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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the wake of a construction site accident, partnering with an adept legal entity should be your immediate recourse. At Carlson Bier, we’ve worked laboriously to carve out our standing as Illinois’ premier personal injury law firm in dealing with such cases. Our deep-seated experience and knowledge are driven by a dedicated team of attorneys recognized for their trial acumen and ruthless negotiation skills.

When it comes to Zion area accidents specifically, we provide unmatched expertise. We empathetically manage each case while aggressively fighting towards just recompense. Putting your trust in us means you gain an ally who understands the heavy toll that these mishaps can exact on victims and families alike.

At Carlson Bier, we fully commit ourselves towards ensuring holistic representation—from managing communication with insurers to addressing complex liability matters—providing complete professional support at every juncture.

Strong advocacy teamed up with impeccable dedication: that’s what embodies Carlson Bier specialists in Construction Site Accident cases. Count on us today, for soliciting judicious justice begins here.

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Construction Site Accident Lawyers in Zion Illinois

At the prestigious law firm of Carlson Bier, we have an exclusive concentration on personal injury cases with a special insight into Construction Site Accident. Being specifically based in Illinois, our team of expert attorneys possesses a comprehensive understanding of local laws along with national regulations to provide our clients with top-notch legal representation.

Construction sites are inherently hazardous and accidents at these locales frequently result in serious injuries or even fatality. Endeavoring to keep workers safe under the precarious environment is not only ethical but also legally mandated. However, when employers neglect their duties or fail to ensure a secure working vicinity, that’s where we step in to grant justice for victims and their families.

Our firsthand experience has shown us that construction site accidents often entail complex litigation due to multiple parties potentially being responsible. Such harms could come from faulty equipment, unsafe work practices or even sheer negligence by coworkers and supervisors. Our broad spectrum expertise allows us to evaluate all possible contributing reasons efficiently making sure none hides within the intricacies of such cases.

• We investigate every aspect surrounding your case which can include interviewing co-workers, reviewing safety records, examining reports filed by safety inspectors among others.

• Our team can determine who might be held accountable – be it contractors, subcontractors or equipment manufacturers.

• Advocacy on behalf of victims suffering from broken bones, spinal cord injuries, burns or brain damage resulting from such mishaps is what makes us stand out

• Ensuring maximum compensation for medical bills including future required treatments or rehabilitation costs is our forte.

The foundation of trust between you and your attorney begins with how well they present information pertaining to your situation; easy comprehension vital line connecting both ends often masked by complicated legal jargon. Striving for transparency at Carlson Bier we want empower you with crystal clear comprehension. Your knowledge about the rights you possess as an injured worker is instrumental enabling us collectively to forge ahead towards victory.

Now comes the question plaguing anyone embarking this journey; what’s the worth of my case? This is not as straightforward to determine given several factors at play. Severity of your injuries, effect on future earnings, pain and suffering endured plays a role in the ultimate award you can receive.

Although we’d love help everyone without geographic constraint, our footprint is spread across Illinois but doesn’t extend to Zion. Our dedicated team provides aggressive representation tailored to meet every client needs within our operational territory only.

At Carlson Bier, we believe that no one should stand alone fighting against corporate behemoths or swimming amidst complexities of worker’s compensation laws. We desire for you to focus solely on recovery from your injuries leaving the grindstone task of restitution battle up to us.

With honesty etched unto practice, empathy embodied via successful outcomes and commitment towards justice –our pledge goes much beyond providing just legal assistance. The entire structural dynamism at Carlson Bier echoes ethos assuring sound sleep for victims leapfrogging over nightmares that come disguised as Construction Site Accidents.

It’s highly recommended that before initiating any action on your own regarding such cases laden with nuances be sure get counsel first. Reach out to us engage skilled attorneys well versed in intricacies surrounding construction site accidents ensuring optimal outcome possible.

To learn more about what your specific case might potentially yield financially click the button below now! Remember each case unique accordingly estimates cannot provided upfront without detailed analysis by experts dissecting specifics pertaining to all possible aspects involved which is exactly where our image as stalwart companions emerge bridging gaps between despair and hope…between hurt and healing.

Time is the scarcest resource when it comes down reclaiming rightful dues after being trap victim under situations beyond control … do not hesitate … Get Started right away with a free consultation aiming towards an enriched understanding about getting justice rightly served under watchful eyes passionate lawyers working relentlessly securing best interest.

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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 Zion

Bicycle Crashes

Specializing in legal representation for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' negligence or hazardous conditions.

Flame Damages

Providing adept legal help for victims of severe burn injuries caused by occurrences or recklessness.

Healthcare Malpractice

Offering professional legal assistance for persons affected by clinical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Responsibility

Dealing with cases involving defective products, supplying adept legal support to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Aged Abuse

Supporting the rights of elders who have been subjected to neglect in elderly care environments, ensuring fairness.

Stumble and Slip Incidents

Specialist in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking restitution for their injuries.

Infant Wounds

Supplying legal help for relatives affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Crashes: Devoted to supporting individuals of car accidents receive equitable compensation for hurts and impairment.

Motorbike Crashes

Specializing in providing legal advice for motorcyclists involved in scooter accidents, ensuring rightful claims for traumas.

Big Rig Mishap

Extending adept legal advice for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing fair compensation for injuries.

Construction Site Crashes

Engaged in supporting laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or misconduct.

Cerebral Impairments

Committed to extending professional legal representation for clients suffering from cerebral injuries due to incidents.

Dog Attack Harms

Proficient in handling cases for people who have suffered harms from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Dedicated to legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering damages.

Unjust Demise

Standing up for loved ones affected by a wrongful death, supplying empathetic and professional legal assistance to ensure fairness.

Neural Impairment

Committed to defending patients with vertebral damage, offering compassionate legal support to secure settlement.

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