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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with the life-altering effects of an unfortunate trucking accident, entrusting your case to a seasoned legal expert should not be optional. This is why Carlson Bier offers comprehensive representation across Illinois, specifically for residents within Colona city. With our robust experience in tackling intricate trucking accidents and personal injury cases throughout the state, we understand how to provide you sound counsel that can ultimately lead towards favorable resolutions. We endeavor to go beyond just providing legal support – we fight tirelessly until justice is served for our clients. Our practice, rooted firmly in strict adherence to ethical standards and lawfulness brings about an unmatched commitment that puts your interests first always. Noteworthily spared from unnecessary jargon or complications that often typify hefty legal dealings; no case – irrespective of its complexity – is too daunting for us at Carlson Bier . Your ease through this challenging time remains our priority as we navigate these rough waters on your behalf with utmost dedication and professionalism.

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Trucking Accident Lawyers in Colona Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in providing superior legal representation for victims of trucking accidents in Illinois. Our highly-skilled personal injury attorneys have a deep understanding of the state’s laws and regulations surrounding these complex cases. We offer our clients unparalleled service, ensuring they receive the compensation they rightly deserve.

Trucking accidents often result in severe physical injuries, emotional trauma, and financial hardship. The unique dynamics involved mean that accident investigations require seasoned expertise to navigate effectively through the intricate details. The process can quickly become overwhelming without proper support—this is where the team at Carlson Bier can assist you.

Firstly, it’s important to know that liability in trucking accidents isn’t limited to just drivers. Multiple parties may be held responsible including the truck owner, manufacturers or suppliers of faulty parts, or even loading companies if improperly secured cargo played a role in causing an accident.

Also integral to accident claims is the concept of negligence—a critical factor your attorney will help establish against liable parties. Distinct elements constitute negligence:

• Duty: Proving that the defendant owed a “duty” or responsibility towards other road users

• Breach: Showcasing how this duty was breached due to their actions or lack thereof

• Causation: Establishing clear links between this breach and occurrence of an accident

• Damages: Evidencing actual harm resulting from this—usually demonstrated with medical reports

Remember, compared to typical auto-accidents, crashes involving commercial trucks often inflict grave losses due to their massive size and weight disparities involved; thus demanding fairer compensatory settlements.

Another crucial element while pursuing justice following such accidents is timeliness; respecting statutory deadlines for legal action after incidents – known as “statutes of limitation”. As per Illinois law, most personal injury suits (including those centered around truck accident-related injuries) need filiation within two years of incident occurrence—an aspect our lawyers ensure meticulous adherence too.

There can be exceptions too to these time frames, for example, when injuries only become evident much later. The statute may not start until this “discovery” occurs. Our team adeptly navigates through such nuances to respect all legal timelines and optimize possible compensation outcomes.

At Carlson Bier, we offer a comprehensive service package—we handle insurance negotiations on your behalf; communicate with medical care providers regarding bill settlement until your case conclusion; gather reliable evidence by recruiting accident reconstruction experts or orthopedic specialists where necessary, etc. We are committed to relieving you of these weighty responsibilities while assisting you on the path towards whole healing and recovery following traumatic truck accidents.

One frequent question posed is concerning attorney fees—know that at our firm you carry no upfront financial burden. We operate on a contingency fee basis; meaning we only receive remuneration once successful outcomes realize in your favor i.e., once settlements received or verdict awardees get rewarded.

The Carlson Bier law firm is committed to offering superior legal assistance during challenging moments following devastating trucking accidents. Wielding excellence honed over decades, we fight till justice gets served – guarding victims’ rights and securing deserved compensation at every turn. If you’ve been involved in a truck-related accident and find yourself wondering about how much your claim might potentially fetch – allow us today to assist in making that crucial determination.

Click the button below now; let’s ascertain what rightful compensation might await you—because at Carlson Bier, helping victims rebound from painful aftermaths caused by careless road denizens isn’t just our job… it’s who we are!

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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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Trucking Accident FAQ​

Trucking accidents are often caused by a combination of factors, including driver fatigue, mechanical failures, improper loading of cargo, speeding, and inadequate driver training. External factors like poor road conditions and bad weather can also contribute.

Safety first: move to a safe area if possible. Call emergency services for medical and police assistance. Document the scene with photos and notes, and gather contact information from witnesses and all involved parties. It’s also crucial to seek medical attention, even if you feel fine, as some injuries may not be immediately apparent.

Liability in trucking accidents can be complex. It may involve the truck driver, the trucking company, manufacturers of truck parts, or other third parties. An investigation will typically look into the driver’s actions, vehicle maintenance records, the trucking company’s compliance with regulations, and other factors to determine fault.

Victims of trucking accidents may be entitled to various forms of compensation, including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and property damage. In some cases, punitive damages might be awarded, especially if gross negligence or intentional misconduct is involved.

Trucking accidents often involve complex legal and regulatory issues. An attorney with experience in this field can navigate federal and state trucking laws, deal with large trucking companies and their insurers, and help ensure that you receive fair compensation. They can also assist in gathering evidence and expert testimonies necessary for building a strong case.

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Areas of Practice in Colona

Pedal Cycle Accidents

Specializing in legal advocacy for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' carelessness or perilous conditions.

Thermal Burns

Supplying professional legal support for victims of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or carelessness.

Physician Malpractice

Ensuring expert legal assistance for victims affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Merchandise Responsibility

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, supplying professional legal assistance to individuals affected by harmful products.

Aged Mistreatment

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

Fall & Fall Mishaps

Professional in handling tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to clients seeking restitution for their damages.

Childbirth Harms

Delivering legal help for kin affected by medical incompetence resulting in childbirth injuries.

Car Incidents

Crashes: Devoted to helping victims of car accidents get just settlement for damages and impairment.

Scooter Mishaps

Expert in providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring rightful claims for harm.

Trucking Accident

Ensuring adept legal representation for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing just recompense for damages.

Construction Incidents

Focused on defending laborers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or irresponsibility.

Brain Damages

Specializing in providing dedicated legal services for individuals suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

Canine Attack Traumas

Proficient in addressing cases for persons who have suffered damages from K9 assaults or beast attacks.

Jogger Incidents

Expert in legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering restitution.

Unfair Demise

Fighting for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, delivering sensitive and professional legal assistance to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Impairment

Committed to assisting persons with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal guidance to secure recovery.

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