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In the bustling city of Wood River, construction projects are ever-present. With this ongoing development comes a heightened risk for construction site accidents. Have you or a loved one encountered such an unfortunate event? If so, look no further than Carlson Bier for your legal needs. Our Illinois-based personal injury law firm has deep-rooted expertise in Construction Site Accidents. We comprehend the complexity of these cases and bring forth robust strategies to navigate through legal intricacies effectively to get you due justice. What makes us stand out is our unwavering commitment towards client satisfaction. This professional obligation sets us apart as we focus on ensuring our clients be compensated aptly for their distressing experience at a construction site accident shouldered with pristine attorney representation from Carlson Bier- underscoring every fact meticulously and building an unassailable case designed to succeed.

Remember, amidst unsettling circumstances like Construction Site Accidents never compromise on your rightful claim; trust only the best – Trust Carlson Bier!

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Wood River Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the complexities and hardships associated with construction site accidents. Our experienced and dedicated legal team located in Illinois provides meticulous attention to detail when it comes to personal injury claims involving construction workplaces. As a source of protection for workers on-site, numerous laws have been established – The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) being amongst the most prominent state legislature dictating safety measures in working environments. In spite of these protective legislations enacted, negligence can result in devastating injuries that demand compensation.

Construction sites are known for their high-risk environment due to several potential hazards such as falls from height, machinery accidents, electrical incidents, or exposure to harmful substances. Falls are one of the leading causes in this realm owing to improper fall protection or unstable working surfaces. Machinery mishaps involving heavy equipment like cranes or bulldozers often invoke catastrophic repercussions as well.

The handling of electrical components without adhering to necessary precautions may induce serious harm often culminating into burns or fatalities due to electrocution. Exposure towards hazardous substances present on-site might lead towards chronic health issues long after the exposure has taken place.

At Carlson Bier, we firmly believe that knowledge is power when it comes to preventing such unfortunate occurrences. Better understanding about each individual’s rights under different scenarios aids greatly in combating against negligence at workplace ensuring better preparedness when met with adversities.

• You hold the right as an employee working at a construction site to access safe working conditions.

• Employers are legally obligated to provide information regarding hazards via training, labels or alarms.

• The right extends towards receiving adequate training in languages comfortably understood by you.

• Provision of essential safety gears along with upkeep of machines/equipment shouldered by your employer remain aspects deeply integral within worker rights not only safeguarded by basic ethics but also shields under OSHA mandates.

If injured at your workplace through no fault of your own; securing competent representation promptly could potentially advocate successful claim resolutions you rightfully deserve. Expertise laden legal teams, the likes of Carlson Bier ensure that complexities revolving such cases are well delineated upon their clients helping them comprehend their path towards suitable compensation. By undertaking thorough investigation regarding accident background and lapses in safety protocols followed by diligent accumulation of evidentiary support for client’s stance; our veteran professionals facilitate an impressive track record while maximizing compensatory grounds.

While some may be patent enough to be directly recognized as workplace injury with justified compensation hallmarks e.g.. a machinery malfunction causing injury or damage caused due to falls from improperly protected heights – others often carry ambiguous undertones concealing the reality behind instances like prolonged exposure related illness. Our firm boasts substantial experience spanning over a diverse array of case-types allowing us to effectively unfold any concealed truths securing what rightfully belongs to our clients.

Value resonates at the core of services we offer at Carlson Bier. With relentless determination paired alongside legal prowess, we navigate through murky waters surfacing victorious compensation claims and peace of mind unbeknownst previously. By connecting entrusting faith within us we ensure recouping monetary losses poised by your untimely injuries along with due justice meted out against responsible counterparts.

To develop further understanding about your unique circumstance and potential value encased within it – kindly proceed towards the button below offering insights about how much your case might be worth. At Carlson Bier, we believe in empowering victims now standing as survivors equipped with knowledge extending far beyond courtroom encounters guarding each worker on working sites dotting Illinois landscape without fail.

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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 Wood River

Bike Crashes

Dedicated to legal support for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or unsafe conditions.

Fire Traumas

Supplying expert legal advice for patients of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Medical Negligence

Offering specialist legal services for patients affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Liability

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, offering expert legal assistance to customers affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Abuse

Protecting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring fairness.

Trip & Tumble Occurrences

Specialist in tackling trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to persons seeking compensation for their suffering.

Childbirth Harms

Offering legal support for loved ones affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Automobile Accidents

Crashes: Concentrated on assisting patients of car accidents obtain just payout for hurts and damages.

Motorbike Incidents

Dedicated to providing legal assistance for bikers involved in motorbike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

Trucking Crash

Ensuring experienced legal support for persons involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for injuries.

Building Collisions

Dedicated to supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or negligence.

Cerebral Harms

Focused on extending professional legal representation for victims suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

K9 Assault Harms

Expertise in tackling cases for persons who have suffered injuries from puppy bites or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Mishaps

Dedicated to legal representation for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Death

Advocating for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, offering sensitive and experienced legal assistance to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Injury

Committed to representing persons with vertebral damage, offering expert legal guidance to secure justice.

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