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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you suffer an unfortunate construction site accident in Nokomis, Carlson Bier is the trusted ally that vows to champion your rights. Grounded in deep experience within personal injury law, our seasoned lawyers navigate complex legal landscapes with ease, strategically building robust cases for our clients. We are patient listeners who carve personalized strategies after understanding each case’s unique specifics and challenges intricately tied to construction law incidents. Our persistent pursuit of justice for victims of construction accidents is evidenced by countless successful verdicts we’ve achieved across Illinois. Proactive and detail-oriented, Carlson Bier attorneys assist at every stage – from meticulous investigation of facts right through arduous legal proceedings up until favorable conclusion. As strong advocates committed to safeguarding client interests against powerful entities like insurance conglomerates or big corporations, we uphold unflinching dedication towards getting rightful compensation for damages endured due to workplace mishaps or negligence-based situations on job sites which bring medical bills and income loss burdens upon workers’ shoulders . Trust us as judicious allies ensuring swift provisions from insurers while aiding you towards reclaiming a semblance of stability post-accident demise.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Nokomis Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on being effective advocates for your rights as a personal injury victim. As talented legal representatives based in Illinois, we specialize not only in litigating diverse personal injury cases, but also providing you with the detailed knowledge and insights you need to navigate through the intricate corridors of justice. In particular, our expertise extends abundantly to dealing with construction site accidents – occurrences that are common yet often complicated.

Construction sites pose an excellent blend of dangerous elements: from heavy machinery and tools to precarious scaffolding and pits. The inherent risks this environment presents can lead to accidents that cause devastating injuries or worse, result in loss of life. Should such an unfortunate event occur despite all safety measures put in place, it’s paramount for victims or their loved ones to understand their rights and how they may pursue claims for compensation.

Here is what you should be aware of regarding construction site accidents:

– Multiple Parties Could Be Held Liable: This could range from contractors to property owners or equipment manufacturers who failed in their duty to ensure safe working conditions.

– Workers’ Compensation May Not Be Enough: You may qualify for workers’ compensation, however its benefits might not cover all your losses such as medical expenses or lost wages. Seeking legal counsel will present other available avenues for compensation.

– Legal Expertise Is Essential: Navigating complex laws involved isn’t something one must undertake alone; seeking experienced personal injury lawyers like those at Carlson Bier can provide you invaluable guidance during this challenging period.

At Carlson Bier, we offer more than just legal representation; we offer peace of mind knowing that your case is entrusted into capable hands ready to fight tooth and nail for justice on your behalf. We do not rest until every pertinent fact is unearthed, every responsible party accountable whether directly or remotely involved held response while maximizing recovery makes up our drive towards granting you the recompense deserved.

Each case presented before us boasts its unique features, thereby we approach these in a way that proactively and aggressively addresses your needs, ensuring every stone is turned for the potential benefit of your case. We understand that time can be of the essence – the quicker you consult an attorney after an accident, the swifter and more efficiently evidence can be gathered and preserved.

Perhaps the most comforting bit about contracting our services is their affordability. At Carlson Bier, we operate on a contingency basis- meaning we do not charge any legal fees unless we secure compensation on your behalf. Even then, the fee will be a proportion of this compensation – helping assuage financial stress during difficult times.

If you have been injured on a construction site or know someone who has – whether you are unsure about where to begin or need professional advice on how best to handle your claims – remember: where there’s injury, there’s Carlson Bier. So take advantage of our superior knowledge and unrivaled experience today by clicking below. Find out how much your case could potentially be worth with respect to all your pain, suffering and losses incurred.

We proudly serve across various locations in Illinois but kindly note it’s crucially important that you confirm ahead if where you reside falls under our jurisdiction due to local regulations against practicing in cities without physically having an office base; A law diligently upheld by us at Carlsson Bier while maintaining utmost professionalism irrespective of circumstances involved.

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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 Nokomis

Pedal Cycle Incidents

Expert in legal support for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' lack of care or dangerous conditions.

Flame Damages

Extending adept legal advice for individuals of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Medical Carelessness

Offering dedicated legal representation for patients affected by physician malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Liability

Managing cases involving problematic products, delivering expert legal assistance to victims affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Mistreatment

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to mistreatment in aged care environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble and Tumble Accidents

Adept in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking compensation for their damages.

Infant Wounds

Delivering legal assistance for kin affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Accidents

Collisions: Devoted to supporting patients of car accidents obtain equitable payout for hurts and losses.

Bike Accidents

Committed to providing representation for individuals involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for harm.

Big Rig Collision

Delivering experienced legal representation for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for hurts.

Building Site Collisions

Committed to representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Neurological Traumas

Dedicated to extending specialized legal assistance for individuals suffering from head injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Attack Traumas

Specialized in handling cases for clients who have suffered harms from dog bites or animal assaults.

Jogger Crashes

Specializing in legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering recovery.

Wrongful Demise

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and experienced legal guidance to ensure fairness.

Neural Trauma

Focused on advocating for individuals with spinal cord injuries, offering dedicated legal services to secure compensation.

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