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About Carlson Bier Associates

When dealing with products liability cases, it is crucial to engage a proficient attorney group. Look no further than Carlson Bier for your needs in Central, well-versed in Illinois law and experienced in representing clients across diverse case scenarios. The team specialises in products liability litigation combining expertise that ensures proper representation whether you’ve sustained injuries from defective goods or harmful substances. Clients regard Carlson Bier as the go-to firm for these specific cases because they have consistently exhibited top-notch advocacy skills on their behalf. Their impressive track record speaks volumes about their commitment to providing excellent legal services tailored to each client’s unique circumstances surrounding hazardous product exposure or harm incurred due to faulty merchandise usage. No case is too intricate; assures audacious yet cautious approaches towards achieving favorable outcomes for all involved parties! Products Liability Law can be complex, but you deserve nothing less than the premier professionalism of Carlson Bier protecting your interests today.

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Products Liability Lawyers in Central Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we stand at the forefront of personal injury law in Illinois. Our professional team is committed to representing individuals who have been injured or experienced loss as a result of product-related mishaps. We understand all too well that products designed to make life easier and more enjoyable sometimes fail and cause harm instead. It’s critical to grasp this kind of situation clearly from a legal perspective; so let’s delve into some key points about Products Liability.

Product liability refers to a manufacturer or seller being held liable for delivering a defective product into consumers’ hands. The range of these defective goods could stretch anywhere from faulty car parts causing accidents, medical devices leading to health complications, toys endangering children’s safety, cosmetics inducing allergic reactions – literally any product used in our day-to-day lives has the potential to be unsafe. It becomes essential therefore for companies to ensure their goods are safe for consumption, and use.

There are three crucial varieties of Product Liability:

• Design Defects: These occur when an entire line of products is intrinsically dangerous due to improper design.

• Manufacturing Defects: Here, individual instances within an otherwise unproblematic line suffer defects during production.

• Failure To Warn (also referred to as marketing defects): In instances where adequate warnings or instructions were not provided alongside a possibly hazardous product.

In contrary situations when there is injury or damage caused due to the abovementioned factors, companies can be subject legally responsible; it signifies they’ve breached their duty of care towards customers. This breach positions you – the injured party – with valid grounds for seeking compensation through a Products Liability case filed by seasoned attorneys like us at Carlson Bier.

Filing successful claims does involve intricate processes and requires expertise usually beyond most victims` knowledge base hence making consultation with an expert attorney indispensable. Importantly we navigate hurdles such as Statute Of Limitations i.e., timely filing your claim before legislature-barred deadlines expire and Tactical Consideration wielding our legal arsenal shrewdly for maximum strategic advantage in your representation.

Every Carlson Bier Personal Injury attorney has an ingrained ethos of fighting relentlessly for justice diminishing all distress by securing rightful redress. We compassionately handle the legal prosaic allowing you to focus entirely on recouping your well-being. No circumstance is too complex, and no corporation too monumental when it comes to upholding your rights.

At Carlson Bier, we take pride in providing not just valuable but exceptional service to every client – with care, commitment, and confidence that defines us as industry leaders. Driven by genuine concern, extensive expertise and a meticulous approach we aim at the best possible outcomes allied with highest damages rewards for our clients.

We understand that financial compensation cannot erase physical or emotional trauma but it can help offset medical bills, deal with lost wages due to incapacitation or inability to work aside from compensating overall pain and suffering experienced. Frame this within context making your accident a little less burdensome through potential damage recovery via reward claims becoming invaluable.

Steer yourself towards a free non-obligatory consultative discourse where our proficient team will assess merits of your case understanding unique intricacies involved laying grounds for potential claim value substantiation. Your fight becomes ours as we navigate through murky waters of product liability litigation bearing you towards rightful resolution Remember every step made toward rights restoration embarks you onto journey’s end armed aptly against adversities causing injury ensuring you aren’t just seen but heard lending voice unto rightful demand.

Click on the button below and let’s get started on discovering how much your case truly is worth – together at Carlson Bier! Because here we believe Justice Served Isn’t Merely Reclaimed Rights But Revived 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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Product Liability FAQ​

Product liability is the legal responsibility of manufacturers, distributors, sellers, and suppliers for injuries caused by defective products.

The three main types of product liability claims are:

  • Manufacturing defects: These defects occur during the manufacturing process and cause the product to be unsafe.
  • Design defects: These defects exist in the design of the product and make it inherently unsafe.
  • Marketing defects: These defects occur when the manufacturer or seller fails to adequately warn consumers about the dangers of the product.

The signs and symptoms of a product liability injury can vary depending on the type of product that caused the injury. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Physical injuries: These could include cuts, bruises, burns, fractures, and other injuries.
  • Property damage: This could include damage to your home, car, or other belongings.
  • Economic losses: These could include lost wages, medical expenses, and other financial losses.

The treatment options for product liability injuries will vary depending on the severity of the injuries. However, some common treatment options include:

  • Surgery: Surgery may be required to repair injuries that were caused by a defective product.
  • Physical therapy: Physical therapy may be required to help patients regain their strength and mobility after suffering an injury.
  • Occupational therapy: Occupational therapy may be required to help patients learn to perform activities of daily living after suffering an injury.
  • Medications: Medications may be required to treat pain and other symptoms of product liability injuries.

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit for a product liability injury if you have been injured due to a defective product. A product liability lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

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Areas of Practice in Central

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Specializing in legal support for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others' indifference or risky conditions.

Flame Damages

Providing specialist legal help for individuals of serious burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Healthcare Carelessness

Delivering dedicated legal representation for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Goods Responsibility

Dealing with cases involving defective products, providing expert legal guidance to clients affected by faulty goods.

Senior Mistreatment

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to malpractice in nursing homes environments, ensuring fairness.

Tumble & Stumble Injuries

Specialist in handling slip and fall accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking redress for their damages.

Birth Harms

Extending legal support for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in infant injuries.

Auto Collisions

Collisions: Concentrated on assisting patients of car accidents get just payout for damages and destruction.

Motorbike Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal services for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

18-Wheeler Accident

Ensuring expert legal representation for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for damages.

Construction Site Collisions

Engaged in representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or negligence.

Cerebral Impairments

Dedicated to offering professional legal representation for patients suffering from head injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Damages

Expertise in handling cases for people who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or wildlife encounters.

Pedestrian Mishaps

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

Unjust Death

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and skilled legal support to ensure restitution.

Backbone Damage

Expert in supporting individuals with spine impairments, offering expert legal assistance to secure settlement.

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