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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’re in La Salle and have been involved in a trucking accident, look no further than Carlson Bier. Our reputation as one of Illinois’s leading personal injury law firms precedes us, having effectively represented countless truck accident victims throughout the state. Being familiar with both federal regulations concerning commercial trucks and unique aspects related to these severe accidents set us apart from others. Carlson Bier provides personalized assistance steeped with compassion for our clients while simultaneously unyielding against those accountable for your suffering. We pursue maximum compensation diligently, ensuring medical bills, loss of income, property damages, pain & suffering are adequately covered in the restitution obtained. As each case is unique requiring bespoke strategy development and steadfast commitment for justice seeking every conceivable angle to optimize potential recovery; we’ve got you covered at Carlson Bier. Trust that when engaging our legal representation following a shattering truck-related mishap; It isn’t merely about earning rightful recompense; it’s providing an environment where recovery can thrive as well.

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Trucking Accident Lawyers in La Salle Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the complexities that encompass trucking accident cases. These accidents possess a unique set of challenges and ramifications which typical auto accidents may not exhibit due to the sheer size and weight of commercial trucks involved. For decades, our team of dedicated personal injury attorneys at Carlson Bier has been adeptly navigating Illinois state laws related to trucking accidents specifically or personal injuries in general, seeking the deserved compensation for our clients.

The process of dealing with the aftermath following a trucking accident can be overwhelming; dealing with sizeable medical bills, missed work and loss of income, not forgetting emotional stress caused by such traumatizing incidents. This is where we step up on your behalf. Our firm recognizes that each case is distinct and requires a personalized approach tailored to meet its merits.

• Liability Identification: A variety of entities could potentially be responsible for your accident including but not limited to; the truck driver, the owner(s) of the truck or trailer, the company that leased them from owner(s), manufacturer(s) among others.

• Accurate Damage Evaluation: We will thoroughly review all aspects detailing economic damages like medical expenses & lost earnings capacity as well as non-economic damages like pain/suffering & loss of consortium.

• Regulatory Compliance Analysis: We scrutinize if all parties complied fully with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations alongside various state laws governing commercial vehicle operation.

Moreover, navigating through these intricate ways requires an in-depth comprehension regarding how insurance companies function within this context. Insurance providers’ goals often involve minimizing their financial responsibility following an incident – but at Carlson Bier’s we ensure you aren’t unjustly compensated under Illinois law.

Pulling from our expertise evaluating complex scenarios surrounding litigation intricacies after fighting hard battles demanding legal rights injured victims deserve becomes second nature to us. Combining this know-how with stringent efforts towards keeping you updated about your case sets us apart; transparency is vital in fostering trustful lawyer-client relationships.

It’s worth mentioning that trucking accidents cases aren’t limited to collisions. Other incidents such as unsecured cargo, breaking violations or inadequate training of truck operators can also severely induce personal injuries. At Carlson Bier, we’ve substantiated numerous claims in these realms securing our clients’ rightful reparations.

We understand you may have questions about your case, its potential value and how our services can help assure the best possible outcome for you. Hence, at Carlson Bier we maintain a firm commitment towards fostering an educative approach within this field packed with highly legalese connotations.

Notably touching on Illinois law – there are strict statutes of limitations that dictate when personal injury lawsuits must be filed after an accident occurs. Thus, not seeking immediate legal second opinion might limit your ability to fully recover compensation from liable parties involved therein – Let us ensure you do not fall into this trap unknowingly.

Our strength derives from consistent dedication towards ensuring claimants access their deserved resources for recovery coupled with penetrative lobby efforts pushing reforms enhancing victim protection policies within the Illinois legal framework.

The journey to getting just restitution after suffering due to someone else’s negligence can be daunting especially considering insurance companies’ strategies meant to pay out less than what is fair legally under Illinois jurisdiction. Trust us today – contact Carlson Bier and get started unraveling a brighter path ahead following your ordeal; one where justice isn’t only served but well served reflecting deep respect for human dignity enshrined within the U.S Constitution plus globally recognized human rights standards. Our transparent handling mechanisms don’t subject you to attorney costs until we win the fight together successfully!

Explore our distinctive capabilities further by clicking the button below right now– know what your case really entails under expert guidance and find out whether it holds water in questing legally-recognized restitution/redress mechanisms resonating on standard benchmarks positioned through prevailing jurisprudence trends around claims involving identical circumstances similar/resembling yours across Illinois! At Carlson Bier, our knowledgeable team is eager to bring clarity into your situation walking you through each step of a process that seems formidable yet fully conquerable with the right legal support behind you.

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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 La Salle

Two-Wheeler Accidents

Expert in legal representation for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' lack of care or dangerous conditions.

Flame Wounds

Supplying adept legal support for patients of grave burn injuries caused by mishaps or recklessness.

Clinical Carelessness

Offering professional legal services for victims affected by healthcare malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Products Liability

Managing cases involving problematic products, providing expert legal assistance to clients affected by harmful products.

Senior Misconduct

Supporting the rights of seniors who have been subjected to malpractice in nursing homes environments, ensuring protection.

Trip and Trip Accidents

Skilled in managing stumble accident cases, providing legal support to sufferers seeking justice for their harm.

Neonatal Damages

Offering legal support for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in neonatal injuries.

Motor Mishaps

Crashes: Committed to helping sufferers of car accidents gain appropriate recompense for injuries and harm.

Scooter Crashes

Specializing in providing legal support for bikers involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring justice for losses.

Trucking Accident

Delivering expert legal support for clients involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for damages.

Building Site Collisions

Dedicated to defending employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or misconduct.

Cognitive Impairments

Dedicated to ensuring dedicated legal advice for persons suffering from cognitive injuries due to carelessness.

Canine Attack Damages

Proficient in managing cases for victims who have suffered wounds from K9 assaults or wildlife encounters.

Jogger Collisions

Specializing in legal assistance for foot-travelers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering claims.

Unfair Fatality

Working for relatives affected by a wrongful death, providing sensitive and adept legal representation to ensure justice.

Spinal Cord Trauma

Specializing in defending persons with spinal cord injuries, offering compassionate legal services to secure redress.

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