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About Carlson Bier Associates

When unfortunate accidents happen on a construction site in Lewistown, the injury can be severe and life-altering. At such times, you need an accident attorney with unmatched experience to hold liable parties accountable—enter Carlson Bier. As a law firm specializing in personal injury cases, we comprehend the nuances of complicated labor laws governing Illinois’s construction industry. Our attorneys are astutely prepared to fight for your rights while prioritizing empathy during this daunting time.

Engaging Carlson Bier as your Construction Site Accident Attorney connects you with professionals who have evidenced success advocating for clients just like you—those who’ve endured physical and emotional upheaval due to workplace incidents on construction sites. We help untangle complex litigation processes, ensuring fair compensation for damages sustained.

Residents of Lewistown trust us because our commitment extends beyond courtroom walls—we genuinely care about their well-being post litigation too! By partnering with Carlson Bier, rest assured that your case is championed by not only seasoned legal minds but also compassionate hearts dedicated to seeing justice served right where it matters—Lewistown’s very own thriving community.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Lewistown Illinois

In the heart of a bustling city like Illinois, construction sites are an essential aspect of architectural progress. However, with rapid growth comes increased risk for accidents that can lead to serious injury. It’s during such times that you need expert legal counsel from Carlson Bier – your trusted personal injury attorney at play in Illinois. We specialize in providing support and legal guidance to those who have suffered Construction Site Accidents – offering personalized services backed by years of experience.

Construction site accidents often involve complex laws and might include various types of injuries which can range from cuts and burns to fractures or even more severe consequences such as long-term disability or wrongful death. Whatever your situation may be, our dedicated team at Carlson Bier is well-equipped with expertise necessary to handle these claims effectively.

Relevance cannot be overstressed on key factors in managing Construction Site Accident cases:

• Proper investigation: Ensuring thorough assessment of the accident scene, equipment used, safety protocols followed etc.

• Evidence collection: Gathering crucial proof including photographs, video recordings, witness statements and medical reports.

• Expert Analysis: Leveraging consultation from industry experts – Construction engineers, Safety inspectors etc., who contribute significantly towards building your case.

• Medical Evaluation: Documenting clinical diagnosis and treatment plans to substantiate your claim further.

Knowing what rights construction workers have is equally significant:

– Right to Safe Environment: Every worker deserves a worksite free from recognized hazards which could cause serious physical harm or potential fatality.

– Right for Training: Employers are obliged provide adequate training especially for handling hazardous tools or substances.

– Compensation Rights: Injuries endured due to employer negligence should qualify for workers’ compensation benefits.

It’s imperative to remember what you should do if you’re injured on a construction site:

▪ Report ASAP – Promptly report any injury sustained across worksites regardless of perceived severity level (minor/major). Always maintain written records.

▪ Immediate Medical Attention – Seek professional healthcare immediately after the accident, ensuring a complete medical examination inclusive of diagnostics if required.

▪ Consult an Attorney – An experienced attorney helps you understand your legal rights and aids in navigating claim-related complexities thereby maximizing potential compensation for lost wages, medical costs incurred etc.

Here at Carlson Bier our focus is to guide victims through such challenging times while representing their best interests with utmost gusto, diligence and integrity. We believe that everyone should have access to fair representation and we work tirelessly to ensure justice served correctly – that’s what sets us apart as personal injury lawyers specializing in Construction Site Accidents within Illinois region.

Remember – time can be a critical factor in these cases due to strict statutes of limitations surrounding workers’ compensation laws or third-party claims. Thus, prompt action is highly recommended from your end! We invite you to connect with Carlson Bier today where our team extends expert consultation with no upfront fees involved unless we achieve a successful settlement on your behalf. Click on the ‘Find Out How Much My Case Is Worth’ button below to take this forward further. And let’s together strive for justice served right, every single time because ultimately your victory is ours too!

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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 Lewistown

Pedal Cycle Crashes

Expert in legal representation for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' indifference or unsafe conditions.

Flame Wounds

Offering adept legal help for victims of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or indifference.

Medical Incompetence

Delivering expert legal advice for patients affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Obligation

Handling cases involving unsafe products, offering skilled legal help to consumers affected by defective items.

Elder Mistreatment

Defending the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in elderly care environments, ensuring fairness.

Slip and Fall Incidents

Expert in managing trip accident cases, providing legal representation to individuals seeking compensation for their suffering.

Childbirth Harms

Providing legal aid for families affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Auto Accidents

Collisions: Concentrated on assisting patients of car accidents get reasonable compensation for harms and damages.

Scooter Collisions

Dedicated to providing legal advice for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring just recovery for injuries.

18-Wheeler Collision

Delivering specialist legal services for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for harms.

Worksite Incidents

Committed to assisting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or carelessness.

Head Injuries

Expert in offering specialized legal services for clients suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Wounds

Adept at managing cases for people who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Incidents

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

Unfair Passing

Working for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying sensitive and experienced legal assistance to ensure justice.

Spine Trauma

Specializing in advocating for clients with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal support to secure recovery.

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