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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to product liability cases, your best choice is the Carlson Bier law firm. Our outstanding team of dedicated attorneys specializes in handling products liability lawsuits, boasting an impressive track record built over decades. We ensure our clients from Litchfield and surrounding regions receive the highest caliber of legal representation when defective or dangerous products cause injury. When manufacturers fail in their duty to produce safe goods, you need a law group that will strive relentlessly to seek justice for you – and that’s where we step in at Carlson Bier. Offering personalized attention and comprehensive understanding of Illinois laws regarding product liability issues, we are equipped with the expertise needed to tackle complex litigation scenarios effectively. Delivering consistency through proficiency acquired over many years, our solid reputation speaks volumes about our commitment towards holding negligent manufacturers accountable for their actions. Trust us at Carlson Bier as your first recourse while dealing with all kinds of products’ liability claims — because fighting for safer consumer experiences is not just what we do; it’s who we are!

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Products Liability Lawyers in Litchfield Illinois

At the distinguished law firm of Carlson Bier, we demonstrate an unwavering commitment to individuals in Illinois who have suffered due to faulty or defective products. As profoundly seasoned personal injury attorneys, our expert grasp on Products Liability is extensive and all-encompassing.

Products Liability is a complex realm of law whereby manufacturers, distributors, suppliers and retailers can be held liable if their product causes injury or harm. There are three key areas that this concept entails:

– Manufacturing Defects: These occur in the course of a product’s creation or assembly.

– Design Defects: These exist before the manufacturing process even begins – essentially, these design flaws render the product inherently hazardous.

– Failure to provide adequate warnings: Manufacturers are obligated by law to furnish sufficient cautionary guidelines about potential risks associated with using their products.

Understanding these categories not only deciphers why you may have been hurt but also aids us at Carlson Bier in procuring justice for you. With our comprehensive knowledge and practical experience within Products Liability, we meticulously build up compelling cases based on precise evidentiary support thus considerably amplifying your chances for a positive outcome.

Our professional obligation does not merely stop at litigation either; part of our mission incorporates continually educating and bolstering awareness surrounding Products Liability laws among consumers like yourself. The underlying aim herein is to arm you with critical insights letting you make informed decisions pertaining to any future purchase and usage.

Despite conscientious efforts from most manufacturers towards ensuring consumer safety there remains an array of products which could potentially prove hazardous. This involves anything running the gamut from children’s toys to automobiles – hereupon underscoring how essential it gets maintaining vigilance regarding what comes into your home.

If carelessly or negligently manufactured goods have wrought havoc unto your life through injury then take comfort knowing that Carlson Bier stands unequivocally behind you. In this battle against formidable adversaries like large corporations backed by numerous resources and experts in their arsenal, we strive relentlessly towards levelling the playing field and getting you the compensation you fully deserve.

Ongoing or past injuries caused by defective products should not dictate your future. Our passionate team commits to navigating this arduous journey with you in every step of the way. You are not alone; we stand alongside, ceaselessly fighting for what is rightfully yours. We urge you to reach out to us promptly for assistance since important deadlines – also known as Statues of Limitations – could potentially impede your ability to proceed with a claim if too much time passes.

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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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Product Liability FAQ​

Product liability is the legal responsibility of manufacturers, distributors, sellers, and suppliers for injuries caused by defective products.

The three main types of product liability claims are:

  • Manufacturing defects: These defects occur during the manufacturing process and cause the product to be unsafe.
  • Design defects: These defects exist in the design of the product and make it inherently unsafe.
  • Marketing defects: These defects occur when the manufacturer or seller fails to adequately warn consumers about the dangers of the product.

The signs and symptoms of a product liability injury can vary depending on the type of product that caused the injury. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Physical injuries: These could include cuts, bruises, burns, fractures, and other injuries.
  • Property damage: This could include damage to your home, car, or other belongings.
  • Economic losses: These could include lost wages, medical expenses, and other financial losses.

The treatment options for product liability injuries will vary depending on the severity of the injuries. However, some common treatment options include:

  • Surgery: Surgery may be required to repair injuries that were caused by a defective product.
  • Physical therapy: Physical therapy may be required to help patients regain their strength and mobility after suffering an injury.
  • Occupational therapy: Occupational therapy may be required to help patients learn to perform activities of daily living after suffering an injury.
  • Medications: Medications may be required to treat pain and other symptoms of product liability injuries.

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit for a product liability injury if you have been injured due to a defective product. A product liability lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

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Areas of Practice in Litchfield

Bike Accidents

Proficient in legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others's lack of care or hazardous conditions.

Burn Injuries

Giving skilled legal services for sufferers of serious burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Hospital Malpractice

Ensuring specialist legal assistance for clients affected by healthcare malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Obligation

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, delivering skilled legal guidance to clients affected by defective items.

Elder Malpractice

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring justice.

Fall & Trip Incidents

Specialist in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal services to victims seeking restitution for their injuries.

Birth Traumas

Extending legal assistance for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in infant injuries.

Car Mishaps

Mishaps: Devoted to assisting individuals of car accidents gain equitable settlement for hurts and harm.

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Dedicated to providing legal advice for individuals involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Truck Accident

Providing expert legal support for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing rightful compensation for damages.

Construction Accidents

Committed to representing workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Brain Impairments

Expert in providing expert legal advice for persons suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Injuries

Expertise in addressing cases for people who have suffered harms from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Jogger Mishaps

Dedicated to legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Demise

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, providing empathetic and adept legal assistance to ensure justice.

Backbone Trauma

Dedicated to supporting clients with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure settlement.

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