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About Carlson Bier Associates

In the unfortunate event of a trucking accident in Illinois, seeking legal assistance is critical. Carlson Bier brings remarkable competence and dedication to successfully resolving difficult cases on behalf of clients. Effectively handling complex legal procedures linked with truck accidents needs special knowledge and precision; key traits the team at Carlson Bier possess in abundance. We recognize that each case is unique; hence we meticulously investigate relevant circumstances to optimize results for our esteemed clientele. Our reputation as committed personal injury lawyers stems from numerous successful outcomes, specifically in negotiating sizable settlements or securing substantial verdicts for victims of such mishaps.

Experiencing a traumatic truck collision can be overwhelming but finding adept counsel shouldn’t have to be! Carlson Bier’s area of expertise lies precisely within this realm – safeguarding your rights while ensuring the best potential outcome following an arduous ordeal. By choosing Carlson Bier as your preferred law representation among countless firms, rest assured you stand the strongest chance against formidable adversarial odds during intimating truck-related litigation proceedings.

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Trucking Accident Lawyers in Crainville Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the complexities that come with trucking accidents. As a leading personal injury law firm based in Illinois, our specialty lies in assisting victims of such unfortunate happenings navigate the often intricate legal landscape. Our commitment is to relieve you of stress by handling every detail of your case while pursuing maximum compensation for all injuries and losses sustained.

Trucking Accidents in Illinois carry severe weight due to their potentially devastating outcomes primarily because of size disparity between commercial trucks and passenger vehicles. Critical injuries or even fatalities can be the tragic result. Survivors are frequently left dealing marked pain, emotional trauma, huge medical costs, and at times long-term physical incapacitation.

Every trucking accident comes with unique intricacies including determining liability where multiple parties may be involved:

• The driver

• The owner of the truck

• The company leasing the truck

• Vehicle manufacturer

A comprehensive understanding of both state laws and federal regulations concerning truck operations provides us an edge navigating through these convolutions. At Carlson Bier, we utilize this knowledge to establish fault accurately; scrutinize essential details such as maintenance records and driver’s work history; uncover any norm violations regarding loading procedures or HOS (Hours-of-Service) limitations set by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).

It becomes absolutely necessary after a Truck Accident Injury to act promptly – crucial evidence can quickly vanish making it difficult to build a strong case:

• Document vehicle condition post-collision including tire marks

• Obtain witness testimonies aligning incident facts

• Preserve records from electronic logging devices on trucks capturing speed data etc.

We implore potential clients not to provide statements or sign documents presented by opposing counsel or insurance companies aiming at diminishing claims value without consulting an experienced attorney.

Setting apart Carlson Bier is our rich experience meshed together with versed expertise winning ample settlements for numerous personal injury victims – very much attributed due diligence towards every case. Individuals working with us are privy to personalized service whereupon we engage forthrightly and explain matters in easy-to-grasp language thereby making sure clients understand what is indeed being pursued.

Evaluate your options; consider the dedicated team of attorneys at Carlson Bier. We work under a contingency payment schema — no fees until damages have been successfully recovered. Trust that at Carlson Bier, you receive top notch representation – sparing no effort in our passionate resolve to argue your case effectively, ensuring justice is served and fair compensation obtained for all grievances borne out of trucking accidents.

Given this comprehensive snapshot, perhaps you’re still pondering questions pertinent to your specific situation or maybe gauging whether it’s worth pursuing legal remedy? We are here to assist! Simply give one click on the button below to ascertain how much your case is worth – remember consultation comes absolutely free and without obligation. Trust the team with proven expertise and commitment – trust the best choice for personal injury attorney services in Illinois – trust Carlson Bier.

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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 Crainville

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Proficient in legal advocacy for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to others' lack of care or risky conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Giving skilled legal support for patients of severe burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Hospital Carelessness

Delivering specialist legal representation for clients affected by hospital malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Goods Accountability

Managing cases involving faulty products, providing skilled legal support to consumers affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Mistreatment

Defending the rights of the elderly who have been subjected to mistreatment in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Stumble and Trip Mishaps

Professional in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to victims seeking restitution for their harm.

Infant Injuries

Delivering legal assistance for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in infant injuries.

Car Accidents

Accidents: Concentrated on helping patients of car accidents secure fair remuneration for damages and damages.

Bike Crashes

Specializing in providing representation for victims involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for losses.

Trucking Crash

Extending adept legal representation for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recovery for losses.

Construction Site Mishaps

Concentrated on representing workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or recklessness.

Head Impairments

Specializing in extending professional legal support for clients suffering from cerebral injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Traumas

Proficient in handling cases for persons who have suffered harms from canine attacks or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Crashes

Specializing in legal support for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering claims.

Unwarranted Demise

Striving for families affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and experienced legal representation to ensure restitution.

Neural Trauma

Specializing in assisting victims with paralysis, offering compassionate legal assistance to secure settlement.

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