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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the aftermath of a car accident, you require a steadfast team at your side. Carlson Bier represents that unwavering support in Southern View, Illinois. Our commendable track record and local reputation are key reasons why we have consistently been the first choice for those seeking assistance after mishaps on the road. Our group boasts highly proficient attorneys fluent in all matters of personal injury law with particular emphasis on car accident cases. We understand how important quick resolution is to our clients; hence our approach includes solid strategies geared towards speedy settlements or judgments favorable to you. At Carlson Bier, it’s not merely about legal representation, but also about compassionate counsel through difficult times ensuring smooth closure both legally and emotionally post trauma is crucial for us. People choose Carlson Bier because they know their needs will be prioritized by dedicated professionals committed to protecting their interests meticulously against larger insurance companies—providing peace-of-mind throughout this usually stressful ordeal.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Southern View Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, an outstanding personal injury attorney group based in Illinois. Our team of seasoned professionals specialize in handling cases related to car accidents that occur across the state. We understand how a sudden accident can throw your life into disarray and leave you grappling with several physical, emotional and financial challenges at once. That’s why we are committed to guiding you through these tumultuous times and providing comprehensive legal support right from start to finish.

Car accidents may result from numerous causes such as distracted driving, fatigue or impairment due to substances and/or alcohol consumption, reckless driving behaviours like speeding or tailgating, or even factors external to the driver like poor road conditions or weather extremes. Regardless of their cause however, they can lead to serious injuries ranging from whiplash and concussions to fractures, spinal cord injuries or traumatic brain injuries which deserve fair compensation.

Key points for understanding Car Accident Law in Illinois:

• Illinois is classified as an “at-fault” automobile insurance state which simply means that the party responsible for causing the motor vehicle accident will also be liable for any resulting harm.

• The statute of limitations gives victims two years from the date of their car accident injury within which they must file a claim.

• Negligence law allows reduction of damages if victim was partially at fault – otherwise known as comparative negligence.

• Damages could cover medical expenses (past & future), loss of income (past & future), property damage, pain, suffering, disfigurement & disability.

At Carlson Bier, our dedicated attorneys work tirelessly behind-the-scenes faithfully pursuing your rightful claims through adept negotiations with insurance adjusters while keeping your interests at heart. For those cases where negotiations don’t provide satisfactory results; we’re prepared to go one step ahead allthewayto trial defending your rights fiercely before a jury so as not let you become another statistic exploited by loopholes in the system dominated by large insurance companies.

Our track record of successes speaks for themselves; our reputation is built on the principle that every single client we take in our care deserves personalized attention and a tailor-made strategy crafted exclusively aiming at procuring favourable outcomes. Owing to our sharp acumen, commitment to excellence and thorough understanding of accident laws in Illinois; we’ve been able to consistently deliver results even against the most staunch opposition thereby ensuring that justice remains accessible.

One common mistake victims commit post accidents is underestimating the impact their injuries may have over time and resorting to quick settlements which seldom matches their real needs. At Carlson Bier, we understand the significance of careful evaluation considering every minute detail related with your case whether it’s medical bills, rehabilitation costs, loss of income or potential future requirements closely consulting someon an extensive network of resources like industry expert witnesses who can shed light on complexities associated with car accidents.

Certainly taking on legal battles might seem overwhelming while you’re already grappling with distresses caused due to a car accident but remember trying to navigate alone without professional assistance could result in receiving far less than what you are entitled for. Therefore make a wise decision: don’t confront these challenges alone rather lean onto those who specialize in this domain and thus enhance your chances dramatically for procuring rightful compensation that correlates with your sufferings.

The road towards restoring normalcy after such life-altering incidents doesn’t necessarily have be arduous as it sounds, especially when you have strong advocates by your side relentlessly championing your cause. Hence without further delay click the button below where one of briefcase-wielding gladiators from Carlson Bier awaits eagerly ready enlighten how much worth does your unique situation presents once we apply years experience combined an arsenal effective strategies thereby providing precise guidelines what can expect next during this journey towards justice together hand-by-hand!

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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 Southern View

Cycling Collisions

Dedicated to legal services for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to others' negligence or unsafe conditions.

Fire Burns

Extending specialist legal assistance for sufferers of grave burn injuries caused by accidents or misconduct.

Healthcare Malpractice

Offering specialist legal assistance for individuals affected by physician malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Goods Responsibility

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, extending adept legal help to clients affected by defective items.

Geriatric Mistreatment

Representing the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in elderly care environments, ensuring restitution.

Trip and Stumble Occurrences

Skilled in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal services to victims seeking redress for their injuries.

Neonatal Damages

Delivering legal guidance for households affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Auto Collisions

Incidents: Devoted to aiding patients of car accidents gain fair remuneration for hurts and damages.

Scooter Crashes

Focused on providing legal advice for bikers involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for harm.

Big Rig Accident

Offering professional legal assistance for persons involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for injuries.

Construction Site Incidents

Engaged in representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or recklessness.

Brain Traumas

Specializing in ensuring expert legal services for individuals suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

Canine Attack Traumas

Proficient in tackling cases for persons who have suffered injuries from dog bites or animal assaults.

Jogger Collisions

Expert in legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering damages.

Unjust Demise

Working for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, providing caring and experienced legal representation to ensure fairness.

Spine Trauma

Expert in advocating for persons with paralysis, offering specialized legal support to secure settlement.

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