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About Carlson Bier Associates

Carlson Bier excels in litigating trucking accidents, effectively providing legal assistance to victims in Maple Park and throughout Illinois. As a premier law firm specializing in personal injury suits, we have established an impressive track record for handling even the most complex cases. Our proficient understanding of the intricacies involved with trucking accident laws gives us a distinct edge, propelling our clients toward success within the courtroom. What makes Carlson Bier stand out is our unwavering dedication to each case–we pursue justice relentlessly while ensuring that victims get rightful compensation for their losses. With bespoke strategies tailored according to unique circumstances surrounding each incident, we strive not only to meet but exceed expectations every time. Our meticulous representation combined with compassionate client orientation positions Carlson Bier as unparalleled advocates you need if faced with a calamitous situation such as a trucking accident here or anywhere else across Illinois.

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Trucking Accident Lawyers in Maple Park Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we have dedicated our expertise in advocating for victims of personal injury accidents, with a substantial focus on trucking accidents. Trucking incidents are notoriously complex; they involve multiple parties and can cause severe physical damage. It is unfortunate that more people don’t know the depths of these matters. Let’s take a close look at the key aspects related to trucking accidents.

Firstly, understanding who could be held liable in an accident involving commercial trucks is crucial. Generally, it may include the truck driver or even the company that owns the trucks if they failed to adhere to safety regulations. However, other entities such as cargo loading companies or vehicle parts manufacturers might also share responsibility if their negligence has contributed to causing the accident.

Furthermore, standard automobile insurance policies usually will not cover all costs related to serious injuries and property damages caused by fully loaded commercial trucks often weighing 25 times or more than typical cars—resulting in devastating consequences when involved in an accident. Therefore, it is quintessential for victims to swiftly seek legal advice on how they can effectively make their claim stronger.

Importantly, investigations after any vehicular incident must be swift and thorough documenting every shred of potential evidence before it disappears—a crumpled fender here or a skid mark there may paint clearly what happened from eyewitnesses’ account dwindles with time since memories always fade; additionally gathered GPS data about where exactly each vehicle was seconds before impact could help prove liability cases against enormous odds stacked up quite heavily against those wrongfully harmed others without any fault set squarely on them themselves having absolute zero idea way beforehand horrendous events forthcoming await unsuspecting souls plunged suddenly into chaos sweat drenched nightmares inflicted upon once joyfully carefree lives now irrevocably shattered within mere moments mobbing wails anguish despair rising crescendo deafening silence echoing off interminable vacuum countless rays hope disbursed widespread across vast expanses immeasurable depth touching unfathomable corners hitherto unchartered terrains reaching heart each darkness delivering resounding promise restored balance scales meted justice!

Moreover, negligent truck drivers or their employers who ignore federal regulations contributing to an accident might be held liable for punitive damages beyond simple compensation for individual losses. Notably, trucking accidents often involve severe injuries that can lead to long-term recovery periods with significant financial ramifications due to medical bills and lost wages.

To highlight these complex aspects of a trucking accident case isn’t meant to overwhelm but rather prepare you for the procedure. Engaging in legal battles without adequate understanding is akin to walking blindly into potential pitfalls. But fear not as Carlson Bier stands by your side committed to diligently representing your best interests hammering away tirelessly until every hidden corner truth lights making sure no stone left intact beneath lays unsuspected piece essential evidence crucial stitching together complete picture circumstances giving rise events ultimately commanding issue favorite driving relentless pursuit backed wealth experience honed sharpened years intensive practice navigating steadily intricate vicissitudes litigation process overcoming challenging obstacles throwing sprint towards final victory vindication uttermost sincerity dedication singularly focused plowing field till hideously grotesque monstrosity festering beneath layers numerous transgressions unveiled exposed rots under merciless glare blinding light justice leaving nowhere hide small crevices darkest abyss crumbling shadows looming large towers growing righteously bristling anger pain transformed seamlessly blossoming radiant hope harmoniously merging splendor swiftly approaching dawn heralds new era healing reaffirmation quest rightful recompense withheld unjustly claims boundless compassion empathy flowing freely hearts dedicated steadfast warriors fighting tooth nail achieving where law triumphs over injustice champion cause victims whose faith trust vested firmly abilities skill prowess taking strides ensuring prevail against indomitable odds.

Your step toward equitable compensation begins here, at Carlson Bier —a personal injury attorney group based within Illinois— our priority remains defending those wrongfully injured while they start on the path of physical and emotional recovery from trucking accidents. Don’t hesitate to click on the button below and find out how much your case is worth! Trust, it’s not just about winning claims but also about reclaiming lives impacted by negligence—an endeavor that we are unwaveringly committed to fulfilling.

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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 Maple Park

Cycling Incidents

Specializing in legal support for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to others's negligence or risky conditions.

Fire Wounds

Extending professional legal help for victims of major burn injuries caused by occurrences or misconduct.

Clinical Incompetence

Offering expert legal assistance for victims affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Merchandise Obligation

Addressing cases involving dangerous products, delivering professional legal assistance to clients affected by harmful products.

Aged Misconduct

Advocating for the rights of elders who have been subjected to misconduct in care facilities environments, ensuring justice.

Tumble and Tumble Mishaps

Specialist in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal support to persons seeking compensation for their losses.

Neonatal Traumas

Extending legal support for families affected by medical incompetence resulting in infant injuries.

Motor Accidents

Incidents: Committed to assisting victims of car accidents receive reasonable settlement for hurts and losses.

Motorcycle Collisions

Committed to providing legal support for riders involved in bike accidents, ensuring rightful claims for losses.

Big Rig Crash

Extending professional legal support for individuals involved in trucking accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for losses.

Building Accidents

Committed to assisting workmen or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to safety violations or recklessness.

Cognitive Impairments

Expert in providing specialized legal services for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to carelessness.

Dog Bite Injuries

Skilled in handling cases for individuals who have suffered wounds from dog attacks or wildlife encounters.

Pedestrian Incidents

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

Undeserved Demise

Working for bereaved affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and adept legal assistance to ensure compensation.

Vertebral Trauma

Committed to advocating for patients with spinal cord injuries, offering specialized legal guidance to secure justice.

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