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About Carlson Bier Associates

When you’re facing a products liability issue in Port Barrington, count on Carlson Bier to guide you every step of the way. Our reliable team of skilled products liability attorneys offers extensive expertise and relentless dedication in bringing justice to those who have suffered due to faulty or unsafe consumer goods. At Carlson Bier, we pride ourselves on our thorough case-building methods; meticulously scrutinizing all facets of the situation, ensuring nothing is overlooked. With such tremendous responsibility that comes with a products liability case, it’s vital you have knowledgeable lawyer standing by your side – this firm is undoubtedly your best choice for protection under Illinois law. We educate our clients about their rights while championing their cause with determination and integrity. Make no mistake; choosing Carlson Bier is akin to selecting confidence, experience and proficiency personified within one accomplished unit acting as your legal shield during these challenging times – always ready for battle if need be! Opt for the standard-bearer when it comes to dealing with Products Liability cases: Choose us – Choose Excellence. The team at Carlson Bier awaits your call today.

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Products Liability Lawyers in Port Barrington Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that behind each Products Liability claim there are real individuals who are often grappling with physical pain, emotional distress and substantial financial hardships. Our compassionate and seasoned personal injury attorneys stand ready to work tirelessly in pursuit of fair compensation for you. Based in Illinois, our law firm is well-versed and experienced in meticulously navigating products liability cases which revolve around the principle that manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, retailers, and others who make products available to the public are held responsible for any injuries those products cause.

To understand a bit more about product liability; it essentially refers to a manufacturer or seller being held liable for placing a defective product into the hands of consumers. Harmful consequences may arise from faulty design, manufacturing defect or failure to provide adequate warnings or instructions about how to safely use the product. Why is this crucial? It’s because when these companies fail in their duty to guarantee safety of their products they unleash potential harm onto unsuspecting consumers—You—which could have unfavorable impacts on your health and overall quality of life.

Carlson Bier has taken an unfolding variety of defective consumer goods head on. From automotive parts to children’s toys and pharmaceuticals – we’ve challenged corporations failing their responsibility towards public safety:

• Defective Vehicles: In circumstances where vehicle malfunctions occur due their faulty design such as air bag defects or tire tread separation leading accidents.

• Dangerous Drugs: Whether prescribed by doctors or over-the-counter medications causing severe side effects not publicized by drug producers.

• Substandard Medical Devices: These include pacemakers malfunctioning or artificial joints causing infections – catastrophic implications on patient’s health.

• Contaminated Food: Causing food poisoning leading to conditions like E.coli and salmonella poisoning with lethal potentials if untreated.

When you choose Carlson Bier as your personal injury attorney group, you’re choosing advocates dedicated to uphold your rights against all odds — whether it’s rogue mega corporations or well-hidden clauses in the fine print. We strive to deliver justice for those wronged by unsafe products, and can guide you step-by-step through a product liability claim from evidence gathering, negotiation right up to representing your cause in court if required.

Victims of defective or unsafe products may be entitled to compensation for direct medical costs, rehabilitation expenses, loss of earnings capacity, pain and suffering, mental anguish or even wrongful death claims if a family member has tragically passed away due to faulty product. We thoroughly analyze each case we take on its unique merits ensuring that we build solid groundwork standing against liable parties involved with their insurance companies – seeking maximum possible compensation rightfully owed for your losses.

At Carlson Bier our verdicts and settlements affirm our commitment towards delivering outcomes that help our clients recover their life back as much possible after an unfortunate event caused by flippant doings of manufacturers. Our track record proves we’re locked onto nurturing trust while maximizing recovery because people matter more than profits.

Remember, legal rights aren’t like fine wine—they don’t get better with age. To fight for what you deserve and make sure culpable parties are held answerable – timely action is significantly crucial.

Search no further; let the knowledgeable attorneys at Carlson Bier assist you today! Below is a button which will lead you closer to understanding what your case could be worth monetarily—nothing less than fair reckoning of your ordeal caused by reckless manufacturers playing havoc with innocent lives such as yours. Don’t wait another minute – Click below now! Your journey towards justice starts right here – at Carlson Bier where the scales tip favorably towards innocents bearing the brunt of manufactural negligence.

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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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Product Liability FAQ​

Product liability is the legal responsibility of manufacturers, distributors, sellers, and suppliers for injuries caused by defective products.

The three main types of product liability claims are:

  • Manufacturing defects: These defects occur during the manufacturing process and cause the product to be unsafe.
  • Design defects: These defects exist in the design of the product and make it inherently unsafe.
  • Marketing defects: These defects occur when the manufacturer or seller fails to adequately warn consumers about the dangers of the product.

The signs and symptoms of a product liability injury can vary depending on the type of product that caused the injury. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Physical injuries: These could include cuts, bruises, burns, fractures, and other injuries.
  • Property damage: This could include damage to your home, car, or other belongings.
  • Economic losses: These could include lost wages, medical expenses, and other financial losses.

The treatment options for product liability injuries will vary depending on the severity of the injuries. However, some common treatment options include:

  • Surgery: Surgery may be required to repair injuries that were caused by a defective product.
  • Physical therapy: Physical therapy may be required to help patients regain their strength and mobility after suffering an injury.
  • Occupational therapy: Occupational therapy may be required to help patients learn to perform activities of daily living after suffering an injury.
  • Medications: Medications may be required to treat pain and other symptoms of product liability injuries.

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit for a product liability injury if you have been injured due to a defective product. A product liability lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

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Areas of Practice in Port Barrington

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Dedicated to legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' carelessness or perilous conditions.

Scald Traumas

Giving skilled legal assistance for individuals of intense burn injuries caused by events or carelessness.

Physician Negligence

Ensuring dedicated legal support for clients affected by hospital malpractice, including negligent care.

Items Responsibility

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, supplying adept legal help to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Abuse

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

Slip & Trip Accidents

Skilled in dealing with fall and trip accident cases, providing legal support to individuals seeking restitution for their damages.

Infant Injuries

Delivering legal assistance for kin affected by medical incompetence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Automobile Collisions

Collisions: Devoted to aiding victims of car accidents secure reasonable payout for harms and damages.

Scooter Crashes

Expert in providing legal services for individuals involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for damages.

18-Wheeler Accident

Extending specialist legal services for victims involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing just recompense for damages.

Building Site Incidents

Focused on representing staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or misconduct.

Cerebral Damages

Committed to providing specialized legal services for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Harms

Adept at managing cases for people who have suffered injuries from canine attacks or animal assaults.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Specializing in legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering damages.

Unfair Loss

Advocating for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and skilled legal assistance to ensure redress.

Spine Trauma

Committed to defending persons with spinal cord injuries, offering expert legal guidance to secure settlement.

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