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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the wake of a construction site accident, you need an advocate at your side who possesses the requisite expertise to navigate complex legal situations. Carlson Bier champions personal injury cases with proven proficiency, particularly those related to construction incidents. Our attorneys have amassed a remarkable record in East Dubuque and its surroundings by tenaciously fighting for — and securing — rightful compensation for our clients. Distinctively skilled in deciphering intricate labor laws and regulations as they pertain to safety lapses on job sites, we relentlessly scrutinize every detail, construct robust arguments that hold negligent parties accountable, reviving hope when it matters most! Count on Carlson Bier’s innate understanding of Illinois law intricacies alongside steadfast dedication towards victims’ welfare for comprehensive legal representation that conquers hurdles judicially while easing post-accident trauma emotionally. Choose Carlson Bier: not just a name but a trusted confidante advocating tirelessly in your corner.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in East Dubuque Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a premier group of personal injury attorneys devoted to the provision of resolute advocacy for victims of construction site accidents in Illinois. Our primary objective is to provide exceptional legal representation while concurrently educating and informing you about your legal rights and the mechanisms involved in addressing these unfortunate incidents.

Construction site accidents can entail an array of circumstances ranging from scaffolding collapses, falling objects, electrocutions, trench collapses to machinery malfunctions among others. It’s important to understand that such occurrences are usually pinned on negligence, poor maintenance or inadequate safety measures. Consequently, they may result in severe injuries requiring long term medical care and rehabilitation.

• When it comes to liability determination after a construction site accident, it may involve more parties than just your employer especially when there are multiple contractors or equipment manufacturers involved.

• Compensation recovered could cover past and future medical bills, loss of income capacity, pain and suffering as well as other losses related specifically to the incident.

The nature and structure of personal injury law – particularly pertaining construction site accident cases – is often complex since each case presents unique layers which demand comprehensive evaluation and strategic navigation through various legal landscapes. At Carlson Bier Law Firm, our proficiency is engrained within our commitment towards securing maximum compensation for our clients across Illinois; this denotes meticulous scrutiny into every detail prevalent in a prospective claim geared towards providing pragmatic solutions tailored around individual needs.

To maximize success during litigation or negotiation phases:

• We collate pertinent evidence supporting your claim including surveillance footage if any,

medical reports & professional testimonials.

• Leverage vast network resources for expert witnesses who add weightage to your claim.

• Negotiation on your behalf with opposing counsel or insurance adjusters utilizing an interest-based approach aimed at achieving optimum outcomes by drawing upon years of expertise dealing with diverse situations.

An apt understanding regarding statutory limitations within Illinois jurisdiction punctuating lodgement of accident claims post-incident remains crucial- ideally extraction swift action which can provide an advantage. It’s also imperative to be aware that construction companies may very well have an in-house team of attorneys tasked with defending their interests- presenting another complexity that necessitates having a professional and experienced personal injury attorney by your side.

A partnership with Carlson Bier Law Firm ensures staunch representation, navigating through the accident claims process, and championing for your deserved compensation. We understand the importance of education besides advocacy, as our approach is tailored toward empowering you at every step so you can make informed decisions along the way. Our commitment is securing your wellbeing both physically and financially while ensuring judicial justice prevails.

Ultimately, we bring value by offering more than just robust legal defense; we offer support, guidance, and peace of mind in these trying times because we genuinely care about human welfare first pour our expertise into overcoming challenges presented by each claim second to ensure fair redressal.

By clicking on the button below you can embark on your journey towards reclaiming the compensation rightly due to stabilize life post-accident. Discover how much your case could potentially be worth today; allow our expert team at Carlson Bier ease this path strewn with complexities for now; let us proudly alleviate burdens precipitated from construction site accidents through deft handling infused with comprehensive expertise supplemented thoroughly throughout Illinois jurisdiction. As it turns out however,, each person deserves optimum representation – take this vital step now!

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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 East Dubuque

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Proficient in legal services for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' recklessness or risky conditions.

Flame Traumas

Supplying skilled legal services for victims of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Healthcare Incompetence

Extending specialist legal services for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Fault

Managing cases involving dangerous products, delivering expert legal services to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to malpractice in nursing homes environments, ensuring restitution.

Fall and Tumble Injuries

Specialist in addressing trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking restitution for their suffering.

Birth Damages

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

Vehicle Crashes

Crashes: Focused on guiding individuals of car accidents get appropriate payout for injuries and impairment.

Scooter Collisions

Focused on providing representation for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for harm.

Semi Crash

Offering experienced legal advice for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for damages.

Building Site Collisions

Dedicated to supporting staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Cognitive Traumas

Expert in extending expert legal services for persons suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Injuries

Proficient in addressing cases for people who have suffered harms from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Cross-walker Crashes

Committed to legal support for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Demise

Striving for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and adept legal services to ensure justice.

Vertebral Damage

Dedicated to advocating for individuals with paralysis, offering compassionate legal support to secure justice.

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