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About Carlson Bier Associates

When involved in a trucking accident, it is essential to have legal representation that protects your rights and navigates the complex world of Illinois personal injury laws. In such situations, consider Carlson Bier; an experienced attorney group specializing in Trucking Accident cases with deep roots in the Illinois justice system. Due to extensive industry knowledge coupled with determined dedication, this firm has won substantial settlements for clients dealing with catastrophic injuries or losses resulting from accidents involving commercial trucks. It is their understanding of federal regulations about trucking companies, skillful investigation techniques applied to the elaboration of compelling claims on behalf of victims and aggressive advocacy during court proceedings that sets them apart. Suffer no more; let Carlson Bier be an ally against negligent parties putting countless motorists at risk every day – ensuring those responsible are held accountable while you secure maximum compensation entitled under law for any damages suffered during unfortunate incidents on roads we all share.

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Trucking Accident Lawyers in Morton Grove Illinois

Welcome to Carlson Bier, an esteemed personal injury law firm based in Illinois committed to protecting the rights of individuals who have been unfortunate victims of trucking accidents. We combine our wealth of experience with diligent advocacy and business intelligence to achieve high levels of success for our clients.

Understanding the intrinsics surrounding a trucking accident is fundamental towards seeking justice. Predominantly, such incidents occur due to reasons including but not restricted to reckless driving, defective vehicle parts, poorly maintained trucks or driver fatigue caused by unchecked working hours. Unfortunately, these incidents often cause catastrophic damage and severe injuries due to the large size and weighty nature of commercial freight vehicles.

Nevertheless, anyone impacted by a trucking accident has rights and avenues through which they can find legal redress:

• Injury Compensation: If you’ve suffered physical harm as a result of the incident, you’re entitled under Illinois law to pursue compensation that covers your hospital expenses, future medical bills related to your injury, pain and suffering among other aspects unique to your case.

• Lost Wages: Illnesses and injuries obtained from the accident may lead time away from work; consequently affecting your earning capacity. Our attorneys can help you claim these lost wages.

• Property Damage: If your vehicle was damaged during the incident, we’ll fight on your behalf for reparations covering full repair or replacement costs.

• Emotional Distress: Psychological trauma resulting from the accident might be compensated if it brings about persistent emotional distress.

Our team at Carlson Bier has comprehensive legal knowledge paired with insights into insurance company strategies necessary for negotiating complex trucking accident cases while circumventing potential pitfalls usually encountered in these types of claims.

The aftermath following a trucking accident is quite challenging both physically and emotionally; however, having proficient legal representation from our dedicated attorneys allows clients time crucial for healing without much worry over their legal concerns. Each case presents different circumstances necessitating individual attention which we give earnestly when building our case strategy.

Remember that time is of the essence when dealing with trucking accident lawsuits since evidence preservation and timely filing within Illinois’ statute of limitations window are critical. Through our adept legal guidance, we navigate clients away from potential roadblocks on their journey to recovery.

The cost of hiring a personal injury lawyer like ourselves might be daunting. Carlson Bier operates under a contingency fee basis which means you don’t incur attorney fees unless your case concludes successfully via a trial verdict or settlement.

In summary, if you’ve been involved in a trucking accident and need trusted legal representation accustomed to handling intricacies prevalent in this area, trust Carlson Bier to fight for your justice tenaciously and professionally. Our team completely understands what’s at stake ensuring every necessary step is taken towards securing fair compensation and keeping your legal rights protected throughout the entire process.

Discover how we can proficiently assist you on this quest by clicking on the button below whereupon filling out our brief online review form allows us to evaluate how much your unique case could potentially be worth through our refined professional lens. The journey toward restorative justice begins here with Carlson Bier; let’s courageously embark upon it together, securing fairness one successful case at a time.

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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 Morton Grove

Bike Mishaps

Expert in legal assistance for clients injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' negligence or perilous conditions.

Scald Damages

Extending professional legal assistance for patients of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Hospital Malpractice

Offering expert legal support for individuals affected by clinical malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Fault

Dealing with cases involving defective products, providing specialist legal assistance to clients affected by defective items.

Elder Malpractice

Representing the rights of aged individuals who have been subjected to mistreatment in care facilities environments, ensuring protection.

Fall and Trip Injuries

Adept in dealing with trip accident cases, providing legal support to individuals seeking compensation for their harm.

Childbirth Harms

Extending legal guidance for households affected by medical incompetence resulting in newborn injuries.

Car Collisions

Collisions: Concentrated on helping victims of car accidents gain equitable recompense for hurts and damages.

Motorbike Crashes

Expert in providing legal support for motorcyclists involved in bike accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for harm.

Big Rig Incident

Providing expert legal advice for victims involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing fair claims for harms.

Construction Incidents

Engaged in assisting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or misconduct.

Cerebral Traumas

Dedicated to offering dedicated legal support for victims suffering from neurological injuries due to misconduct.

Dog Bite Damages

Proficient in addressing cases for individuals who have suffered damages from dog attacks or animal assaults.

Jogger Accidents

Specializing in legal services for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering recovery.

Unjust Demise

Fighting for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, supplying caring and skilled legal representation to ensure redress.

Neural Harm

Dedicated to supporting victims with paralysis, offering specialized legal guidance to secure recovery.

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