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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you have been involved in a slip and fall accident in Oak Brook, the expert legal team at Carlson Bier is dedicated to fighting for your rights and securing the compensation you deserve. With years of experience handling slip and fall cases, our seasoned personal injury lawyers are well-versed with Illinois laws, ensuring meticulously tailored representation throughout your case. We understand that each accident is unique; consequently, we strategize based on detailed damage assessment and thorough investigation of every incident to paint an accurate picture for strategic court proceedings. What sets Carlson Bier apart is not just our track record but also personalized client attention deeply rooted in compassion & understanding—something often overlooked by many law firms today. Your fight becomes our battle as we fiercely advocate on your behalf when negotiating with insurance companies or presenting your plight before a jury during trial — always aiming for maximum payout while preserving your dignity under traumatizing circumstances.

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Slip And Fall Accidents Lawyers in Oak Brook Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the impact a slip and fall accident can have on your life. These incidents are often more harmful than people anticipate, resulting in serious personal injuries that require lengthy recovery periods, enduring pain and suffering, potentially even job loss due to long term disability. You need advocates who will stand with you through this challenging time, holding responsible parties accountable for their negligence or misconduct.

Slip and fall accidents often occur because property owners fail to meet their responsibility of providing a safe environment. This could mean leaving spilled liquids unattended, neglecting icy sidewalks or stairs, allowing dangerous clutter to accumulate in walkways – the causes can be vast but they share one central theme: carelessness by those obligated to prevent such hazards.

We at Carlson Bier specialize in giving the victims of these accidents the best possible legal representation to see them through this trying time. Here’s what we bring to the table:

– Thorough investigation: We conduct comprehensive inquiries into all aspects of your case which includes visiting the site where your injury occurred, interviewing witnesses if any and collecting crucial evidence.

– Medical evaluation: Our team collaborates with medical experts who analyze every aspect of your injury and its effects on you from physical well-being to mental health implications.

– Expert negotiation: Years of experience have honed our skills at negotiating with insurance companies ensuring you receive fair compensation for your ordeal.

The state laws governing slip-and-fall claims are complex; however we possess an exceptional understanding of both Illinois statutes that apply specifically to these cases as well as broader principles encompassing tort law which addresses general personal injury matters. One thing is paramount – proving negligence falls onto us, not you! If a hazardous condition existed for so long that anyone should have taken corrective measures but didn’t, it supports claims for negligence clearly emphasizing why achieving successful results requires expert legal professionals like our attorneys here!

Navigating Personal Injury Law regarding Slip & Fall Accidents is an intricate and demanding process which requires experienced professionals. Carlson Bier has the specific knowledge necessary to pursue your claim effectively with strategic emphasis upon persuasively interpreting and presenting detailed evidence.

At Carlson Bier, we are committed to helping those affected by slip and fall accidents in Illinois receive just compensation for their hardships while affirming their rights under state law. We believe that no one should have to face the repercussions of a slip and fall accident alone, especially when it’s due to another person’s negligence or misconduct.

If you’ve been a victim of a slip & fall accident in Illinois, we want you to know – justice can be won! Take advantage of our legal expertise and allow us to partner with you. Learn how much your case may be worth by clicking on the button below. Stay assured; we at Carlson Bier don’t rest till justice is served.

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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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Slip & Fall Accidents FAQ​

The most common causes of slip and fall accidents in Chicago include:

  • Wet or slippery floors: This could include spills, leaks, and snow and ice.
  • Uneven surfaces: This could include potholes, cracks in the pavement, and loose floorboards.
  • Poor lighting: This could make it difficult to see hazards on the ground.
  • Obstructions: This could include cords, boxes, and other objects that are in the way.

If you have a slip and fall 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 the property owner or manager. This will create a record of the accident and help you build your case if you decide to file a lawsuit.
  • 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.
  • Contact a slip and fall accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a slip and fall 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 property owner or manager if you believe they were negligent in maintaining the property.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a slip and fall 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 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 slip and fall 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 Oak Brook

Pedal Cycle Incidents

Specializing in legal advocacy for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's negligence or dangerous conditions.

Flame Damages

Giving professional legal advice for patients of grave burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Healthcare Carelessness

Providing specialist legal representation for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Items Responsibility

Taking on cases involving problematic products, extending specialist legal services to consumers affected by faulty goods.

Aged Malpractice

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Fall and Tumble Accidents

Specialist in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal advice to victims seeking redress for their losses.

Birth Harms

Supplying legal guidance for loved ones affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Mishaps

Accidents: Committed to helping clients of car accidents receive fair recompense for injuries and harm.

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Dedicated to providing representation for victims involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for losses.

18-Wheeler Mishap

Delivering specialist legal support for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing appropriate settlement for hurts.

Building Site Crashes

Focused on defending workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Cognitive Impairments

Focused on providing expert legal support for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to incidents.

Canine Attack Harms

Expertise in tackling cases for people who have suffered wounds from dog bites or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Incidents

Specializing in legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering damages.

Wrongful Death

Fighting for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and adept legal support to ensure fairness.

Neural Harm

Expert in defending persons with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal support to secure recovery.

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