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About Carlson Bier Associates

When disastrous construction site accidents occur in Sunnyside, victims require exceptional legal guidance. Carlson Bier is committed to providing meticulous and aggressive representation, ensuring those affected obtain rightful compensation. Our experienced team of lawyers specializes exclusively in personal injury matters, specifically catering to Construction Site Accidents. Understanding the unique procedures involved – from gathering evidence and negotiating with insurance companies to navigating through complex Illinois laws – is our forte. Drawing upon vast knowledge built over years of practice, we are adept at securing maximum results for our clients; this has earned us widespread recognition as trusted advisers in our field.

At Carlson Bier, access to expert legal counsel does not end within office walls; it extends far beyond. We stand ready for Sunnyside residents requiring a staunch advocate following construction site mishaps- because geography should never hinder justice.

Choosing Carlson Bier means you select proficiency and reliability that comes only from proven professionalism – your best consideration when searching an optimal resolution for Construction Site Accident cases.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Sunnyside Illinois

At Carlson Bier, our focus is the practice of personal injury law with special emphasis on Construction Site Accidents within Illinois. Our firm’s roots run deep in this line, offering effective solutions anchored on robust legal expertise and substantiated trial experience for those affected by work-zone accidents. At the very backbone of our mission lies a relentless pursuit to ensure that all injured workers within construction sites do not have to shoulder the aftermath of these unfortunate situations alone.

Construction site accidents often result in severe injuries due to their hazardous nature fostering perilous interaction amongst labor force, heavy machinery, electrical systems, and building materials. These incidents may encompass falling from heights, electrocutions or power tool mishaps, crush injuries from machinery malfunction or toppling structures and slip-and-fall occurrences. A victim’s life can be significantly altered; physical pain paired with emotional turmoil to financial hardships resultant from medical bills and lost wages disrupts not just them but also their families.

Underpinning comprehensions about construction site accidents proves crucial:

• One must understand that multiple parties could bear responsibility for an accident.

• Evaluation of situational factors including safety practices deployed constitutes an integral part of assessing legal liability.

• Awareness regarding possible claim options—workers compensation claims with your employer or third-party claims against other entities involved is pivotal.

Carlson Bier ventures toward comprehensive assistance through each step essential to navigating these complicated legal avenues prevalent in Construction Site Accident litigation.

Unique challenges surface while asserting workers’ rights after a construction site accident: insurance companies’ reluctance playing out prominently wherein they downplay the extent of your damages or completely deny your claim posing bricks in walls. However, as Carlson Bier steps in, we pull against these tides bringing together an accomplished team capable of establishing causation between worksite negligence and resultant personal injury facilitating winning strategies map-outs—proffering you deserved compensation for losses.

As Veterans maneuvering victoriously around numerous like cases before—we point out the following key strategies for constructing a strong construction site accident case:

• Diligent capturing of all incident details, evidence preservation and immediate injury reporting.

• Seeking medical attention after an accident— documenting your injuries for potential future lawsuit requirements.

• Timely legal assistance consultation for proper claim management.

These measures function as bricks toward building a robust course of action tailored towards your right to compensation.

Each situation is distinctly unique. Thus, we deeply require to understand yours. At Carlson Bier, our approach isn’t akin to placing shapeless wood blocks into precise slots rather we mold situations in ways they stack up favorably unto each client’s claim. Whether it’s fighting against insurance companies’ sharks or battling out intricacies surrounding laws—we match steps with you ensuring no omission occurs in threading these needles.

Our journey commences with free initial consultations working through procedures involving intricate workers’ compensation norms, claims filing periods stipulations laid by Illinois law along personal injury compensation rights understanding assuring informed decisions making.

At this significant crossing between due fairness and justice underpinned by learned advice steeped deep in experience—you reach out realizing that ‘for workers patronizing heavy machines their safety would meaninglessly exist unless reinforced with rights’.

While the path leading towards Accident remuneration is marked largely by twists and turns, at Carlson Bier we pave roads smoothing ruffles on this journey pushing barriers away affording you space focusing on recovery while we press ahead invoking laws and bending them towards your rightful benefits. Construction site accidents may indeed be catastrophic but allow us to handle its aftermath defusing complexities around crafting sturdy cases circling work-place accidents framing a beneficial conclusion.

Does a recent construction site accident leave you fraught? Are bills piling with looming threats influencing financial stability all while managing painful recoveries? Permit us shouldering this responsibility off you—fight protective battles against intimidating forces standing between you and entitled damage restitution. After all, the success of a personal injury claim lies as much in the evidence, as it does in the attorney’s efficiency to present it compellingly.

Ready for us to stand by you ensuring a fair trial? Ready for us to fight your corner against wrong and work towards righting the latter part of your accident ‘s aftermath narrative? Please click on the button below. Let’s find out just how Carlson Bier can shift gears enabling compensation realization- bringing deserved reprieve swiftly traveling down this hard path. After all—it’s not just about representing an Accident case but representing ‘You’.

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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 Sunnyside

Bicycle Collisions

Expert in legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's recklessness or dangerous conditions.

Flame Wounds

Providing adept legal support for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Hospital Incompetence

Extending professional legal support for clients affected by clinical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Commodities Liability

Taking on cases involving defective products, providing expert legal services to customers affected by harmful products.

Nursing Home Abuse

Defending the rights of seniors who have been subjected to neglect in aged care environments, ensuring protection.

Slip and Tumble Occurrences

Skilled in managing fall and trip accident cases, providing legal services to individuals seeking justice for their damages.

Birth Traumas

Supplying legal aid for households affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Collisions

Crashes: Focused on guiding clients of car accidents obtain appropriate settlement for hurts and losses.

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Dedicated to providing legal advice for riders involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for harm.

Truck Collision

Providing experienced legal assistance for clients involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing rightful recovery for losses.

Building Mishaps

Committed to representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Neurological Injuries

Dedicated to ensuring specialized legal services for victims suffering from brain injuries due to negligence.

Dog Attack Wounds

Proficient in managing cases for victims who have suffered harms from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Jogger Crashes

Focused on legal assistance for joggers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering claims.

Unfair Demise

Fighting for relatives affected by a wrongful death, delivering compassionate and experienced legal support to ensure fairness.

Backbone Damage

Specializing in advocating for persons with spine impairments, offering specialized legal representation to secure justice.

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