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About Carlson Bier Associates

Involved in a car accident and need dependable legal representation? Carlson Bier, your trusted personal injury lawyers serving Midlothian, stand ready to fight for you. Car accidents can leave life-changing effects; that’s where our experts come into play. With years of experience navigating Illinois’ complex road laws, we’ve won significant compensation for clients just like you who have been wronged in car incidents. Our team at Carlson Bier carries out comprehensive investigations to build tight-knit cases designed not only to secure justice but also the maximum compensation possible for your ordeal. We understand every situation is unique – rest assured we approach each case with individualized strategy and utmost care towards our client’s needs. As your partner against those who caused unwarranted disruption through negligent driving behaviors, let us bear the burden while you focus on recuperation. Bringing strength from successful representations across Illinois state-wide: choose Carlson Bier – championing Midlothian’s rightful claimants in aftermaths of automotive mishaps.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Midlothian Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are more than just a law firm. As your dedicated personal injury attorneys in Illinois, we combine empathy and expertise, guiding you through every step of the legal process after an unfortunate car accident. Our years of experience have equipped us with profound knowledge regarding all nuances related to personal injuries and auto accidents. We possess a comprehensive understanding of Illinois law, which positions us distinctly to advocate for the rights and interests of our clients.

When vehicle accidents occur, they can leave lasting impacts on your life – physically, mentally, and financially. The aftermath can extend beyond the impact scene as victims grapple with medical bills, loss of wages due to inability to work during recovery, not to mention emotional distress that often accompanies such traumatic events. Here at Carlson Bier, we ensure that any losses suffered are accounted for and fully compensated by those responsible – effectively turning a painful situation into a path toward justice.

In understanding more about car accidents:

• Negligence is often at its heart: Many car accidents result from ignorance or defiance of traffic rules by drivers leading to instances of reckless driving, speeding or drunk driving.

• Extensive Documentation is key: To lodge a valid claim after an auto accident in Illinois involves detailed documentation which may include photographs from the crash site, witness testimonies where available – essential components that contribute towards building up a convincing case.

• Claims Process Can be Complex: Insurance companies typically have extensive legal teams looking out for their interests; hence navigating this complex terrain requires an expert who understands how insurance laws operate and can counterargue professionally for fair coverage.

• Time is Crucial: In Illinois law dictates a time limit (statute limitation) within which claims must be filed following a car incident. Missing this window might mean losing out on potential compensation.

Our commitment at Carlson Bier transcends getting compensation; it includes giving our clients peace as they rebuild their lives post-trauma while we handle every step in their legal journey. Our team of attorneys carries a wealth of experience and employs well-proven strategies to ensure you get the best resolution possible.

We know that every accident is different, and so there’s no one-size-fits-all solution to these claims. Therefore, our approach is entirely client-focused, seeking not merely a win but justice for each person on an individual basis. At Carlson Bier, we take time to thoroughly analyze your specific circumstances while applying Illinois law accurately ensuring that the compensation sought reflects the full extent of your damages caused by the car accident.

Understanding how much this process could mean for you in monetary terms often provides relief from stress and uncertainty during such challenging times. We encourage you to click on our online case evaluation tool below – it’s a swift and straightforward way of getting an estimation regarding what your claim might be worth based on Illinois law requirements and precedents relating to similar cases that we have successfully handled previously.

Always remember – You don’t just need any attorney; you need Carlson Bier! Don’t navigate this intricate system alone – let us passionately fight for your rights while bringing peace back into your world after enduring a traumatic auto accident event.

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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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Car Accident FAQ​

The most common causes of car accidents in Chicago include:

  • Driver negligence: This includes distracted driving, speeding, and failing to yield.
  • Road conditions: Potholes, uneven pavement, and other road hazards can cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles.
  • Vehicle defects: Defective vehicles can cause accidents in a variety of ways.
  • Weather conditions: Rain, snow, and ice can make roads slick and dangerous.

If you are involved in a car 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.
  • Exchange information with the other driver. Get their name, address, insurance information, and license plate number.
  • Take pictures of the scene of the accident. This will help you document what happened and build your case if you decide to file a lawsuit.
  • Report the accident to the police. This will create a record of the accident and help you get help if you need it.
  • Contact a car accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a car 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 driver who caused your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a car 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.

In a car 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.

     

    Property damage: This includes the cost of repairing or replacing your vehicle.

    Punitive damages: These damages are awarded to punish the defendant for egregious or reckless conduct.

The statute of limitations for car 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 Midlothian

Bike Collisions

Dedicated to legal support for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Burns

Giving adept legal assistance for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Medical Negligence

Offering specialist legal support for persons affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Responsibility

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, delivering professional legal services to customers affected by faulty goods.

Geriatric Mistreatment

Supporting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Fall and Stumble Injuries

Expert in dealing with tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking redress for their damages.

Childbirth Injuries

Delivering legal assistance for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Mishaps

Mishaps: Concentrated on assisting clients of car accidents receive equitable compensation for wounds and impairment.

Bike Collisions

Specializing in providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

Trucking Incident

Extending expert legal assistance for victims involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing rightful settlement for harms.

Construction Site Mishaps

Concentrated on advocating for laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or irresponsibility.

Brain Injuries

Specializing in offering specialized legal advice for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Damages

Skilled in addressing cases for victims who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Jogger Mishaps

Committed to legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Undeserved Death

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, supplying empathetic and experienced legal support to ensure redress.

Neural Trauma

Expert in advocating for persons with vertebral damage, offering specialized legal services to secure compensation.

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