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About Carlson Bier Associates

When faced with the aftermath of a trucking accident in Crest Hill, you deserve top-tier legal representation to fight for your rights. Carlson Bier has forged an avant-garde presence in this area through unwavering commitment and unparalleled expertise. As seasoned personal injury attorneys specializing in trucking accidents, we fully understand how challenging these cases can be. Each instance carries unique circumstances like navigating complex regulatory standards to comprehending intricate insurance issues which require deep cognizance and experience — qualities you’ll find at Carlson Bier. We are adept at meticulously piecing together evidence from such harrowing incidents while lending emotional actions cannot support that assist you at every stage of the process. Our proven track record impressively demonstrates our sustained dedication to victims’ welfare. We deliver nothing less than comprehensive solutions that leave no frayed edge unattended during this critical juncture as we set sight on just compensation for damages encountered during trucking accidents — because fairness matters! With all said – choosing Carlson Bier won’t be mere selection but splendid assurance brought by relentless determination

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Trucking Accident Lawyers in Crest Hill Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we offer competent and compassionate legal representation for victims of trucking accidents in Illinois. With a strong focus on personal injury law, our ultimate goal is to aid you in navigating the difficult pathway towards acquiring the compensation you deserve.

Trucking accidents often result in devastating physical injuries that can have lifelong implications. They also give rise to intricacies in liability and insurance matters, making them more convoluted than standard car accidents. Our skilled team is adept at complex negotiations with trucking companies and their insurers who are primarily designed to minimize responsibility.

• Excellent understanding of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations: We know that violation of these laws may contribute significantly to a truck accident.

• Deft handling of Evidence collection: From “black box” data to driver logs, and from cargo loads to maintenance records – gathering comprehensive evidence strengthens your claim substantially.

• Insight into multiple liable parties: Apart from drivers’ negligence or misconduct, culpability could lie with anyone from the owner of the vehicle or freight, manufacturers of faulty parts, or even those responsible for roadways’ upkeep.

• In-depth experience with damage Evaluation process: This involves measuring not just current but future medical expenses including rehabilitation costs and determining lost wages along with earning capacity loss due to disfigurement or disability.

Suffering an injury through a trucking accident brings about drastic changes in life alongside mounting bills driving many towards financial ruin. An experienced personal injury attorney can mean the difference between receiving proper indemnification for your damages versus struggling under immense burdens alone.

Carlson Bier provides expert guidance throughout this traumatic phase enabling you with informed decisions about strategies suited best for your unique situation. From informing you comprehensively about different settlement options available down to aggressively advocating on your behalf if trial becomes requisite – our attorneys are ceaselessly committed!

Bear in mind however, that time is paramount when it comes down to filing claims related to traffic collisions as dictated by Illinois Statute of Limitations. You may only have two years from the date of accident to bring forth a personal injury lawsuit. Too often victims grappling with medical issues and adjustment to new reality miss out on this crucial window.

Regardless of where you stand in your case timeline, our attorneys are ready to review it promptly and layout clear fast-action plans to secure maximum compensation. We provide detailed updates at every pivotal turn – no legalese or jargon; just plain, simple language so that clients feel empowered rather than overwhelmed.

It must be stressed that we operate on ‘No Win, No Fee’ basis; henceforth, you pay nothing until successful resolution of your claim is reached! At Carlson Bier, our top priority is getting justice for trucking accident victims by fiercely standing up against formidable opponents like multinational corporations deploying countless resources towards weakening your rights.

Navigating legal waters post an unfortunate trucking accident can without doubt be overwhelming. It’s vital then that victims seek expert professional advice instead of diving into murky litigation seas alone.Innumerable variables could affect potential settlement figures including severity and permanency of injuries sustained alongside economic considerations related to loss of earning capacity among others.

So why wait any longer? Let Carlson Bier help put things back together giving life purpose beyond suffering trauma and injustice due to another party’s negligence. As one united team driven wholly by relentless pursuit for justice – we’re not merely invested in your case but empathetically connected with what was lost gaining depth in understanding how best-to assist! Click the button below today! Discover the fair value owed for all the distress endured without any upfront fees. Our illustrious track record gives invaluable peace-of-mind assuring competent representation tirelessly committed towards ascertaining full monetary restitution deserved under Illinois law.

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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 Crest Hill

Bicycle Crashes

Proficient in legal assistance for victims injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' indifference or dangerous conditions.

Flame Injuries

Extending expert legal services for patients of serious burn injuries caused by incidents or negligence.

Hospital Carelessness

Delivering expert legal advice for victims affected by physician malpractice, including wrong treatment.

Items Fault

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, extending professional legal support to victims affected by product malfunctions.

Nursing Home Malpractice

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to malpractice in senior centers environments, ensuring protection.

Fall & Trip Injuries

Expert in handling stumble accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking redress for their suffering.

Birth Damages

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

Motor Accidents

Collisions: Committed to assisting clients of car accidents get equitable settlement for damages and damages.

Scooter Incidents

Expert in providing representation for victims involved in scooter accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

Trucking Crash

Ensuring adept legal assistance for clients involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing appropriate claims for hurts.

Building Incidents

Concentrated on supporting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Cerebral Injuries

Dedicated to ensuring specialized legal advice for patients suffering from head injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Traumas

Adept at tackling cases for individuals who have suffered traumas from K9 assaults or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Expert in legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing effective representation for recovering claims.

Unjust Loss

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, extending understanding and expert legal support to ensure restitution.

Spine Harm

Committed to assisting clients with vertebral damage, offering expert legal guidance to secure settlement.

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