. Our firm operates on the doctrine of empathy blended perfectly with skillful legal execution — safeguarding your rights while comforting your distress through honest counsel and uncompromising representation.

After curating an understanding of personal injury law provisions related to car accidents through this page, we strongly encourage you to gauge the potential worth of your unique case. Numerous clients have benefited immensely by shedding inhibitions and exploring what’s legally theirs in terms of compensation after an unfortunate incident.

Don’t allow doubts or confusion over bureaucratic complexities hinder your journey towards justice anymore. Be empowered; reach out for a consultation today sans hesitations or apprehensions whatsoever.

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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 Burnham

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Proficient in legal advocacy for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others's lack of care or risky conditions.

Thermal Injuries

Extending expert legal support for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by events or carelessness.

Hospital Negligence

Delivering dedicated legal services for victims affected by healthcare malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Merchandise Fault

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, extending specialist legal assistance to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Mistreatment

Protecting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to mistreatment in nursing homes environments, ensuring justice.

Slip and Stumble Occurrences

Specialist in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to victims seeking redress for their harm.

Newborn Harms

Offering legal assistance for kin affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Auto Collisions

Collisions: Committed to assisting victims of car accidents get equitable payout for hurts and damages.

Scooter Crashes

Dedicated to providing representation for motorcyclists involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

Big Rig Mishap

Providing adept legal representation for clients involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for injuries.

Building Site Accidents

Committed to assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or misconduct.

Head Impairments

Specializing in ensuring expert legal advice for clients suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Traumas

Skilled in handling cases for persons who have suffered wounds from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Accidents

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

Undeserved Demise

Advocating for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering empathetic and experienced legal assistance to ensure redress.

Backbone Harm

Focused on supporting victims with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure settlement.

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