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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with construction site accidents in West Elsdon, turning to the distinguished Carlson Bier law group can make a world of difference. As admired personal injury lawyers, our advanced skillset and rich experience equip us to adeptly navigate the intricate Illinois laws governing these complex cases. Construction site incidents routinely demand thorough investigations, intricate liability determinations, negotiations with insurance companies – all within precise deadlines. That’s where our unique expertise shines through as we diligently safeguard your rights. We provide comprehensive guidance at every step; from seeking medical help timely to filing a lawsuit if necessary, until your rightful compensation is secured firmly. At Carlson Bier, industriousness meets legal excellence for achieving justice for you! What sets us apart is not just our extensive knowledge but our unwavering commitment towards each client’s case – whether big or small because at Carlson Bier everyone matters alike! So should such an unfortunate circumstance arise and you require proficient construction site accident representation in West Elsdon area remember: choose success; Choose Carlson Bier!

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in West Elsdon Illinois

At the Carlson Bier law firm we specialize in advocating for clients who have been injured in Construction Site Accidents across Illinois. We understand that accidents can drastically alter lives, posing physical, emotional, and financial burdens on victims and their families. When such tragedies occur due to somebody else’s negligence or reckless behavior, you deserve full and fair compensation.

Construction sites are inherently dangerous places characterized by heavy machinery, hazardous materials and high-risk activities. Unfortunately, this increases the probability of catastrophic injuries such as broken bones, spinal cord damage, traumatic brain injury or even death. The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) provides guidelines designed to ensure worker safety but all too often these regulations are not strictly adhered to.

• Negligence: Failing to provide workers with adequate training or safety equipment constitutes negligence.

• Defective tools: Use of malfunctioning tools or machinery places workers at increased risk.

• Third-party liability: Sub-contractors working on site may also be held liable if their actions directly led to your accident/injury.

• Wrongful death: In cases where a construction site accident leads to fatality, family members may pursue wrongful death claims for lost income, funeral costs and more.

Every case is unique which is why our team begins with a comprehensive evaluation of your situation before developing an aggressive yet compassionate strategy tailored specifically for you. Navigating through complicated legal landscapes can be daunting; rest easy knowing experienced advocates from Carlson Bier Law Firm stand ready to guide you every step of the way.

It’s important to act quickly following an accident as Illinois imposes a statute of limitations on personal injury claims. Prompt reporting ensures preservation of evidence vital for corroborating your case. Moreover, insurance companies often seek quick settlements so having knowledgeable attorneys negotiate those settlements guarantees appropriate care is covered both now and into the future should chronic issues arise from your injuries.

Our goal is providing smart solutions that make legal processes simple while maximizing compensation you receive. Our commitment and dedication to our clients extends beyond standard office hours; we understand that legal emergencies can occur at any time.

Documentation is critical for pursuing personal injury claims. Preserve things like medical records, photographs of the accident site, names/contact details of potential witnesses, and copies of all correspondence with insurance companies. This information bolsters your case thereby increasing chances for a successful outcome.

Lastly remember it’s not just about money, but ensuring responsible parties are held accountable restoring justice so similar accidents don’t befall others in future thus fostering safer workspaces for everyone.

Our proficiency in interpreting complex legislation coupled with decades of experience dealing with construction site injury cases ensures that you will secure the best possible outcome regardless of your situation’s complexity. We pride ourselves on personalized service – offering each client dedicated attention while zealously advocating for their rights and restitution.

The magnitude or extent of injuries suffered might make you feel apprehensive about initiating legal proceedings at this challenging time. You are not alone! The Carlson Bier team pledges relentless pursuit of justice on your behalf, accompanying, and guiding you throughout this process.

An initial consultation will provide answers to pressing questions while helping us assess optimal strategies moving forward. It’s important to arm yourself with factual information enabling informed decision-making based on clear understanding rather than succumbing to pressure from opposing counsel or insurers seeking premature settlements.

Our fees? No payment is required until successful settlement or verdict meaning we bear all costs associated with building a robust piece of litigation right up front; if no recovery is made no fee is owed providing complete peace-of-mind from the beginning

Don’t let financial implications prevent justice from being served! Click the button below right now for a free case evaluation where one among our proficient attorneys can evaluate your case paving way forward towards maximum compensation which may cover damages potentially extending beyond medical bills into pain/suffering or lost earning capabilities.

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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 West Elsdon

Pedal Cycle Incidents

Specializing in legal support for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others' recklessness or risky conditions.

Scald Burns

Offering skilled legal help for patients of grave burn injuries caused by incidents or carelessness.

Clinical Carelessness

Offering professional legal services for patients affected by clinical malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Commodities Obligation

Managing cases involving faulty products, extending professional legal support to victims affected by harmful products.

Geriatric Mistreatment

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

Trip & Fall Occurrences

Adept in tackling stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to individuals seeking redress for their damages.

Neonatal Wounds

Offering legal support for households affected by medical carelessness resulting in neonatal injuries.

Car Incidents

Accidents: Devoted to supporting individuals of car accidents gain appropriate compensation for injuries and destruction.

Motorcycle Crashes

Focused on providing legal assistance for riders involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for injuries.

Big Rig Accident

Providing expert legal assistance for individuals involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for harms.

Construction Site Mishaps

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

Brain Injuries

Specializing in offering dedicated legal assistance for victims suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Bite Injuries

Expertise in dealing with cases for victims who have suffered damages from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Accidents

Committed to legal representation for joggers involved in accidents, providing comprehensive support for recovering restitution.

Undeserved Demise

Fighting for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and professional legal support to ensure restitution.

Backbone Injury

Focused on representing persons with spinal cord injuries, offering compassionate legal representation to secure compensation.

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