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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with the aftermath of a car accident in Viola, trusted legal support is vital. That’s where Carlson Bier comes into play—experienced personal injury lawyers known for their dedication to protecting your rights. With extensive knowledge of Illinois traffic and personal injury laws, Carlson Bier provides not only exceptional representation but ethical, compassionate guidance throughout the arduous legal process. Our commitment to delivering comprehensive assistance ensures we investigate all factors contributing to the accident and work tirelessly towards securing just compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, vehicle damage or any long-term impacts your life may endure due to another’s negligence on the road. Choice matters when picking a car accident attorney; choosing experience combined with tenacity optimizes outcomes. With a proven track record fraught with success stories reverberating across Illinois regions – from landmark cases won to lives significantly improved post-accident – it’s clear why many consider Carlson Bier an invaluable ally during such tumultuous times.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Viola Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand that being involved in a car accident can be a traumatic and life-altering experience. As highly experienced personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, our primary goal is to help victims of automobile accidents navigate the legal complexities surrounding such incidents and ensure they receive fair compensation for their pain and suffering. Navigating this journey with professional expertise will not only diminish your concerns but also add significant value to achieving positive outcomes.

A car accident can change lives within seconds causing severe injuries that can take weeks, months or even years from which to recover. Furthermore, financial implications from medical bills, rehabilitation charges, loss of earnings due to incapacity may heap up adding an additional layer of stress on you. But worry no more – the team at Carlson Bier is here dedicatedly working for you day after day reinforcing justice where it’s been challenged.

When involved in an auto accident there are some key points one must always remember:

• Never leave the scene until it’s appropriate

• Check everyone’s safety first including yours

• Call the police right away

• Take photographs if possible

• Exchange information with other parties involved but never admit liability

• Consult a seasoned attorney immediately

Carlson Bier has developed tremendous expertise over years dealing with Personal Injury Insurance Companies and Accident Reconstruction Experts mitigating any attempts by defendant insurance companies trying to refute claims put forward by innocent victims like you.

With us by your side, you gain power over intimidation techniques used by many insurers who would otherwise want to pay less than what is rightfully owed to you because we strive for maximum claim settlement.

The CAM (Case Assessment Methodology) developed in-house by our legal experts ensures complete scrutiny leaving no stone unturned when preparing legal defense in favor of clients just like you. We fight till last breath making sure illegalities do not deter us protecting your rightful claims so that justice indeed get served fairly and promptly.

By choosing Carlson Bier Illinois law firm, you are not just gaining an attorney but a dedicated team working relentlessly on your behalf. We pride ourselves on maintaining responsive communication and transparency throughout the process ensuring every client has comprehensive understanding of their case’s progress.

At Carlson Bier, we have earned our reputation from the commitment shown to each case individually leading to optimal outcomes in compensation settlements irrespective of how severe or technical the accident was.

The aftershock of an auto collision can be overwhelming, intimidating and filled with uncertainty, but you don’t have to face it alone. When dealing with lifesaving decisions do not hesitate in seeking expert opinion even if you feel it’s unwarranted at present moment as laws keep changing rapidly that only specialized legal experts could cope up professionally.

Now when doubt prevails about what can be done next? Or wondering how much would my case worth? Seek no more because help is merely a click away. The team at Carlson Bier understands what clients go through after traumatic experiences like car accidents therefore for your convenience and saving precious time, we’ve deployed state-of-the-art technology which assesses claim value instantly online using sophisticated data parsing methods previously used by insurance companies directly against you turning tables roundly.

Click the button below now so that one of our experienced attorneys may guide you further answering all queries and relieving stress helping rebuild peace shattered by unfortunate incidents such as car accidents back again in life.

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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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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 Viola

Bike Mishaps

Focused on legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others' indifference or unsafe conditions.

Scald Injuries

Giving specialist legal services for sufferers of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or indifference.

Healthcare Misconduct

Delivering specialist legal representation for persons affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Products Fault

Taking on cases involving unsafe products, extending expert legal help to clients affected by product-related injuries.

Nursing Home Malpractice

Protecting the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to misconduct in aged care environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble & Stumble Mishaps

Skilled in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal representation to individuals seeking restitution for their damages.

Newborn Harms

Extending legal guidance for relatives affected by medical malpractice resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Accidents

Incidents: Dedicated to helping sufferers of car accidents secure just settlement for wounds and harm.

Scooter Collisions

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for losses.

Trucking Incident

Offering specialist legal advice for drivers involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing adequate recompense for harms.

Worksite Crashes

Concentrated on representing workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or negligence.

Head Injuries

Expert in extending compassionate legal representation for clients suffering from cognitive injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Damages

Skilled in handling cases for people who have suffered harms from dog bites or animal assaults.

Pedestrian Accidents

Focused on legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering damages.

Unfair Fatality

Standing up for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending sensitive and skilled legal support to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Damage

Expert in representing individuals with paralysis, offering specialized legal representation to secure settlement.

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