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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’re ever involved in a trucking accident within Evergreen Park, look no further than Carlson Bier. Our highly trained personal injury attorneys understand the complexities of truck-related accidents and are equipped with considerable experience handling such cases successfully. Ensuring your settlement accurately reflects not only immediate costs but also accounts for long-term medical expenses or loss of income lies at the forefront of our commitment to justice. At Carlson Bier, we use cutting-edge strategies alongside expert testimonials to construct robust legal arguments that favor our clients’ interests significantly. Trucking accidents can change an individual’s life drastically – physically, emotionally, financially – it is why we believe in relentless pursuit so that you receive adequate compensation deserving your situation. Trust in the reputable name and formidable track record of Carlson Bier when choosing representation for any major transportation mishap; let us provide optimal support throughout this challenging journey towards fair restitution and closure over such daunting circumstances.

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Trucking Accident Lawyers in Evergreen Park Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we achieve justice one personal injury case at a time. Based in Illinois, our expertise lies in trucking accidents – the kind of incidents that not only devastate lives but also demand an intensive understanding of the law for adequate representation. When tragedy strikes on the road, it takes a diverse team of legal professionals to guide you through and ensure your rights are safeguarded.

We are far more than just a law firm; we are a proven resource for those affected by catastrophic trucking accidents in Illinois. With extensive experience navigating these turbulent legal aspects, we aim to bring order and clarity back into your life. We delve deep into every case, focusing on careful investigation and leveraging this information in alleviating our clients’ struggles while dealing with their aftermath.

When partaking in truck accident cases, certain key aspects need attention:

– Complexity: Trucking accidents possess inherent complexities involving multiple parties like drivers, truck companies, manufacturers which can compound legal proceedings.

– Regulation Adherence: Our lawyers meticulously examine compliance with both state-specific regulations and nationwide Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration guidelines.

– Proper Handling of Evidence: Because surveillance logs or GPS tracking systems often play pivotal roles in such incidents, preserving this electronic evidence is paramount.

– Assessment of Liability: Pinpointing liability accurately involves multidimensional scrutiny that extends beyond immediate circumstances encompassing truck maintenance records to driver’s work history.

Carlson Bier applies methodical care and sharp focus amidst these intricacies ensuring relentless pursuit towards optimal case outcomes. The stakes rise tremendously when large scale vehicles get involved – what might be considered minor errors for cars may prove fatal when articulated lorries or semi-trucks play their part. This dynamic reframes everything from damage evaluation to insurance claims – nowhere is this truer than under Illinois’ comparative fault rules where contributory negligence could severely impact compensatory claims.

The above elements demand comprehensive expertise beyond typical motor vehicle mishaps transforming them into aggressively contested battles for justice. Our attorneys at Carlson Bier equip you with the robust arsenal necessary to fight these battles.

Insurance companies might rush settlements lacking adequate compensation, or defendants may resort to bitter contentions trying to shift blame onto victims. In such disheartening scenarios, we wield unwavering commitment and fighter spirit ensuring our client’s voice remains heard and justified rights – acknowledged. Guided by a set of core values ingrained in truth-seeking and client-service, we illuminate underlying truths often obscured in messy post-accident chaos.

To ensure clients receive maximum justified compensation demands astute command over insurance laws combined with an empathic understanding of personal predicaments. Whether it’s identifying undisclosed policy limits or pushing for deserved punitive damages lying outside policy confines, our prowess within trucking accident legalities places us uniquely capable of bringing true value to your case.

Regardless of whether you’re coping with life-altering injuries or left grappling with financial burdens from medical bills and loss wages caused due to the accident; lean on the resilience, proficiency, and compassion that embody the Carlson Bier team – tempering trauma into tenacity towards seeking rightful resolution.

Your path back to a sense of normalcy starts here – allow our proven expertise in navigating complex litigation process assuage worries about unfamiliar legal territory. Leverage our skills anticipated insurance tussles leave no room for technical errors potentially derailing rightful claims.

Feeling overwhelmed? Remember each step taken together brings us closer not only towards asserting rights but also restoring peace amidst upheaval. Reach out today – click on the button below – let’s uncover what your case is genuinely worth together: both on paper and its implications on your future wellbeing. Let us defend your rights while you focus on recovery as every injured individual rightfully should. Your story deserves uncompromised representation; make it count through trusted partnership with 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 Evergreen Park

Bicycle Incidents

Proficient in legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's lack of care or perilous conditions.

Thermal Wounds

Offering expert legal advice for individuals of intense burn injuries caused by incidents or recklessness.

Hospital Malpractice

Extending expert legal representation for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Merchandise Fault

Managing cases involving defective products, extending professional legal guidance to customers affected by harmful products.

Elder Neglect

Protecting the rights of elders who have been subjected to neglect in nursing homes environments, ensuring fairness.

Stumble and Slip Mishaps

Skilled in handling trip accident cases, providing legal representation to sufferers seeking justice for their harm.

Infant Injuries

Supplying legal help for households affected by medical carelessness resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Accidents

Collisions: Dedicated to supporting clients of car accidents secure equitable settlement for harms and harm.

Bike Collisions

Specializing in providing legal advice for victims involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for injuries.

Trucking Crash

Providing expert legal representation for drivers involved in semi accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for losses.

Worksite Accidents

Engaged in assisting workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or irresponsibility.

Neurological Harms

Specializing in offering expert legal services for persons suffering from brain injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Injuries

Proficient in addressing cases for persons who have suffered wounds from dog bites or animal attacks.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Expert in legal advocacy for joggers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering restitution.

Unfair Fatality

Standing up for relatives affected by a wrongful death, extending compassionate and skilled legal representation to ensure restitution.

Neural Injury

Focused on defending individuals with paralysis, offering specialized legal representation to secure justice.

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