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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with the misfortune of a car accident in Pawnee, selecting an exceptional attorney to defend your rights is crucial. Carlson Bier emerges as one of the top choices in such scenarios. What sets us apart? We bring years of experience dealing specifically with auto accidents and personal injury cases, thereby equipping us prominently to handle any situation or surprise that may arise during proceedings. Our attorneys at Carlson Bier assure you meticulous attention to detail, coupled with unwavering dedication towards obtaining the most favorable outcome for our clients. We take pride in being abreast with Illinois state laws on car accidents; hence we are adept at applying them strategically for your benefit, leaving no potential source of compensation overlooked. Recognizing that each case is unique and requires specific legal approach makes Carlson Bier more than just another attorney firm – we excel at tailoring astute legal solutions suited best for every client’s needs rather than delivering recycled advice.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Pawnee Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, your expert team of dedicated personal injury lawyers based right here in Illinois. We specialize in representing individuals who have suffered personal injuries as a result of car accidents. With our vast experience and enduring commitment to securing justice and compensation for our clients, we are the allies you can depend on at this difficult time.

The aftermath of a car accident can be an overwhelming period: an array of feelings may rush through a person’s mind – fear, confusion and stress just to name a few. One thing is certain; knowledge is power when it comes to navigating these challenging waters. The role that attorneys play in recovering damages suffered after such distressing events cannot be overstated.

Car accidents happen every day due to a variety of reasons ranging from reckless driving, speeding, fatigue or even the adverse weather conditions. Some key things that occur after an accident include assessing injuries sustained by parties involved, property damage inspection and gathering relevant information from witnesses present. Besides immediate medical attention which must be given paramount importance following any major vehicle collision or minor fender benders alike, there are other complex processes like claim filing procedures among various insurance providers with concurrent police reports that need accurate documentation.

Ensuring proper representation during these proceedings helps safeguard your interests while working towards the rightful settlement deserved after being wrongfully harmed.

At Carlson Bier:

– Our legal expertise penetrates all layers of complexity surrounding auto accident cases

– We help gather critical evidence supporting claims made

– Our client-sensitive approach ensures personalized solutions for different case scenarios

– Our persistence in championing for victim rights boosts chances at rightful settlements

Our ultimate goal is achieving maximum recovery on your behalf so that you can focus more importantly on healing from injuries endured.

Indiana law has stringent regulations related to misrepresented advertising – disclosing details about physical office locations is one such component laid down by legislation within our jurisdiction. Here at Carlson Bier we adhere strictly to compliance measures ensuring transparency built upon trust.

We serve communities across Illinois and our office locations are disclosed on request. As guides through this legal labyrinth, we aim to be as accessible as possible without overstating or misrepresenting the truth based on state-provided guidelines.

Under Illinois law, we’re obligated to clarify that although we do not have a physical office located in Pawnee, our team of dedicated personal injury lawyers uphold an unwavering commitment towards clients statewide. We cover vast territories across the region and endeavor to help any injured persons seeking just redress.

Car accidents can inflict profound harm both physically and emotionally, the repercussions of which may last for an extended period even after healing from visible injuries. The process of filing a claim and pursuing compensation requires sound experience, dedication and time; all these come together at Carlson Bier where each case is approached with an absolute commitment to securing what you rightfully deserve.

As you navigate through this often complex, challenging phase in life post-accident, we hope that you choose us – your reliable partners in pursuing justice back for unfair losses suffered due to someone else’s negligence on road.Any one injured in auto accidents deserve rightful compensation.As worthy representation is key to achieving maximum settlements, having professional legal aid by your side becomes crucial under such circumstances.

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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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Car Accident FAQ​

The most common causes of car accidents in Chicago include:

  • Driver negligence: This includes distracted driving, speeding, and failing to yield.
  • Road conditions: Potholes, uneven pavement, and other road hazards can cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles.
  • Vehicle defects: Defective vehicles can cause accidents in a variety of ways.
  • Weather conditions: Rain, snow, and ice can make roads slick and dangerous.

If you are involved in a car 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.
  • Exchange information with the other driver. Get their name, address, insurance information, and license plate number.
  • 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.
  • Report the accident to the police. This will create a record of the accident and help you get help if you need it.
  • Contact a car accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a car 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 driver who caused your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a car 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.

In a car 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.

     

    Property damage: This includes the cost of repairing or replacing your vehicle.

    Punitive damages: These damages are awarded to punish the defendant for egregious or reckless conduct.

The statute of limitations for car 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 Pawnee

Bicycle Mishaps

Focused on legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' recklessness or unsafe conditions.

Burn Burns

Offering expert legal help for patients of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Hospital Carelessness

Ensuring expert legal advice for victims affected by healthcare malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Liability

Taking on cases involving faulty products, providing skilled legal support to clients affected by defective items.

Senior Misconduct

Representing the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in elderly care environments, ensuring restitution.

Tumble and Stumble Occurrences

Specialist in tackling trip accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking restitution for their injuries.

Childbirth Injuries

Providing legal assistance for relatives affected by medical incompetence resulting in birth injuries.

Car Mishaps

Incidents: Focused on supporting patients of car accidents get just compensation for injuries and impairment.

Scooter Crashes

Committed to providing legal services for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for damages.

Truck Crash

Ensuring professional legal advice for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just settlement for damages.

Building Site Mishaps

Engaged in defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Brain Traumas

Expert in ensuring professional legal representation for patients suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Harms

Expertise in addressing cases for people who have suffered damages from puppy bites or animal attacks.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Focused on legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Unfair Passing

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, extending compassionate and adept legal representation to ensure redress.

Spinal Cord Harm

Focused on assisting individuals with backbone trauma, offering compassionate legal guidance to secure redress.

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