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About Carlson Bier Associates

When involved in a trucking accident in Hampshire, it’s crucial to take immediate action and guard your rights with dedicated legal assistance. Look no further than Carlson Bier; we have carved out our legacy from securing tangible results for countless victims of trucking accidents. Operating in Illinois, our reputation speaks volumes about the dedication enshrined within our team of highly proficient attorneys.

True expertise is marked by understanding the intricate laws governing truck mishaps, which exactly matches what Carlson Bier brings on board. We diligently work towards ensuring adequate compensation for any pain suffered or expenses incurred due to such disasters—medicine costs, hospital bills, lost wages and others.

Our seasoned lawyers comprise a powerhouse defense against insurance companies that are notoriously known to protect their interests over yours. As a victim seeking justice should be your main concern rather serving self-interests of these giant firms and here at Carlson Bier all you can expect is staunch representation focused on achieving deserved justice.

Expedite your journey towards legal recovery by aligning yourself with proven excellence – trust only Carlson Bier for incomparable Trucking Accident legal aid!

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Trucking Accident Lawyers in Hampshire Illinois

Renowned throughout Illinois, Carlson Bier is a premier law firm dedicated to championing personal injury victims. One of the many areas in which we have significant experience and expertise is trucking accidents. Our dedication and commitment to our clients stem from our innate understanding of the complexities faced by victims following heavy-duty vehicle accidents.

Trucking accidents, it should be noted, are far more complex than those involving smaller vehicles primarily due to their massive size and weight. When an accident involves a commercial truck, the fallout can become particularly catastrophic, often leading to severe injuries or even death. As per data collected across U.S., more than 4000 individuals lost their lives in large truck crashes in 2019 alone – this statistic speaks directly to the severity of these incidents.

When you find yourself embroiled in a truck accident case, understanding your rights becomes imperative. At Carlson Bier, we work sensitively yet ardently with each client; helping them navigate lawsuit intricacies while relentlessly seeking compensation for medical bills, loss of earnings, pain and suffering caused at no fault of their own.

Moreover, certain key factors must come under consideration during such proceedings:

• Truck’s safety regulations: Many substantial laws like hours-of-service rules manage safety pertaining issues within commercial truck industry.

• Manufacturer liability: If mechanical failures contributed substantially towards an incident.

• Multiple defendants: Usually multiple parties such as driver’s employer, manufacturer or maintenance supplier are involved when referring to commercial trucks.

Furthermore at times evidence can be against you e.g video footage revealing victim-driver error or indiscretion; but at Carlson Bier we believe that everyone deserves fair representation.

Truck accidents also demand careful examination since insurance policies related to commercial vehicles can differ significantly compared to passenger car policies. These differences have implications on both liability determination and decision about potential recoveries for injuries sustained.

Why Consider Legal Representation?

One important aspect prospective clients should consider is that navigating litigation without proper legal representation can lead to disastrous results. Juggling medical treatments, loss of income and emotional pain alone while also fighting for a compensation claim is arduous at best.

In fact, Carlson Bier stands prepared to tackle the complex laws surrounding truck accidents – our staunch professional diligence ensures that your case gets due attention it requires so as enabling possible recovery from mental, emotional, and financial stress faced in wake of such unfortunate incidents.

At Carlson Bier we guarantee personalized approach with each client; we comprehend that every trucking accident incident hampers lives differently and thus deserves individualized attention. It isn’t just about regaining lost financial ground but restoring normalcy which creates positive impact on victims’ life after facing trauma. You couldn’t be in safer hands than with our skilled and empathetic attorneys.

Our firm’s proficiency in handling personal injury cases has seen successful outcomes time and again thanks to our unrelenting commitment towards securing rightful compensation for all our clients.

To help you determine where you stand legally following a truck related accident or injury, don’t hesitate to take advantage of the extensive resources available through Carlson Bier – significantly bolster your odds of winning fair compensation by starting right here right now.

Take the next step! Click on the button below to find out how much your case may potentially be worth. Make your move today because there’s no better time than now for beginning basement walk that leads up from darkness arising out of such incidents into hopeful light guiding survivors back towards their comfortable lives left precariously poised post-accident impacts.

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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 Hampshire

Bicycle Crashes

Proficient in legal services for people injured in bicycle accidents due to others's carelessness or hazardous conditions.

Fire Traumas

Extending adept legal advice for people of severe burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Hospital Incompetence

Delivering dedicated legal representation for persons affected by medical malpractice, including surgical errors.

Items Responsibility

Addressing cases involving defective products, providing specialist legal help to individuals affected by faulty goods.

Nursing Home Malpractice

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to abuse in senior centers environments, ensuring compensation.

Slip & Trip Incidents

Skilled in handling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal advice to individuals seeking recovery for their suffering.

Neonatal Traumas

Delivering legal support for kin affected by medical malpractice resulting in childbirth injuries.

Auto Collisions

Crashes: Dedicated to guiding patients of car accidents gain appropriate remuneration for damages and impairment.

Two-Wheeler Collisions

Specializing in providing legal advice for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring just recovery for damages.

Big Rig Collision

Providing specialist legal support for persons involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate compensation for hurts.

Worksite Collisions

Engaged in representing workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or carelessness.

Neurological Damages

Expert in extending dedicated legal assistance for individuals suffering from neurological injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Harms

Skilled in tackling cases for people who have suffered wounds from dog attacks or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Incidents

Expert in legal advocacy for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering claims.

Wrongful Passing

Fighting for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, providing compassionate and expert legal guidance to ensure restitution.

Neural Damage

Committed to advocating for clients with paralysis, offering dedicated legal services to secure recovery.

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