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About Carlson Bier Associates

When a construction site accident occurs in Coello, the aftermath can be life-altering. Carlson Bier, an esteemed personal injury law firm in Illinois, has significant expertise in this area of litigation. With their profound understanding of state regulations and safety measures often overlooked at construction sites, they ensure your rights are protected from all angles. Their knowledgeable attorneys deep-dive into every case with relentless dedication to uncover negligence or oversight that led to your unfortunate experience. Outstanding is their track record; numerous clients were seamlessly guided through the legal process until fair financial settlements were reached on their behalf – compensation for medical bills, lost wages and more importantly, pain and suffering endured due to such accidents. Committed as they are experienced – that’s Carlson Bier! Allow them to navigate complex legalities while you focus on recovery following a Construction Site Accident incident in Coello – reach out now for unparalleled representation within Illinois from the proven powerhouse that is Carlson Bier.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Coello Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the devastating consequences of a construction site accident. As personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, our expertise and knowledge lie in dealing with cases that involve injuries sustained at construction sites.

Construction sites are fraught with potential dangers – heavy machinery operation, elevated work environments, electrical hazards, just to name but a few. According to OSHA report records, one in five worker fatalities occurs from such sites and hundreds more suffer nonfatal accidents every year. The statistics imply how vital it is for employees as well as employers to be aware of safety measures required at these venues.

Injuries can often translate into substantial financial burdens due to medical costs, loss of income during recovery, or even permanent disabilities affecting future job prospects. Our goal at Carlson Bier is to ensure victims get full compensation for all damages incurred so they can focus on their healing process without any additional stressors.

• Worksite accident liability: Understanding who’s responsible for the incident is one of the first things you should know following an accident. Site owners, machinery manufacturers, or third-party contractors could potentially be held liable.

• Worker’s Compensation: Though this insurance may provide benefits after an accident at work, it does not cover all situations nor compensate fully for pain and suffering or long-term disability.

• Personal Injury Claims: If fault can established on someone else other than your employer (for example faulty equipment), then you may have grounds for filing a personal injury claim.

When handling cases involving construction site accidents:

The law firm striving towards obtaining maximum compensation includes but isn’t limited to:

• Current medical expenses

• Future medical costs linked with treatment and rehabilitation

• Loss of wages

• Diminished earning capacity

As the victim of a construction site accident in Illinois; your rights entitle you reliable legal representation —this informs our commitment at Carlson Bier. Our qualified legal team delves into exhaustive case-based research entails comprehensive review industry-specific regulations, labor laws, and any breaches in safety protocol. Our firm harbors a tenacious approach that leaves no stone unturned; leveraging our vast resources to compile compelling evidence, tracking historical case judgments and latest legal developments in the personal injury field.

The Carlson Bier law firm endeavors to deliver personalized one on one interaction because we believe all clients have unique stories that deserve individual attention. With expertise in encounter with insurance companies combined absolute commitment ensuring patrons receive compensation they rightfully entitled to.

With years of experience under our belts, the passionate attorneys at Carlson Bier stand ready to fight tirelessly for you. We understand every case is unique as each client and provides professional help tailored according to your specific needs. This is more than just law practice; it’s about standing up for your rights and demanding justice.

While navigating through this complex legal landscape may seem daunting but you’re not alone – teaming with Carlson Bier means equipping yourselves with tough advocates who’ll relentlessly pursue the results you require.

To determine how much your case could potentially be worth click on the button below- rest assured that our team will provide thorough evaluation taking into account every single detail because securing rightful compensations for construction site accident victims isn’t merely profession—it’s passion at Carlson Bier. In wake damages distress suffered don’t entrust case anyone: trust seasoned professionals who’ve been there done repeatedly success …and are ready do again for You!

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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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Construction Site Accidents FAQ​

The most common causes of construction site accidents in Chicago include:

  • Falls: Falls from heights are the leading cause of fatalities on construction sites.
  • Struck-by accidents: Struck-by accidents occur when workers are hit by falling objects, moving vehicles, or other equipment.
  • Electrocutions: Electrocutions can occur when workers come into contact with live wires or electrical equipment.
  • Caught-in/between accidents: Caught-in/between accidents occur when workers are caught between two moving objects or between a moving object and a stationary object.
  • Overexertion injuries: Overexertion injuries can occur when workers lift heavy objects or perform repetitive tasks.

If you are injured in a construction site 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 your supervisor and to OSHA. OSHA is the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and they are responsible for investigating workplace accidents.
  • Contact a construction site accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a construction site 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 person or company responsible for your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a construction site 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 personal 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 construction site accident lawsuits in Illinois is two years. This means that you have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit.

All Attorney Services in Coello

Areas of Practice in Coello

Pedal Cycle Incidents

Proficient in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or unsafe conditions.

Fire Damages

Supplying adept legal services for people of major burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Clinical Carelessness

Offering professional legal assistance for patients affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Fault

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, delivering specialist legal help to clients affected by defective items.

Geriatric Abuse

Advocating for the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to mistreatment in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip & Tumble Mishaps

Skilled in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to clients seeking justice for their harm.

Childbirth Wounds

Delivering legal assistance for households affected by medical malpractice resulting in birth injuries.

Vehicle Incidents

Mishaps: Committed to supporting patients of car accidents get fair remuneration for wounds and damages.

Bike Mishaps

Dedicated to providing representation for motorcyclists involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

Truck Collision

Providing adept legal assistance for drivers involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing rightful settlement for hurts.

Construction Collisions

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

Head Injuries

Committed to extending professional legal advice for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Traumas

Expertise in tackling cases for clients who have suffered damages from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Crashes

Focused on legal support for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering restitution.

Wrongful Loss

Working for families affected by a wrongful death, extending caring and professional legal representation to ensure justice.

Neural Impairment

Focused on defending individuals with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal support to secure redress.

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