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About Carlson Bier Associates

In Mount Greenwood, the frequency of construction site accidents underscores the importance of a knowledgeable legal representation–a role expertly filled by Carlson Bier. Our team is made up of accomplished personal injury lawyers with specializations in Construction Site Accidents. Our track record evidences our relentless commitment to securing justice for victims who have suffered injuries due to inadequately managed work sites and safety lapses. We fully appreciate that every case differs in its complexity and challenges; therefore, we take a personalized approach—you are not just another client at Carlson Bier. With decades worth of combined experience litigating such cases across Illinois, our attorneys have an intimate knowledge stemming from intense navigation through these stringent laws over various jurisdictions while winning full compensations for multitude clients during their process recovery phase punctuated by economic exigencies caused from downtime or steep healthcare bills; making us a premier choice when seeking pioneering solutions against all odds stacked by robust defense teams hired by negligent construction companies causing preventable incidents.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Mount Greenwood Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a team of personal injury attorneys dedicated to offering swift, empathetic legal advice and tenacious representation for victims of construction site accidents in the state of Illinois. Our aim is twofold; to illuminate your path through the complex labyrinth of personal injury law and help you secure the compensation you deserve.

Construction sites can be perilous environments brimming with potential dangers. Even if you follow safety regulations diligently, unfortunate accidents can occur due to faulty equipment, negligence or oversight. The aftermath often consists not only of physical discomfort but also significant financial distress from lost wages and towering medical bills. Should such an unfortunate incident transpire, our adept legal professionals at Carlson Bier stand ready to guide you every step of the way.

In terms of liability for such incidents, numerous factors come into play:

– Assessment of fault: We will diligently analyze every facet of your case to establish who bears responsibility for your accident.

– Investigation process: It’s crucial that we gather evidence thoroughly and methodically post-accident to strengthen your claim.

– Claims filing: We’ll ensure that all claims filed accurately reflect your situation for maximum allowance under Illinois law.

Knowledge is power when it comes to navigating the complex landscape of construction site injuries. Understanding workplace rights and recognizing instances where those are being violated provides a strong foundation towards claiming just compensation. Consequently, instituting preventive measures ensuring workers’ protection reduces chances of encountering liability issues later on.

Similarly important is understanding workers’ compensation laws in Illinois because they safeguard employees from facing high medical costs borne out of occupational hazards. Any time spent incapacitated by work-related injuries places undue encumbrances on daily life; hence why exercised diligence in securing rightful compensation becomes vital.

At Carlson Bier, what sets us apart isn’t simply our expertise—it’s the level to which we imbue our counsel with empathy and understanding tailored uniquely towards every client’s circumstances. Commitment to excellence governs the manner in which we see your claim through from inception to conclusion. Our goal isn’t just winning cases but ensuring a restoration of normalcy and peace of mind to you, our valued client.

Injuries incurred at construction sites often involve complex legal issues that require specialized knowledge and skill; as such, choosing the right personal injury attorney becomes crucial. With dexterity drawn from years of effective representation for construction site accident victims, Carlson Bier boasts an accomplished track record that speaks volumes about our capabilities.

Consisting of experienced trial lawyers equipped with in-depth understanding of Illinois personal injury law alongside compassionate support staff poised to assuage your concerns promptly yet patiently; the Carlson Bier team emboldens every client with comprehensive legal aid specific to their needs.

Given the entangled nature of these cases along with swiftly closing statute-of-limitations windows, taking immediate action after an accident accelerates prospects for lucrative resolutions. Consequently, prompt consultation with us not only clarifies where you stand consequently granting control over proceedings but also ensures timeliness needed for robust case building.

At this juncture, knowing what your case might be worth can sway decisions enormously. We encourage you not merely by promising exemplary counsel steered by expert minds proficient in matters of compensation claims—but empowering choices grounded on firm data and seasoned insight. As such, feel free to click on the button below allowing us preliminary assessment helping gauge potential worth attached to your unique case and unveil pathways towards reclaiming relief rightfully yours via our esteemed services here at Carlson Bier – dedicated advocates assisting construction site accident victims across Illinois unequivocally fitting no moulds but carving solutions as personalized as they are proficient.

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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 Mount Greenwood

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Dedicated to legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others' lack of care or perilous conditions.

Scald Traumas

Providing skilled legal assistance for individuals of intense burn injuries caused by occurrences or indifference.

Hospital Negligence

Ensuring professional legal representation for victims affected by healthcare malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Obligation

Managing cases involving faulty products, supplying professional legal support to victims affected by harmful products.

Elder Neglect

Supporting the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to misconduct in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble & Stumble Incidents

Specialist in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking justice for their injuries.

Infant Harms

Delivering legal aid for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Car Mishaps

Collisions: Dedicated to supporting victims of car accidents gain appropriate recompense for damages and impairment.

Scooter Crashes

Committed to providing legal advice for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Truck Mishap

Delivering experienced legal advice for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for damages.

Worksite Accidents

Concentrated on defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or negligence.

Brain Traumas

Expert in ensuring dedicated legal services for patients suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Injuries

Skilled in tackling cases for persons who have suffered damages from dog attacks or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Incidents

Specializing in legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Wrongful Death

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, supplying empathetic and expert legal guidance to ensure justice.

Vertebral Harm

Specializing in defending victims with paralysis, offering compassionate legal representation to secure settlement.

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