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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you are involved in a car accident, your first call should be to Carlson Bier. As highly skilled and experienced car accident attorneys in Illinois, we serve clients across a wide array of cities including Hanover Park. Our reputation precedes us as relentless advocates for our clientele’s rights, ensuring they obtain the maximum compensation they deserve. With an exemplary track record of successful verdicts and settlements under our belt, we specialize in handling complex cases with utmost accuracy. We understand the financial burdens that accidents cause and work tirelessly on your behalf to alleviate those pressures by championing your case against insurance carriers or negligent parties. Moreover, each attorney at Carlson Bier stays updated with the latest legal advancements providing you superior counsel based on current laws relating to auto-related personal injury claims. At Carlson Bier, rest assured knowing that every client is treated as family; where their pain becomes our mission – securing justifiable restitution for their losses stemming from vehicle mishaps within or beyond Hanover Park.

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Car Accident Lawyers in Hanover Park Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we champion a deeper comprehension of personal injury law in the state of Illinois. We acknowledge that knowledge equips you better to protect your rights and navigate through often-complicated legal processes following car accidents. Therefore, as skilled personal injury attorneys based right here in Illinois, we have meticulously developed this page for anyone involved in a car accident seeking clarity on the matter.

Car accidents can unexpectedly disrupt your life and cause immense stress both physically and financially. Reacting suitably following an accident is critical not only for your health but also from a legal standpoint. The precise steps that should be undertaken immediately after a collision include:

– Always prioritize medical help if needed.

– Seek police assistance and file an official report.

– Collect crucial information including contact details from all parties engaged and any witnesses present during the incident.

Considering the potential complexity of car accident proceedings, understanding key aspects about liability rules is indispensable to safeguard your interest. According to Illinois law, “modified comparative negligence” rules apply which means that even if you are partially faulted for an auto accident (up to 50%), you’re permitted to recover damages lessening in proportion with your culpability percentage.

Having adequate protection via auto insurance policy is yet another non-negotiable when it comes down to car accidents. Illinoian law mandates every motorist maintain certain minimum amounts of insurance namely $25k per person ($50k per crash) for bodily harm or death and $20K for property damage.

Moreover, legal procedures associated with filing a claim could quickly become tricky as well as time-consuming; hence professional guidance can significantly ease this load. Recognizing when to seek counsel is momentous especially under complications such as severe injuries affecting earnings potential or suffering hardships due to loss-of-consortium claims.

Carlson Bier stands at the forefront delivering dedicated professional services tailored specifically around complexities pertaining to personal injury laws especially those concerning auto accidents. Our team has extensive experience garnered through years of legal practice in Illinois. We’ve consolidated this knowledge to offer you the most comprehensive assistance in these trying times.

Approaching us for a consultation after an accident would sort multiple concerns simultaneously, such as understanding insurance claims or managing the aftermaths of severe physical damages. In doing so, our intention remains to alleviate overwhelming stress and confusing procedures from your shoulders while advocating determinedly for your rights. Even more significantly, we ensure that justice is served by holding responsible parties liable for their actions.

Navigating post-accident scenarios could at times warrant more than just appropriate medical attention. A formidable legal support system plays a monumental part in minimizing potential pitfalls during recovery time. This ensures you can focus primarily on regaining full health whilst we carefully manage associated legal affairs.

Discovering exact calculations when ascertaining how much compensation is due typically involves numerous variables. Although personal injury cases vary greatly based on specifics surrounding each incident, reaching out to us implies that we utilize our expertise to meticulously examine every detail regarding your case.

With Carlson Bier on board, looking back should never hold you down; instead, prepare to steer confidently towards the future equipped with all necessary knowledge.

Take the pivotal step today: Get in touch with our team for setting up a no-cost evaluation session reserved precisely for car accident victims like yourself.

Your journey towards fair treatment following auto accidents begins here! Click below and discover what value your claim potentially holds—it’s rightfully yours; let’s retrieve it together!

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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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Car Accident FAQ​

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 Hanover Park

Bike Crashes

Dedicated to legal assistance for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or dangerous conditions.

Thermal Damages

Providing skilled legal assistance for patients of major burn injuries caused by accidents or carelessness.

Clinical Misconduct

Delivering professional legal representation for clients affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Goods Accountability

Taking on cases involving dangerous products, offering adept legal help to individuals affected by defective items.

Geriatric Mistreatment

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to misconduct in care facilities environments, ensuring restitution.

Trip and Tumble Accidents

Adept in addressing stumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to victims seeking recovery for their harm.

Childbirth Wounds

Extending legal guidance for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in neonatal injuries.

Auto Incidents

Mishaps: Focused on helping victims of car accidents obtain fair remuneration for wounds and losses.

Scooter Collisions

Committed to providing legal assistance for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for losses.

Truck Incident

Providing adept legal services for clients involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing appropriate settlement for losses.

Construction Accidents

Committed to representing laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Head Traumas

Focused on extending dedicated legal services for victims suffering from brain injuries due to incidents.

Dog Bite Wounds

Adept at managing cases for victims who have suffered traumas from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Collisions

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

Unfair Passing

Working for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering understanding and professional legal services to ensure justice.

Backbone Harm

Specializing in advocating for victims with vertebral damage, offering expert legal assistance to secure compensation.

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