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About Carlson Bier Associates

When construction site accidents occur in Round Lake, navigating the legal system may seem daunting; that’s where Carlson Bier steps in as a beacon of hope. Renowned for their stellar expertise in personal injury law and understanding of Construction Site Accident cases, they’ve earned distinction in Illinois with an unyielding commitment to ensuring victims receive fair compensation. Their thorough comprehension of OSHA regulations and construction industry standards ensures proper insight on each case, offering you the advantage necessary to tackle challenging claim processes effectively. Leveraging sharp analytical skills along with detailed investigative approaches, evaluating possible safety violations becomes less complex while ensuring that no stone remains unturned during fact-finding missions. Effective communication coupled with remarkable negotiation strategies bolsters your chances of securing optimal settlement terms or even triumphing if circumstances lead to trial proceedings.

Choosing Carlson Bier signifies entrusting your case to seasoned professionals committed relentlessly toward safeguarding rights while pursuing justice following unfortunate job-site mishaps. Regulatory complexities are worth contending when adequate representation from our team is available – making Carlson Bier a predominant choice for successfully handling Construction Site Accident litigations around Round Lake.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Round Lake Illinois

Carlson Bier is a law firm renowned for its exceptional personal injury attorney group based in Illinois. We specialize in several areas of personal injury law, with a key focus on Construction Site Accidents. Our team’s commitment to justice and reparation empowers clients who have experienced serious injuries at construction sites.

At Carlson Bier, we understand the immense physical, emotional, and financial toll these accidents can take. Occupational safety protocols should anticipate and prevent possible site mishaps; when they fail to do so, lives can be profoundly — sometimes irrevocably — affected. The victims may suffer from spinal cord injuries, head trauma or fractures as well as being at risk for conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Scenarios such as falling from heights or getting struck by machinery, debris or tools are just some examples of potential hazards faced in this high-risk environment.

The rules governing construction site safety are outlined under regulations issued by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Unfortunately, many violations occur due to negligence or deliberate oversight:

– Hazard Communication Standard: This rule requires employers to inform their workers about available hazardous chemicals.

– Scaffolding Requirements: OSHA’s provision encompasses specifying scaffold protection measures.

– Fall Protection Measures: Workers must be safeguarded against situations that could lead to falls.

– Training Requirements: Employers must provide necessary training to alert employees about potential dangers.

These ignored guidelines can serve as foundational pillars in your litigation process — ensuring culpability rests where it rightfully belongs.

Beyond dealing with medical burdens and pain caused by your accident on top of concerns at work, the aftermath of such an incident deals another blow in terms of navigating complex insurance claims. Insurers typically aim for minimum compensation payouts where possible — making negotiations difficult. That’s where we come into play – our astute lawyers recognize these tactics having dealt with countless similar cases over the years leading us to attain substantial settlements for our clients.

At Carlson Bier, we believe in a comprehensive approach to your case; investigating the accident comprehensively, determinedly following up leads that substantiate your claim and guaranteeing appropriate experts represent your side during depositions and trial. Our extensive network of resources aids us in this endeavor, teamed with our vast industry knowledge leveraging workers’ compensation benefits to offset any expenses.

It’s vital for those injured on construction sites to quickly seek legal counsel. This allows timely filing and tracking of critical details like witness accounts and photographs — these potentially ephemeral sources could later prove pivotal in court. Remember, Illinois Law states you have two years from an injury occurrence within which to lodge your personal injury claim — time is indeed of the essence.

Payment concerns post such traumatic scenarios are understandably high for most victims. Recognizing this situation we work under contingency payment mode: meaning, we only get paid if you do. It’s simple – no retrieval, no attorney fees.

Are you or a loved one grappling with healing after suffering an adverse personal incident on a construction site? Looking for guidance through this trying period rich in medical evaluations, therapy appointments not forgetting wrangling with defiant insurance companies? Your solution may be closer than anticipated – consider allowing Carlson Bier’s determined and proven team lead charge combating fiercely for fair recompense owed you by law. Hope needn’t dwindle – start rebuilding instead… We’re just a phone call away!

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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 Round Lake

Bicycle Crashes

Expert in legal representation for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' indifference or risky conditions.

Scald Injuries

Giving skilled legal assistance for sufferers of severe burn injuries caused by incidents or recklessness.

Hospital Malpractice

Delivering expert legal services for patients affected by medical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Merchandise Fault

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, offering expert legal services to individuals affected by harmful products.

Nursing Home Misconduct

Protecting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to mistreatment in nursing homes environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble & Fall Injuries

Adept in handling stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking restitution for their damages.

Infant Harms

Providing legal support for loved ones affected by medical carelessness resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Mishaps

Collisions: Concentrated on supporting sufferers of car accidents receive fair settlement for wounds and damages.

Scooter Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal services for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

18-Wheeler Incident

Ensuring specialist legal services for drivers involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for harms.

Building Site Incidents

Dedicated to advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Brain Damages

Specializing in providing expert legal support for clients suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Damages

Proficient in managing cases for people who have suffered damages from dog bites or creature assaults.

Cross-walker Mishaps

Dedicated to legal services for joggers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering claims.

Unfair Death

Standing up for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and professional legal guidance to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Harm

Focused on defending persons with vertebral damage, offering expert legal services to secure justice.

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