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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you find yourself in the aftermath of a construction site accident, Carlson Bier emerges as a strong legal advocate to rely on. Our law firm possesses extensive experience and an unmatched track record within these unique cases. Serving myriad clients across Illinois, we specialize in handling intricate facets tied to Construction Site Accidents seamlessly, providing our clientele with effective legal solutions framed around intricate environmental mandates and employment laws prevalent in Danvers. Navigating your case intricately through countless challenges characteristic of such lawsuits remains our primary commitment at Carlson Bier; ensuring that all facts are meticulously examined while tailoring potent legal strategies for optimal results. Our reputation is built upon tenacious advocacy, diligent investigation work, unwavering compassion towards victims’ plight—making us an ideal choice when requiring assistance following a construction site mishap. So remember – if life puts you under debris or hurls unexpected claims your way – lean on the tested competence of the devoted attorneys at Carlson Bier for expert defense post any unfortunate incident involving construction sites.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Danvers Illinois

When it comes to navigating the complex world of personal injury law, Carlson Bier is your trusted source in Illinois. As a team of experienced and dedicated personal injury attorneys, we specialize in handling cases related to construction site accidents. The intricacies that surround such incidents require an astute understanding of the law, something our firm possesses in abundance.

Construction sites are inherently dangerous places teeming with potential hazards. Accidents may result from falls from elevated heights, being struck by falling or swinging objects, electrocution, machinery mishaps, or trench collapses among others. Within this landscape of hazards exists a myriad of laws and regulations designed to protect workers’ safety – OSHA standards being foremost among them – as well as the rights you have when these measures fail.

As a worker on a construction site, you are protected under Illinois’ Worker’s Compensation Act. This legislation offers coverage for medical costs and lost wages due to injuries sustained at work. However, there are circumstances where claims may extend beyond worker’s compensation. For example:

• If your injury resulted from defective equipment.

• If your injury was caused by negligence outside of your employer.

• If your injury continued because lack of proper medical treatment

In every case scenario like those mentioned above and beyond them, our role starts with providing strategic guidance based initially upon the specific details surrounding your accident –the responsibility assessment– which can ultimately shift who bears the brunt financially after investigation.

These situations underscore why professional legal representation is not just vital but indispensable: because ensuring maximum compensation entails thorough knowledge of complicated subrogation principles embedded within tort and contract law alongside federal labor legislations.

This battle cannot be taken lightly as numerous factors contribute to determine how much compensation you might be entitled to; factors such as future medical care costs which aren’t immediately discernable post-accident are vital considerations worth noticing along with present-day hospital bills. Also noticing lost income during recovery phases & job safety records pre-accident further amplify the complexity of these cases and act as determinants of compensation.

Our attorneys understand the complex nature of such accidents owing to their years on experience in this realm. They are equipped to interpret facts and run through stacks of evidentiary documents like medical records, accident reports and safety protocols for identifying breach or liability leading to your injuries. Importantly, our team maintains a legacy within its jurisdiction that extends its performance not just over case wins, but relationships nurtured with clients during sensitive times which are evident in numerous testimonials.

Navigating through personal injury lawsuits can be complex and time-consuming. But with Carlson Bier by your side, you can focus on recovery while we advocate for your rights.

Discover how much your case is worth now! Don’t let yourself feel lost amidst laws and complexities; instead, find confidence knowing that our hard-working team is there to represent you every step along the way. Don’t wait another day or endure another sleepless night wondering about your case’s impact – click the button below today to schedule a consultation sessionId!

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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.

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Areas of Practice in Danvers

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Dedicated to legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' carelessness or perilous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Providing professional legal support for patients of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Medical Incompetence

Delivering expert legal representation for persons affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Accountability

Handling cases involving dangerous products, supplying professional legal support to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Senior Misconduct

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Tumble and Slip Incidents

Adept in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal support to clients seeking recovery for their losses.

Birth Traumas

Delivering legal help for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Vehicle Crashes

Incidents: Devoted to supporting victims of car accidents secure just recompense for harms and damages.

Bike Mishaps

Dedicated to providing representation for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

Truck Accident

Delivering specialist legal services for drivers involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate settlement for damages.

Worksite Collisions

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

Neurological Harms

Committed to delivering specialized legal advice for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Wounds

Skilled in managing cases for clients who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Collisions

Dedicated to legal assistance for joggers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Unwarranted Passing

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and expert legal services to ensure restitution.

Spine Damage

Specializing in supporting persons with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal representation to secure recovery.

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