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Navigating the aftermath of a construction site accident in Downers Grove can be complex and overwhelming. There’s little room for error when dealing with legal matters. That is where Carlson Bier, your trusted partner in personal injury law, stands out. Our team is dedicated to defending your rights when you are most vulnerable – we fight construction companies’ negligence tenaciously and effectively. We have a proven track record of securing substantial settlements for workers injured on Illinois’s demanding construction sites. Passionate about justice, our professional attorneys immerse themselves into every case detail to ensure that all evidence supports your claim convincingly. With deep knowledge about the specific requirements around Illinois Worker Compensation Act and OSHA regulations, we work tirelessly towards tackling obstructing tactics used by insurance firms or employers avoiding liability claims after an accident happens at a jobsite. Trust us as advocates who will emphasize bigotry severity, thereby ensuring no one sidelines your claims unfairly – providing expertise backed up by decades of dedicated practice beyond borders: Carlson Bier leading Construction Site Accident representation in this battlefield known colloquially as “The Justice Game.”

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Downers Grove Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we excel in providing unrivaled legal representation for individuals who have suffered physical harm due to a construction site accident. Our esteemed team of personal injury attorneys has comprehensive knowledge and experience navigating complex laws surrounding these specific types of mishaps in Illinois. In order to help the general public understand their rights post-construction site accidents, we consider it our duty to provide an inclusive overview of this domain.

Construction sites can be dangerous domains populated with risks such as falling debris, unsafe heavy machinery operation, electrical malfunctions and more. Negligence or failure by employers or other parties responsible for overseeing safety precautions can result in devastating injuries – including but not limited to fractures, spinal cord injuries, paralysis and even wrongful death.

Victims of construction site accidents often carry hefty financial burdens resulting from medical bills for treating acute injuries or prolonged complications – situations where the worker’s compensation afforded may often fall short of covering all expenses. This is where pursuing a personal injury claim comes into play; doing so provides victims with an avenue to get justice by claiming compensations that appropriately reflect the actual costs associated with their distressing ordeal.

To successfully file a compelling personal injury lawsuit, there are certain specifics one needs to know:

– You need proof: Proving negligence is critical – demonstrate that your employer or the contractor failed to take reasonable steps towards ensuring your safety on-site.

– Filing within deadlines: Your claim should be filed within Illinois’ Statute of Limitations – two years from when the incident occurred or was first recognized.

– Tailored strategy: Every case is unique necessitating personalized approach aligned with situational context and available evidence.

– Expert assistance: A competent personal injury attorney would combine depthful factual analysis along with compelling arguments effectively representing you narrating your story convincingly before the jury.

Selecting an experienced attorney could make a crucial difference to outcome. Here at Carlson Bier, we stand tall based on the strength of our track record amassed by assiduously defending victims of construction site accidents securing fair and just compensations commensurate with their sufferings. We go above and beyond in understanding each client’s specific circumstances, crafting a bespoke legal strategy that takes them one step closer to justice.

With an extensive knowledge of both Illinois laws and national standards, we provide steadfast support throughout your claim process – monitoring the smallest detail while you focus healing from physical injuries. Beyond representing victims legally, we also help buffer effects of emotional distress experienced during this trying phase.

Have complete peace of mind knowing that at Carlson Bier, your case gets handled under contingency-based agreement which means you only pay us if we win your case simplifying your journey towards financial help for all medical bills and wage losses suffered due to joblessness caused by your injury. Your victory becomes ours!

Take the first critical step on path towards justice now! The worthiness of each personal injury claim varies widely based on many contributing factors; let our seasoned team proficiently assess and approximate deserving compensation tailored for your unique scenario. Click the button below to kickstart your journey assisted by competent legal soldiers determined to strive hard ensuring you obtain justice rightfully deserved along with comprehensive reimbursements adequately covering suffered damages thereby promoting swift recovery without undue financial stress shadowing over. Don’t wait; start taking back control today helping yourself heal holistically physically, emotionally, as well as financially!

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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 Downers Grove

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Focused on legal assistance for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or risky conditions.

Fire Wounds

Giving adept legal help for victims of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Clinical Incompetence

Delivering professional legal advice for clients affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Obligation

Managing cases involving defective products, extending professional legal services to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

Protecting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to malpractice in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Trip & Slip Accidents

Professional in managing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to sufferers seeking restitution for their injuries.

Childbirth Harms

Offering legal guidance for families affected by medical malpractice resulting in infant injuries.

Car Incidents

Accidents: Devoted to helping patients of car accidents obtain equitable remuneration for injuries and destruction.

Bike Crashes

Expert in providing legal assistance for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

Truck Incident

Extending professional legal representation for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just claims for injuries.

Worksite Collisions

Concentrated on supporting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Brain Harms

Expert in extending dedicated legal support for patients suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Bite Injuries

Specialized in addressing cases for people who have suffered injuries from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Crashes

Focused on legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering damages.

Unjust Death

Striving for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and skilled legal support to ensure restitution.

Neural Injury

Committed to defending persons with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal support to secure redress.

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