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About Carlson Bier Associates

When it comes to navigating the complexities of Products Liability cases, turn to the expertise and experience at Carlson Bier. Renowned across Illinois for their sharp legal acumen, they have dedicated professionals who understand how crucial these claims can be. They specialize in providing unwavering representation for victims harmed by defective products. Each attorney within this respected firm fights steadfastly on your behalf, striving tirelessly to secure the best possible outcomes and guarantee maximum compensation for their clients’ losses.

Carlson Bier’s legal team is renowned for its prodigious knowledge when handling unique aspects of liability cases– a testament to years spent acquiring specialized skills while consistently staying abreast with new regulatory dynamics in product safety laws. Remember that should you require tenacious advocates willing to go above and beyond in unwinding the intricate web spun around Product Liability lawsuits; Carlson Bier stands as an optimal choice.

Whether you’re situated in Urbana or another part of Illinois looking into Product’s Liability assistance, make no mistake: relying on such unmatched diligence offers impactful reassurance during turbulent times. Let Carlson Bier guide your steps towards justice; because when it comes down to taming complex liabilities…they are simply unbeatable!

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Products Liability Lawyers in Urbana Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in personal injury law and are deeply committed to our pursuit of justice for those harmed by products liability errors. We firmly believe that manufacturers should be held accountable for defective or hazardous goods, especially when such lapse leads to significant burden on your well-being, costing you both personally and financially.

Products liability refers to a manufacturer or seller being held liable for placing a defective product into consumers’ hands. It’s an area of the legal field where strict liability applies – meaning parties can be held responsible regardless of negligence or fault. The driving principle behind this is public safety; every consumer has the right to expect that the products they buy are safe and functional.

In Illinois, there are three primary types of products liability cases. Firstly, manufacturing defects: these issues occur during construction or production of a good. Secondly, design defects: inherent to its blueprint before manufacture even begins, creating unnecessary risks even when used as intended. Thirdly, failure to warn: insufficient instructions and warnings lead consumers unknowingly towards danger.

When dealing with any kind of products liability case at Carlson Bier, our role as your trusted personal injury attorney includes:

• Proving that the product was indeed defective

• Confirming that there was adequate use (or reasonable misuse) leading to your injury

• Demonstrating that the defect directly caused harm whilst it was marketed

• Establishing that other factors didn’t lead substantially towards the injury

Given these complex dimensions surrounding each case, possessing highly-skilled representation sets up precedent for putting forth strong claims backed by factual evidence – and this is what we strive to achieve here at Carlson Bier.

Our approach extends far past just understanding how injuries happen; it delves deeper into comprehending ways through which faulty manufacturing processes can be proven legally responsible across varied circumstances – enabling effective challenge against companies who’ve seemingly neglected their duty of care towards innocent patrons like yourself.

Furthermore, not only do we relentlessly advocate on your behalf to ensure rightful compensation, but we also consider our role educational. Through detailed explanations and digestible understandings of complex principles, Carlson Bier empowers clients with critical legal knowledge – allowing them peace of mind in understanding every aspect of their case.

Should there be questions about potential hazards presented by a product you’ve used or the possibility that manufacturer negligence contributed towards an injury or loss you’ve suffered, don’t hesitate to seek legal counsel today. With years of experience, our dedicated team at Carlson Bier is ready and willing to fight for your rights as a consumer.

Remember: when impacted negatively by faulty products or inadequate warning labels – even if unsure about eligibility regarding filing a claim – it’s crucial to speak with a professional attorney who can evaluate circumstances holistically before advising upon next steps – as each personal injury case is unique unto itself.

As advocates for consumer rights against dangerous & defective products across Illinois, our attorneys have deep acquaintance with nuances surrounding product liability laws. Beyond this deft mastery required in pursuit of justice, it’s empathy and compassion which help crystallize us as leaders within our realm. It fuels continuity in delivering stellar service honed around one objective; easing impending adversities faced due to others’ negligence so rightful living stands restored for each client reposed authentically within our care at Carlson Bier.

Crucially, please remember that time constraints exist on making legal claims related to personal injuries in Illinois (also known as Statute of Limitations). Hence – should you or someone dear become victimized owing to product related mishaps– seeking guidance early whilst preserving important evidence helps immensely during proceedings aimed at securing merited compensation sought.

Wondering where you stand? Gauge the value pertaining your specific situation without delay! Click the button below for a no-obligation consultation—let’s uncover how best we can assist in returning stability back into life disrupted unjustly by adverse experiences related through product liabilities.

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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 Urbana

Two-Wheeler Incidents

Focused on legal advocacy for people injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' indifference or risky conditions.

Thermal Damages

Giving skilled legal help for people of severe burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Clinical Carelessness

Extending specialist legal services for victims affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Items Accountability

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, providing expert legal guidance to customers affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Neglect

Protecting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to neglect in elderly care environments, ensuring restitution.

Trip and Slip Mishaps

Skilled in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking restitution for their losses.

Newborn Damages

Delivering legal help for kin affected by medical misconduct resulting in neonatal injuries.

Auto Crashes

Accidents: Dedicated to assisting patients of car accidents receive equitable settlement for damages and damages.

Motorbike Accidents

Expert in providing legal assistance for individuals involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

Trucking Accident

Offering adept legal support for drivers involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for injuries.

Building Site Collisions

Engaged in advocating for employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or negligence.

Cognitive Damages

Dedicated to providing dedicated legal advice for persons suffering from neurological injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Damages

Specialized in tackling cases for victims who have suffered traumas from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Foot-traveler Crashes

Committed to legal representation for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering compensation.

Unfair Demise

Fighting for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, providing understanding and skilled legal representation to ensure compensation.

Backbone Harm

Dedicated to supporting individuals with backbone trauma, offering professional legal services to secure redress.

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