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If you’re seeking representation for a construction site accident in Palos Hills, Carlson Bier demands your consideration. With professionalism and expertise at the forefront of their practice, our attorneys emphasize relentless advocacy for victims of construction accidents. The firm applies its comprehensive understanding of Illinois state law to fight tenaciously for the rights you deserve. This includes procuring compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and any potential pain or suffering endured due to a workplace incident. What sets Carlson Bier apart is not simply their vast legal experience; it’s an unwavering commitment to securing justice on behalf of clients affected by unfortunate events on construction sites. As personal injury leaders within the State of Illinois, we ensure that every case garners individual attention with tailored strategies aligned with client needs and circumstances surrounding their unique constructions site incidents. Trusting your case with Carlson Bier translates directly into placing faith in proven professionals dedicated entirely to getting you back onto solid ground following a debilitating event or accident at your place of work.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Palos Hills Illinois

At the highly esteemed law firm of Carlson Bier, we understand deeply that accidents and injuries can derail one’s life in an unexpected and devastating way. Our prowess lies in guiding asbestos victims from all over Illinois through these trying times, bringing them some form of relief, compassion, peace and most importantly – justice.

Construction sites are hotbeds for accidents given their inherently hazardous nature. Workers navigating these high-risk spheres face grave dangers daily- unstable structures, falling objects, mishandled heavy machinery- to name but a few perils. Injuries borne out of such happenstances usually take the form of broken bones, head trauma or even spinal cord injuries, not to neglect fatal instances as well.

More often than not workplace safeguards are frequently breached in these industries – lax safety precautions underpin majority lawsuits in this realm. Employers play a crucial role by duly protecting employees on construction sites by ensuring safety standards are upheld such as functioning equipment & gear along with sufficient training ahead of assigning tasks involving risk. These protocols remain paramount as required by OSHA regulations governing industry-specific stipulations around safety provisions shared with workers engaged on site.

Some key points about Construction Site Accidents include:

• Neglecting recognized hazards: Construction worker injury cases often revolve around employer negligence towards notable risks.

• Equipment failures: faulty equipment or improperly maintained tools can lead to serious harm.

• Inadequate fall protection: Falling remains amongst the top hazards at construction locales which underscores the importance of due protective measures like guardrails etc.

The experienced personal injury attorneys at Carlson Bier comprehend how strenuous dealing with injury aftermath plus a legal battle might seem adding to all the pain and stress. We strive relentlessly to alleviate your burden while steering you safely across complex legal waters concurrent with obtaining fair compensation commensurate with the extent of sustained injuries and other losses incurred therein.

To undertake representing clients against bigger entities like insurance firms isn’t easy either but our pool of accomplished lawyers come prepared. Our team possesses an incredible track record of success against top insurance firms and claim adjusters culminating in beneficial settlements or verdicts for our clientele making us a trusted advisor during their time of need.

However, there’s more to it than mere compensation. It’s about bringing erring parties to justice, standing up to corporate giants and ensuring that such accidents don’t happen again – all achieved without burdening you with any upfront costs since we operate on a contingency basis – meaning no attorney fees payable unless we win your case!

Taking legal action may seem daunting but rest assured, having an expert like Carlson Bier by your side can create a huge difference. Right from consulting industry-leading experts for effective defense testimony, amassing medical records to substantiating case strengths – we perform the heavy lifting while you focus solely on healing.

Events transpiring post-accident could make one feel alienated but remember your rights remain sacrosanct even amidst chaos. Our goal is two-fold; support individuals navigate through these difficult times and empower them legally so infringements upon their rights do not pass unchecked.

Carlson Bier – reputable allies unveiling clarity amid chaos. We champion those wronged under trying circumstances involving construction site mishaps empowering voices fighting large insurance conglomerates inherently favouring financial gain over altruistic claims resolution.

Navigating murky waters singlehandedly might seem overwhelming therefore we stand recommend seeking skilled legal counsel vis-a-vis your options ahead considering every accident comes unboxed with unique circumstances dictating rightful course hereafter led by careful calibration measuring maximum possible claim entitlement commensurate with individual damages thus suffered.

Should these words align with your search for justice after suffering from a construction site accident, get ready because your journey towards recovery starts immediately once you hit the button below! Find out how much YOUR unique case is worth as atonement fights back finding its deserving recipient right here at Carlson Bier!

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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 Palos Hills

Bike Collisions

Expert in legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Fire Damages

Offering specialist legal support for patients of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or carelessness.

Medical Malpractice

Ensuring specialist legal representation for patients affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Responsibility

Addressing cases involving faulty products, extending adept legal services to individuals affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Abuse

Advocating for the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring restitution.

Slip & Tumble Injuries

Specialist in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking compensation for their suffering.

Infant Harms

Supplying legal support for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Mishaps: Concentrated on supporting patients of car accidents obtain equitable remuneration for wounds and losses.

Motorcycle Collisions

Expert in providing legal services for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Semi Crash

Ensuring expert legal support for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for hurts.

Building Site Mishaps

Concentrated on representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Cerebral Harms

Specializing in offering compassionate legal advice for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Attack Damages

Specialized in dealing with cases for people who have suffered traumas from canine attacks or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Expert in legal assistance for joggers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Wrongful Death

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and skilled legal representation to ensure fairness.

Neural Harm

Focused on representing clients with spine impairments, offering professional legal assistance to secure compensation.

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