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About Carlson Bier Associates

When involved in a construction site accident in South Lawndale, securing reliable and proficient legal representation enhances your chances for achieving fair compensation. As such, the Carlson Bier attorney group stands as an ideal advocate with their established reputation for providing unsurpassed service to personal injury clients. The firm’s legal prowess is demonstrated by its proven track record of successful outcomes and its deep understanding of Illinois’ complex tort laws, particularly those relating to construction accidents. Its attorneys are relentless in challenging any entity whose negligence caused harm – from contractors to equipment manufacturers – ensuring you obtain full restitution entitlement. What sets Carlson Bier apart is not only its technical skill but also its compassionate approach that recognizes the emotional hurdles during these traumatic times; they pledge continuity of support coupled with steadfast professionalism – guiding you seamlessly through every step toward resolution while safeguarding your rights under Illinois law. Protection when injured at a construction site should not be compromised; it’s why entrusting your case to Carlson Bier promises optimal results based on credibility, experience, and dedication.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in South Lawndale Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, premier personal injury attorneys in the state of Illinois. Our expert team specializes in all facets of personal injury law, with a particular focus on Construction Site Accidents. Every day, hardworking individuals like you head off to construction sites armed with protective gear and safety training, placing immense trust in their employers and colleagues to maintain a safe working environment. Unfortunately, accidents do occur despite these precautions.

Construction site accidents can create a multitude of complex legal issues that require the knowledge and expertise of highly trained professionals. Our firm has years of experience navigating these intricate legal waters, bringing relief and justice to countless injured clients through our dedicated services.

Accidents at construction sites are often due to one or more factors that include negligence by co-workers or supervisors, failure to adhere to safety guidelines, equipment malfunction or faulty infrastructure among others. Injury resulting from these incidents could range from minor bruises and strains to life-threatening conditions like fractured bones, spinal injuries or even traumatic brain damage.

In situations involving construction site accidents:

• A timely investigation is crucial: Early evidence collection can make an enormous difference.

• In-depth understanding: Intimate familiarity with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards is key.

• Assessing Compensation: Full compensation may involve lost wages, pain-and-suffering damages as well as medical expenses—both immediate and ongoing—that arise due to the accident.

• Third-Party Liability: Contractors or other third-parties may be liable if their negligence contributed to your injury.

What sets Carlson Bier apart? Our lawyers diligently work not just on proving negligence on part of various entities involved but also ensure that our clients understand where they stand legally. We take pride in separating legal jargon from practical insight making potentially confusing information accessible so you’re never left feeling uncertain.

At Carlson Bier we believe knowledge empowers people – that’s why we want you informed about every step we undertake for your case. Whether it’s detailed explanations on insurance claim processes, medical liens or workers’ compensation laws– we want you to feel equipped and confident in understanding your legal journey.

What comes after a construction site accident can be overwhelming. We at Carlson Bier make it our objective to ensure that you don’t have to worry about the financial implications of your injuries. Our team meticulously investigates each case – tracking accidents back to their origin in order to establish liability. This meticulous process allows us to ascertain who exactly is financially responsible for the accident – making sure all guilty parties are held accountable.

At Carlson Bier, WE fight for YOU! If you’ve been impacted by a construction site accident, we urge you not to walk this path alone. Carve out some time and engage with our inept team here at Carlson Bier – let us give voice to your pain. Trust us with your story; allow us the honor of seeking justice on your behalf while ensuring that those responsible for causing harm pay their dues accordingly.

We value accountability over everything else and believe no one should suffer because of someone else’s negligence or disregard for safety norms. So why wait more? It’s time for action! Click the button below and find out what compensation may be available in response to your suffering from a construction site accident today!

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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 South Lawndale

Bike Collisions

Proficient in legal assistance for people injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' negligence or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Supplying skilled legal help for victims of serious burn injuries caused by events or misconduct.

Healthcare Malpractice

Providing professional legal advice for individuals affected by healthcare malpractice, including surgical errors.

Goods Accountability

Managing cases involving defective products, providing adept legal services to clients affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Misconduct

Supporting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Fall and Stumble Mishaps

Specialist in addressing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking compensation for their suffering.

Birth Harms

Extending legal assistance for families affected by medical misconduct resulting in childbirth injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Accidents: Devoted to guiding clients of car accidents secure appropriate recompense for hurts and destruction.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Committed to providing legal services for motorcyclists involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for losses.

Semi Accident

Ensuring professional legal services for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for harms.

Worksite Incidents

Focused on assisting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Neurological Injuries

Dedicated to extending compassionate legal representation for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to accidents.

K9 Assault Wounds

Specialized in managing cases for victims who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Expert in legal services for walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Undeserved Loss

Standing up for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, delivering empathetic and skilled legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Spinal Cord Harm

Specializing in assisting victims with backbone trauma, offering dedicated legal assistance to secure recovery.

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