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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you’ve become a victim of a construction site accident in Momence, your recourse to justice and fair compensation is Carlson Bier. Renowned as stalwarts across Illinois in the arena of personal injury law, our forte lies within handling complex construction cases with meticulous precision and dedicated commitment. Drawing upon vast experience, we navigate the realms of law purposefully advocating for workers who have experienced on-site accidents. Our attorneys engage an assertive approach towards counteracting common defenses raised by employers or insurance companies during negotiations or litigation. We leverage innovative methods, combined with indispensable legal expertise that puts potent advocacy at its best into your corner. Choosing Carlson Bier is about putting yourself first – securing justice against odds and ensuring maximum possible compensation under Illinois state laws pertaining to workplace injuries on construction sites. In tune with this town’s respect for rigorous work ethics, we stand ready at all times to afford our client-centric services to victims of construction accidents hailing from within Momence’s dedicated workforce community.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Momence Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves as Illinois’ premier law firm specializing in personal injury matters, with a major focus on construction site accidents. We understand the inherent risks associated with the business of the construction industry and are committed to providing unparalleled legal services for victims of these unfortunate incidents.

Construction site injuries can be devastating and often lead to severe physical harm or even death. Factors contributing to these mishaps span across various aspects such as inadequate safety measures, faulty equipment usage, lack of competent supervision, exposure to harmful substances and improper handling or storage of materials.

Here are a few key pointers which could potentially interpret an event as a viable lawsuit:

– Presence of OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) violations at the time of your accident

– If you were not provided with necessary protective gear

– Any act of negligence by your co-workers or employers resulting in injury

– Deployment of defective machinery or tools

While this information establishes groundwork, cases linked with construction site accidents are intricate indeed. Multiple laws come into play; involving workers’ compensation claims against employers, third-party claims over fellow workers, subcontractors or equipment manufacturers – all based on divergent norms. Henceforth it’s critical that you opt for legal representation apt enough in navigating through these complexities.

The team at Carlson Bier is highly experienced in investigating every angle involved in supplementing each claim’s validity. Our attorneys work diligently employing years-long expertise; vigorously negotiating insurance companies and formidable adversaries ensuring you receive full compensation rightfully owed.

It brings out standards set high by us when advocating on behalf of our clients who have relentlessly shown faith upon our professionalism throughout their ordeal stemming from:

– Lost wages as a result due to inability for work post-injury

– Medical expenses inclusive but not limited to emotional distress caused alongside

– Compensation claims accounting pain & suffering endured owing to incident concerned.

Our reputation precedes us within Illinois when seeking justice for those unequally cornered by circumstances beyond their control. We steadfastly stand by our motto of “Your fight is our fight”.

At Carlson Bier, we believe in potential human prospects possessing capacity for rejuvenation post-setbacks met in life. Our responsibility ranges far beyond namesake representation projecting onto a more profound level endeavoring to reinstate hopes living remarkable lives ahead.

Therefore amidst struggle & troubled waters, let us share your burdens as you embark on the road to recovery. Acknowledge our promise delivering justice & overcoming obstacles wherein at each juncture; “We prioritize YOU”.

To sum it up, if you or someone close to you has been injured or tragically killed in a construction site accident and are seeking rightful compensation and justice, seek no further than Carlson Bier. Remember that timing is crucial and could very well impact your case significantly. The sooner we get involved, the better results we can achieve.

For those readers who have reached this point in the text – please know that if life has pushed you down, legally speaking; we’re here so you won’t fall any longer but instead rise again towards renewed beginnings!

Lastly, while we’ve endeavored to provide insights about construction site accidents’ legal dynamics – remember every case carries its unique circumstances entailing careful scrutiny for optimally aiding proceedings forward.

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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 Momence

Bike Incidents

Expert in legal representation for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' recklessness or perilous conditions.

Flame Wounds

Giving skilled legal support for people of grave burn injuries caused by incidents or carelessness.

Clinical Carelessness

Delivering dedicated legal representation for patients affected by healthcare malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Products Fault

Addressing cases involving unsafe products, delivering adept legal services to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Elder Neglect

Defending the rights of elders who have been subjected to neglect in care facilities environments, ensuring protection.

Tumble and Slip Mishaps

Skilled in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to clients seeking restitution for their harm.

Infant Traumas

Extending legal assistance for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Crashes: Committed to aiding victims of car accidents get appropriate settlement for injuries and destruction.

Scooter Mishaps

Focused on providing legal services for riders involved in scooter accidents, ensuring just recovery for traumas.

Trucking Crash

Extending professional legal representation for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for hurts.

Building Accidents

Engaged in advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Cerebral Damages

Specializing in ensuring compassionate legal assistance for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to accidents.

Dog Attack Damages

Adept at tackling cases for victims who have suffered damages from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Dedicated to legal advocacy for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Wrongful Fatality

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and experienced legal support to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Harm

Dedicated to supporting persons with paralysis, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure compensation.

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