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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’re seeking legal representation for a products liability case in Rantoul, look no further than Carlson Bier. With years of dedicated service and unparalleled expertise in personal injury law, we are focused on safeguarding the rights and interests of individuals impacted by defective or unsafe products. Whether it’s a faulty appliance, toxic food product, or inadequate safety equipment that has engendered harm to your life, trust us at Carlson Bier to navigate this complex field vigorously yet promptly. Our comprehensive understanding of Illinois law ensures meticulously prepared cases echoing profound analysis and iron-clad arguments before the court jury. Moreover, our tradition prioritizes client support — immediate response times teamed with personalized strategies augment your chances for compensation significantly. At Carlson Bier — we don’t just serve excellence We embody it; transforming uncertainty into conviction as we guide you step-by-step through this intricate process reaffirming justice is not only pursued but also realized every time with Carlson Bier representing your Products Liability claim.

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Products Liability Lawyers in Rantoul Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, a distinguished personal injury law firm based in Illinois. Our specialized group of attorneys are skilled in all aspects of personal injury law and are dedicated to securing the justice you deserve in your time of need. Products liability is one such critical area where we excel – helping individuals like yourself get their due recompense when they become victims to faulty or dangerous products.

When it comes to Product Liability cases, there exists an intricate web of laws that seek to protect consumers from damaged goods and hazardous substances. As esteemed legal practitioners, we know these laws inside out and are adept at deploying them effectively for accomplishing successful claims. These include:

• The Legal Doctrine: This permits the injured party to press charges against any part of the manufacturing chain – including distributors, retailers, and even manufacturers.

• Defenses Available: Parties potentially liable can employ certain defenses such as abuse/misuse of the product contrary to instructions.

• Statute Limitations: Most states set a deadline within which claims must be filed for a chance at compensation.

At Carlson Bier, our expertise stretches beyond understanding regulations; we collaborate with industry experts who assist us in building robust cases through credible scientific evidence and testimonies. We take pride in working diligently towards delineating instances where safety standards were overlooked or insufficient precautions carried out during production.

Our seasoned team employs meticulous strategies catering to three important components primarily involved in Products Liability– Negligence, Breach of Warranty (both Implied and Express), and Strict Liability.

• Negligence concerns demonstration by the plaintiff showing carelessness on part of defendants contributing causally towards injury/damage suffered.

• Breach of Warranty engages products failing to meet certain stipulated standards/safety assurances resulting in harm caused.

• Strict Liability delves into manufacturers being held responsible for damages regardless of whether they intended any harm with their defective productions.

We can assure you that combining this expertise with our unyielding commitment to your welfare, Carlson Bier stands prepared to take any Product Liability case head-on.

Burdened by confusing legal terminologies and procedures? Fret not; our firm believes in providing comprehensive support without drowning you in legal jargon. We break down complex litigation aspects into easily digestible information supporting you throughout the arduous process. Moreover, we understand that personal injury cases often accompany emotional turmoil apart from physical discomfort. With that perspective, compassion and understanding form essential building blocks of mutual trust and quality communication at Carlson Bier.

Moreover, we operate on contingency fees, meaning you pay us only when we secure a win for you – making it more accessible for everyone to reach out to us immediately when they suffer from injuries due to someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing. This approach aligns our success with yours which triggers high motivation within our team to fight relentlessly towards a favorable outcome – Your triumph is indeed ours!

Now is the time to react! If you’ve been victimized due to a faulty product leading tragically towards significant harm or even loss of life, please remember that hope isn’t lost yet. It may seem like an uphill climb right now but rest assured knowing that skilled professionals here at Carlson Bier are willing and ready to shoulder your burdensome journey.

Find yourself still pondering over questions? Get an immediate evaluation today risk-free! Unveil how much value can be propelled from your case by clicking the button below! Remember, each moment delayed simply deepens the potholes on your road towards justice while also placing vital evidence at risk of perishability so act immediately! Armed with unrivaled expertise and resources congregated meticulously over years of successful practice across Illinois state lines: Carlson Bier stands as your lighthouse amidst stormy weather known best as Products Liability predicaments.

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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 Rantoul

Bike Incidents

Specializing in legal representation for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others' recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Fire Wounds

Providing specialist legal support for individuals of grave burn injuries caused by events or recklessness.

Healthcare Malpractice

Delivering expert legal advice for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including surgical errors.

Products Accountability

Dealing with cases involving problematic products, supplying professional legal assistance to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Elder Malpractice

Protecting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to malpractice in care facilities environments, ensuring fairness.

Tumble & Stumble Injuries

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

Newborn Harms

Extending legal aid for relatives affected by medical carelessness resulting in newborn injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Mishaps: Concentrated on helping victims of car accidents receive equitable payout for harms and damages.

Motorbike Incidents

Committed to providing legal support for bikers involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for injuries.

18-Wheeler Crash

Ensuring professional legal support for drivers involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for hurts.

Construction Incidents

Concentrated on defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or irresponsibility.

Head Injuries

Expert in extending specialized legal support for victims suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

K9 Assault Harms

Specialized in tackling cases for people who have suffered harms from dog bites or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Incidents

Expert in legal representation for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering compensation.

Unwarranted Fatality

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and skilled legal assistance to ensure justice.

Backbone Impairment

Committed to assisting persons with spinal cord injuries, offering professional legal guidance to secure settlement.

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