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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the complex field of Products Liability, choosing an able and experienced attorney team becomes essential. Carlson Bier can confidently step up to fill those shoes for you in West Chicago. Our firm thrives on championing your rights against corporations that manufacture or sell defective products causing harm. We leave no stone unturned to fight injustice and bring the responsible parties into accountability legally, thus ensuring maximal compensation for our clients’. With a personable approach towards every individual case backed by robust legal acumen specific to Products Liability, we stand tall among Illinois’s personal injury lawyers territory. Also developing a comprehensive understanding of local legal landscape plays pivotal role in effective representation which is exactly why residents trust us.The reputation Carlson Bier commands doesn’t merely reside in our win-loss ratios, but also relies upon our ethical practicing method – adhering strictly by all regulations mandated under Illinois law.Our dedication matches our professionalism rendering us as an ideal choice when pursuing any Product Liability matter.Make certain you have the very best—choose Carlson Bier.Ensuring justice isn’t just duty—it’s an honor!

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Products Liability Lawyers in West Chicago Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we bring into focus the broad and intricate domain of Products Liability and strive to address the rights of those who have been affected by a defective or unsafe product. As established personal injury lawyers based in Illinois, we understand that each case is unique with its own set of complexities. Thus, we ensure personalized service tailored to your needs.

Products liability is an area of law where manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, retailers and others who manufacture goods for public consumption can be held responsible if any of these products are defective resulting into injury or damage. It envelops several types of defects: design flaws that make the item inherently dangerous; manufacturing errors where a flaw occurs during production; failure to provide adequate warnings or instructions about how to safely use the item.

● Design Defects involve inherent dangers present in products because they were poorly designed.

● Manufacturing Defects occur when items are incorrectly assembled or constructed leading them being unsafe.

● Failure modes relate primarily to lapses in providing complete and proper safety information along with instructions regarding usage protocols.

Stressful times follow after suffering an injury caused by a malfunctioning product but it’s important to know you’re not alone – legal help is at hand! With Carlson Bier’s unrivaled commitment towards championing our clients’ interests, one can trust us to navigate through this often-complex terrain effectively. We embark upon comprehensive investigations that examine every detail surrounding your case – from understanding how you got injured due to the defect to strategizing how best you might seek compensation.

When suing for damages associated with faulty merchandise, three potential defendants usually arise including manufacturers (large companies), retailer (store selling individual products) and middlemen (wholesaler). We elaborate on all elements involved within litigating a faulty product case – establishing proof for ruling out user error as well as demonstrating manufacturer negligence.

Understandably lawsuits relating defective goods also leads families under strain aside from debilitating physical injuries, hence our aim at the heart of every case is to seek compensation covering all necessary dimensions: medical bills, physical suffering or emotional distress incurred due to this unanticipated event alongside lost wages if any from inability to work.

Products liability claims can have significant implications on an individual’s life, and we ensure that successful pursuit for justice doesn’t simply stop at a verdict. We firmly believe in empowering our clients with knowledge that brings value not only within the scope of their circumstances but also beyond – enabling them make informed decisions when it comes to understanding the pathway righting wrongs.

As you tread this legal journey with Carlson Bier by your side, benefit from an ally who seamlessly links professional expertise and human sensitivity. Our team combines potent knowledge in products’ liability law with empathetic understanding towards what you’re going through – forging pathways bringing effective results ensconced within genuine care.

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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 West Chicago

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Expert in legal support for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Flame Injuries

Giving adept legal services for victims of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Physician Incompetence

Extending experienced legal representation for clients affected by clinical malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Obligation

Addressing cases involving problematic products, offering expert legal assistance to individuals affected by harmful products.

Aged Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to abuse in nursing homes environments, ensuring compensation.

Tumble and Slip Mishaps

Adept in managing trip accident cases, providing legal advice to persons seeking justice for their losses.

Infant Damages

Extending legal help for families affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Vehicle Mishaps

Collisions: Concentrated on guiding clients of car accidents receive just remuneration for damages and destruction.

Motorbike Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal assistance for victims involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

Semi Mishap

Extending experienced legal advice for victims involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing just recovery for harms.

Building Site Crashes

Focused on advocating for workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or carelessness.

Head Traumas

Focused on ensuring compassionate legal support for victims suffering from head injuries due to carelessness.

K9 Assault Damages

Expertise in addressing cases for clients who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or creature assaults.

Foot-traveler Collisions

Dedicated to legal representation for walkers involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering claims.

Wrongful Passing

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, providing sensitive and skilled legal representation to ensure fairness.

Vertebral Injury

Expert in advocating for clients with spine impairments, offering compassionate legal support to secure justice.

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