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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you or a loved one has been involved in a trucking accident, it’s crucial to select the right attorney who can navigate complex legal landscapes and procure the highest possible compensation. Your ideal choice is Carlson Bier. Heralded for its outstanding track record dealing with personal injury law related to truck accidents, Carlson Bier brings an exceptional level of expertise and diligence into each case they handle. Serving Germantown clients with deep understanding and attention to detail, our skillful attorneys stand ready to work relentlessly on your behalf while helping mitigate any undue stress during this challenging time. With significant experience liaising with insurance companies following trucking incidents, we are proficient at investigating accident scenes thoroughly and gathering relevant evidence that strengthens your claim notably. We place paramount importance on respecting client needs throughout every step of the process, ensuring clear communication paired with personalized approaches tailored specifically for their unique circumstances. Trust in our commitment as your steadfast advocate; trust in Carlson Bier when seeking just restitution after a traumatic trucking incident.

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Trucking Accident Lawyers in Germantown Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are a renowned law firm heralding from the legal fraternity of Illinois. We specialize in personal injury cases and are dedicated to providing top-quality legal representation to victims of various accidents. One such area where our expertise is highly sought after is truck accident litigations. In these arduous court battles that demand immaculate attention to detail, intricate law interpretation, and hard-hitting negotiation skills, we emerge as an accredited choice.

Trucking Accidents present a complex legal arena that calls for assertive yet empathetic solicitation. Our battle-hardened team at Carlson Bier understands this blend more than anyone else. We have helped thousands of clients navigate the delicate intricacies tangled up within the justice system and claim what rightfully belongs to them – monetary compensation for their suffering caused due severe injury or loss.

The aftermath of a truck crash can be life-altering which often ignites emotional distress alongside physical trauma. In many instances, it places victims in precarious financial circumstances because they are unable to work while coping with sizable medical bills.

• The intensity: The size and weight of trucks combined with high speed often culminate into serious damages that leave victims severely injured.

• Difficulty in establishing liability: Trucks usually belong to companies making it challenging legally as there might be multiple parties responsible.

• Regulations compliance: Trucking companies must adhere to specific rules set forth by federal regulations on safety measures which if flouted can potentially aid your case.

The dynamics involved in every trucking accident vary greatly which makes proper legal counsel imperative for victims hoping to secure fair compensation. Whether you’ve been hurt due to driver fatigue, equipment malfunction or any different cause attributable towards another’s negligence, Carlson Bier will stand by you till justice is achieved thus mitigating your stress during trying times.

Lawsuits centered around truck accidents could become convoluted due numerous variables coming into play such as determining liability concerning multiple entities (driver, owner, maintenance team) and by meticulously documenting evidence during investigative proceedings. In such instances having an attorney experienced can certainly help level the playing field against large trucking companies and their respective insurance providers.

Based in Illinois, Carlson Bier provides one-on-one consultation to evaluate your case from our fully functional physical offices placed conveniently for easy access. Our legal experts dive deep into specifics regarding every accident intricately before devising a robust strategy that helps secure a considerable settlement.

In concluding, we at Carlson Bier understand how overwhelming it could be dealing with aftermath of a truck accident both emotionally as well as physically but you need not go through this alone – we are here to shoulder your legal concerns while you focus on healing. We believe passionately that each victim’s case is worth fighting for towards obtaining rightful compensation thereby bringing relief post such traumatic incidents.

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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 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 Germantown

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Dedicated to legal services for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to others's indifference or dangerous conditions.

Burn Damages

Offering professional legal assistance for sufferers of major burn injuries caused by incidents or misconduct.

Hospital Misconduct

Providing specialist legal services for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis.

Items Liability

Dealing with cases involving dangerous products, offering specialist legal services to clients affected by product malfunctions.

Elder Neglect

Defending the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to abuse in care facilities environments, ensuring fairness.

Tumble and Tumble Injuries

Professional in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal representation to victims seeking compensation for their losses.

Infant Injuries

Offering legal help for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Automobile Incidents

Accidents: Devoted to assisting patients of car accidents get appropriate remuneration for damages and harm.

Motorcycle Crashes

Expert in providing legal services for individuals involved in scooter accidents, ensuring fair compensation for losses.

18-Wheeler Incident

Extending professional legal advice for individuals involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing fair recovery for losses.

Building Collisions

Focused on representing employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to recklessness or carelessness.

Cerebral Injuries

Committed to providing professional legal representation for clients suffering from brain injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Bite Harms

Adept at managing cases for people who have suffered harms from puppy bites or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Accidents

Dedicated to legal assistance for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering restitution.

Unjust Passing

Advocating for relatives affected by a wrongful death, offering compassionate and expert legal assistance to ensure restitution.

Backbone Trauma

Committed to assisting individuals with paralysis, offering specialized legal support to secure redress.

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